Power Plant Technician

Luminant; Hazleton (Luzerne County); On-site; USD 34,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Luminant Generation Company LLC in Hazleton, PA is seeking a Plant Operator to manage start-ups, shut-downs, alarms, and preventive maintenance from the control room. The role supports safe, reliable operation of the Hazelton Power Plant with opportunities for progression to levels I–IV.

Requirements include 2–4 years of related experience, a high school diploma or GED, basic computer skills, and strong communication. Applicants must complete the POSS/MASS program to be considered.

Qualifications

• 2–4 years of related experience.
• Satisfactory completion of Tier 1 job performance measures covering Operations, Mechanical, Electrical, and Instrument and Controls.
• High School diploma or GED or equivalent.
• Demonstrate standard computer based skills.
• Demonstrate effective oral & verbal communications skills.
• If applicable, candidate must meet the requirement of PT1-E.

Responsibilities

• Inspects, repairs, and maintains plant equipment and systems.
• Operates, monitors, and controls plant status from the Control Room.
• Executes plant shut-downs and start-ups, responds to alarms and issues.
• Coordinates maintenance and aligns with current plant conditions and commitments.
• Promotes safety, health and environmental procedures (Lockout Tagout, JSA, Confined Space, Hot Work, PPE).
• Trains others in area of expertise and performs technical analyses.
• Gains knowledge of the entire plant cycle and its function.

Skills

Communication skills

Computer skills

Education

HS Diploma/GED

PT1-E

Job description

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Job Summary

This position is located at our Hazelton Power Plant located in Pardeesville, PA. Responsible for the overall operations to include operating, monitoring, and controlling the status of all power plant systems from the Control Room. Executes plant shut-down and start ups, responds to alarms and equipment issues, coordinates maintenance and work with current plant conditions and commercial commitments.

Responsible for preventive and corrective maintenance to ensure proper functioning of equipment at a Gas Plant for the Gas fleet.

Responsible for promoting safe, effective, and reliable operation.

Job Description

Key Accountabilities

• Inspects, repairs, and maintains various types of plant equipment
• Understands and is able to ensure proper operation of the plant. May be responsible for plant oversight in the absence of management
• Repairs and calibrates equipment
• Troubleshoots equipment and systems
• Develops and implements plant operating procedures
• Ensures strict adherence to safety, health and environmental procedures as they relate to plant operations and maintenance including but not limited to Lockout Tagout, Job Safety Analysis, Confined Space, Hot Work, Electrical Safety and PPE
• Actively trains others in area of expertise
• Performs technical work or analysis of processes in areas of expertise
• Gains knowledge of the entire plant cycle and how it functions

Education, Experience, And Skill Requirements

• 2 -4 years of related experience
• Satisfactory completion of Tier 1 job performance measures composed of basic: Operations, Mechanical, Electrical, and Instrument and Controls
• High School diploma or general education degree (GED) or equivalent
• Demonstrate standard computer based skills
• Demonstrate effective oral & verbal communications skills
• If applicable, candidate must meet the requirement of PT1-E

All applicants must be a successful candidate on the Plant Operator Selection System/Power Plant Operations and Maintenance (POSS / MASS) program in order to be considered a candidate for this position. All communication concerning the testing is sent to the candidate's email address provided during the application process.

This position can be filled at level I, II, III or IV depending on skill and experience.

Physical Requirements

• Must be able to frequently climb ladders; enter confined spaces; climb to and work from elevated platforms, ladders and walkways at elevations of 75 feet and more; crawl to and through confined space areas, and lift objects up to 50 pounds
• This job requires the ability to work outdoors in adverse weather conditions, climb vertical access ladders and stairwells
• Must be able to wear a respirator and use other safety equipment as required

Key Metrics

• Progression of skill within primary skill set.
• Satisfactory completion of Tier 2 job performance measures predominately composed of Sign-offs of demonstrating different primary and auxiliary system operations and maintenance relevant to primary skill.
• Demonstrate continual self improvement in job skills and knowledge.

Key Metrics

• Satisfactory completion of Tier 4 Job Performance Measures in primary job and satisfactory completion of Tier 2 Job Performance Measures in another skill.
• Demonstrate continual self improvement in job skills and knowledge.
• This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change or new ones may be assigned at any time with or without notice.

Job Family

Plant Operations

Company

Luminant Generation Company LLC

Locations

Pardeesville, Pennsylvania Pennsylvania

We are a company of people committed to: Exceeding Customer Expectations, Great People, Teamwork, Competitive Spirit and Effective Communication.

It is the policy of the Company to comply with all employment laws and to afford equal employment opportunity to individuals in all aspects of employment, including in selection for job opportunities, without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, pregnancy, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, military service, protected veteran status, or any other consideration protected by federal, state or local laws.

If you are an individual with a disability and need assistance submitting an application or would like to request an accommodation, please email us at [e-mail] to make a request.