RTU/SCADA Technician

Luminant Generation Company LLC; United States; On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Luminant Generation Company LLC is seeking an individual for maintaining and troubleshooting RTU communications equipment in its facilities. Candidates should possess a high school diploma and ideally five years of related experience.

The role demands proficiency in networking protocols, strong troubleshooting skills, and the ability to work in strenuous physical conditions. Responsibilities also include interface with vendors and support of diagnostic tests.

Qualifications

• Five years of experience with RTU related tasks highly preferred.
• Valid Driver's License is required.
• Ability to handle strenuous physical effort, including climbing and lifting.

Responsibilities

• Maintain, calibrate, and troubleshoot RTU communications equipment.
• Interface with outside vendors/business partners.
• Support diagnostic and calibration tests on electrical equipment.

Skills

RTU communications equipment

Fiber optic media knowledge

Networking protocols (Modbus & DNP3)

Troubleshooting skills

Problem solving

Education

High School Diploma/GED equivalent

Job description

If you have what it takes to become part of the Vistra family and would like to start a promising career with a global leader, take a look at the exciting employment opportunities that are currently available and apply online.

Job Summary

Works under minimum supervision. The individual is responsible for maintaining, calibrating, and troubleshooting RTU communications equipment for all Fossil Generation and Renewable facilities in the Vistra Fleet. Requires an understanding of media converters, fiber optic media, serial, IP networks and protocols (Modbus & DNP3). Interacts with multi-levels within the organization as well as outside vendors. Performs setup, testing, and troubleshooting of Remote Telemetry Units and associated equipment. Tests Level1 communications and point‑to‑point checkout for new data requirements and new site communications between DCS and/or GCS/TSP. Uses schematic diagrams and system knowledge to troubleshoot and repair communication systems and equipment.

Key Accountabilities

Development, configuration, and installation of Remote Telemetry Units (RTU) for Thermal, Renewable & BESS. Maintenance of all plant RTU associated data telemetry between the plant DCS, Generation Control System (GCS) and/or Transmission Service Provider (TSP), including testing, calibration, functional tests, troubleshooting, and installation of upgrades or changes to telemetry requirements. Automatic Voltage Regulators/Power Stabilization System and associated control schemes that would impact ERCOT/MISO/PJM/CAISO telemetry, including notification of testing to GCS/TSP. Interface with outside vendors/business partners. Revise and maintain RTU drawings. Support diagnostic/calibration tests on generation facilities’ electrical equipment (Generator CTs, PTs, meters, transducers, ancillary equipment) that impact RTU telemetry to DCS/GCS and/or TSP. Builds relationships with plant technicians and leadership.

LEVEL OF POSITION WILL BE DETERMINED BY APPLICABLE SKILLS/EXPERIENCE.

Education, Experience, & Skill Requirements

• High School Diploma/GED equivalent required.
• Five (5) years acceptable job related experience highly preferred (Documented RTU related training a plus).
• Call out: Extended work hours, routine travel away from home, field work required.
• Strenuous physical effort such as climbing, lifting, temperature extremes, and dusty environments.
• Experience gained through college degree programs and/or certifications applicable to above skills.
• Valid Driver's License required.

Key Metrics

• Job Knowledge: Possess/actively develop the knowledge and skills required to perform the essential aspects of the job as well as any other job specific educational and/or certification requirements, perform RTU work at a high level and leads/trains others.
• Teamwork: Effectively coordinates with other team members to develop skills and achieve organizational goals, actively pursues new leadership opportunities, development of other RTU/P&C techs.
• Problem solving/Decision making: Identifies issues and problems, secures relevant information, relates and compares data from different sources, considers alternative courses of action, and makes good business decisions; can work independently and lead projects.
• Client Orientation: Builds relationships, networks and coalitions with clients, peers and others. Probes to discover client needs and provides customized services to meet those needs.
• Demonstrates Initiative: Meets or exceeds expected skills demonstration progress. Actively pursues leadership opportunities.

Job Family & Location

Fleet level RTU responsibilities. Job Family: Plant Operations. Company: Luminant Generation Company LLC. Location: Irving, Texas.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

We are a company of people committed to: Exceeding Customer Expectations, Great People, Teamwork, Competitive Spirit and Effective Communication. If this describes you, then apply today! 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.