Hydroelectric Plant Operator

Company: Northbrook Power Management, LLC

Position: Hydroelectric Plant Operator

Location: Blacksburg, SC

Work Hours: Full Time, 40 hour week

Salary: $24-$28 Per Hour

Benefits Full Time: 401(k); Paid Vacation, Sick, Holidays; Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance

JOB SUMMARY:

Northbrook Power Management is recruiting for a full time Hydroelectric Power Plant Operator to join our team to operate and maintain the Gaston Shoals hydroelectric plant. In addition to the operations and maintenance duties, the plant operator conducts activities ensuring safety and environmental compliance. Our O&M teams perform periodic maintenance and annual plant shutdowns involving major maintenance activities under the direction of senior operators and company management.

PREREQUISITE REQUIREMENTS:

The successful candidate will possess a valid state driver’s license and must consent to and pass a background investigative check and drug screening as a condition of employment.

Candidates must have reliable and fully functional internet, cell phone, and residential phone service as well as reliable, insured transportation, while employed by Northbrook Power Management.

JOB DESCRIPTION:

The successful candidate will perform duties including, but not limited to, the following:

• Operate and maintain hydro facilities and associated equipment/systems to maximize power generation.
• Perform physical plant and grounds checks.
• Record and report power plant operational data, including water level, river flow, kW output, etc.
• Perform preventative and predictive maintenance such as lubrication, fluid checks, electrical and mechanical checks, cleaning, painting, grounds maintenance, intake, forebay, penstock, dam and roadway maintenance, vegetation and debris removal.
• Document and report any abnormal or changing conditions, including sounds, temperatures, vibrations, leaks and river conditions.
• Perform maintenance activities as scheduled and required, and perform repairs to systems and equipment in a timely fashion.
• Participate in and direct work performed by contractors.
• When on-call, respond to alarms and unusual conditions at any time.
• Immediately restart plant generation upon resolution of issues.
• Perform inventory audits, parts ordering and restocking, and report inventory to management.
• Coordinate with other hydropower providers, utilities, and government agencies as needed.
• Continuously enhance training and personal knowledge of the facility.
• Represent Northbrook Power Management and the facilities in a professional manner.
• Comply with all safety, security, regulatory, and environmental requirements.

SKILLS REQUIRED:

At a minimum, this position requires a willingness to learn hydro operations and basic knowledge of electrical and mechanical systems, with demonstrated maintenance experience in an industrial or commercial setting; proficient use of computer, MS Office software and internet; good written and oral communication skills, problem-solving skills and the ability to interact with regulatory agencies and other public entities. Familiarity with hydraulics, rotating machinery and PLC systems is desirable.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

This position involves performing physical labor including, but not limited to, walking, hiking, lifting, and climbing in a hydropower facility setting, which includes the outdoor environment of dams and rivers. The successful candidate must be in good general health, capable of lifting a minimum of 50 Lbs., and comfortable working in or around waterways and remote locations. Familiarity and experience working in and around rivers as well as outdoor environments is preferable.

ABOUT THE COMPANY:

Northbrook Power Management, LLC, headquartered in Scottsdale, AZ, is a privately held company that manages renewable, hydroelectric power facilities for both public and private power producers. Northbrook’s expertise comes from a rich history of the finest engineering and environmental design companies with roots dating back over 60 years. Today, the Northbrook team is comprised of highly trained engineering, operations, finance, economics and regulatory specialists operating and managing capital assets spanning the U.S.

It is the practice of Northbrook to seek employees of the highest quality and to select the individuals on the basis of merit and competence, without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, disability, military status or affiliation protected under USERRA, or any other basis of discrimination prohibited by applicable local, state and federal law.

Work Remotely

• No

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $24.00 - $28.00 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Day shift
• Holidays
• Monday to Friday
• On call
• Overtime
• Weekends as needed

Work Location: In person