Powerplant Operator III

The Power Plant Operator III is responsible for the safe and proper operation of the power plant and associated control structures. They operate, maintain and adjust boilers, furnaces, engines, pumps, heat exchangers, generators, motors, chillers, cooling towers, equipment for heating, ventilating, air conditioning, lighting and associated equipment in the facilities. This role serves as the Subject Matter Expert (SME) on plant operations and ensures that the team and plant operates safely and in compliance with regulatory requirements. The Power Plant Operator III trains operators to monitor and record device data, inspect equipment and make minor repairs, perform preventative maintenance and take responsible charge watching over meters, gauges and other devices to ensure safe and efficient operation of plant equipment. The Power Plant Operator III may direct daily tasks of the power plant team or shift in accordance with the Facility Supervisor/Manager to maintain plant operations and address work orders.

This position is located at Seton MC Hays- Kyle, TX.

Power Plant Maintenance and Repair – 60%

• Monitor power plant equipment and indicators to detect evidence of operating problems.
• Adjust controls to generate specified electrical power or to regulate the flow of power between generating stations and substations.
• Control power generating equipment, including boilers, turbines, generators, or reactors using control boards or semi-automatic equipment.
• Regulate equipment operations and conditions, such as water levels, based on instrument data or from computers.
• Make adjustmentsor minor repairs, such as tightening leaking gland and pipe joints.
• Record and compile operational data by completing and maintaining forms, logs, or reports.
• Receive outage calls and call in necessary personnel during power outages and emergencies.
• Prepares equipment malfunction reports, makes inspections, and from observation, determines whether equipment is operating properly.
• Take regulatory action, based on readings from charts, meters and gauges, at established intervals .
• Start or stop generators, auxiliary pumping equipment, turbines, or other power plant equipment as necessary.
• Inspect records or log book entries or communicate with plant personnel to assess equipment operating status.
• Control or maintain auxiliary equipment, such as pumps, fans, compressors, condensers, feed water heaters, filters, or chlorinators, to supply water, fuel, lubricants, air, or auxiliary power.
• Clean, lubricate, or maintain equipment, such as generators, turbines, pumps, or compressors, to prevent failure or deterioration.
• Open and close valves and switches in sequence to start or shut down auxiliary units.

Leadership – 20%

• Directs the assignment of work to team members to ensure safe and efficient plant operation.
• May assist the supervisor/manager in scheduling shift coverage.
• Teaches team members the daily operation, monitoring and maintenance of plant equipment.
• Acts as SME on cross-functional teams for daily tasks and special projects.

Special Projects – 20%

• Participates in meetings, workshops, training, and seminars, as assigned for the purpose of conveying and/or gathering information required to perform job functions.
• Assist and participate in special projects as assigned.
• Other duties as assigned.

Must have one or more of the following:

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Graduate of trade school
• Relevant license

And one or more of the following:

• 5 years’ experience
• Other equivalent combination of relevant education or experience