Power Plant Operator jobs in New Orleans, LA

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Power plant operator
  • Entergy
  • Westwego, LA FULL_TIME
  • JOB SUMMARY / PURPOSE

    Responsible for the reliable and safe operation of utility Natural Gas Fired Boilers, Steam Turbines and Generators including continuous monitoring and understanding of the equipment's ormal operating parameters & limits.

    Uses a distributed computer system which consists of multiple software components that are on multiple computers, but operated as a single system.

    Builds on a thorough understanding of power plant systems and operating practices and following startup / shutdown procedures as well as providing instructions to operating and maintenance personnel.

    JOB DUTIES / RESPONSIBILITIES :

    • Responsible for performing operating functions which includes continuous monitoring of equipment, operating valves, understanding power plant systems, starting and stopping of equipment, isolating and restoring equipment for maintenance following a Lock Out / Tag Out (LOTO) procedure and monitoring boiler water chemistry.

    Troubleshoot, identify, and make repairs to the plant equipment including performing preventative maintenance tasks.

    • Applies knowledge and experience with principles of operation and function of steam boilers, turbo generators, pumps, heaters, steam traps, piping systems, pressure and level regulators and their controls, and auxiliary systems.
    • Comply with all Fossil Safety Processes / Practices, Utility Group Safety Process, Environmental policies / practices, participate in the Monthly Safety Meeting, and open to participation on the Safety Committee or the Awareness Team.
    • During unit outages, provide contractor management, quality control, cost management and schedule management.
    • Interface / communicate with internal and external organizations / customers (dispatchers, directors, contractors, etc.)

    MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS :

    Minimum education required of the position :

    High school diploma or GED or equivalent work experience

    Minimum experience required of the position :

    0 - 10 years of experience as a Maintenance Operator or equivalent process operator.

    Minimum knowledge, skills and abilities required of the position :

    • Knowledge of the principles of operation and function of steam boilers, turbo-generators, pumps, heaters, steam traps, piping systems, pressure and level regulators and their controls, and auxiliary systems.
    • The ability to read Prints & Schematics, Troubleshooting and Maintaining Plant Electrical and I & C related equipment.
    • The ability to lift 100lbs.
    • The ability to lift and carry 50lbs.
    • The ability to climb scaffolds, stairs and ladders.
    • Must be Team Oriented and Self-Motivated.
    • Must possess the initiative to perform task independently, provide timely and concise feedback upon request.
    • Possess a winning attitude to achieve Departmental, Plant and Corporate Goals.
    • Should possess basic computer knowledge to obtain the required skills needed to use the Entergy Fossil Applications Time and Labor (Electronic Timesheet Application) and AIMM (Maintenance Management System).
    • Knowledge of the elementary principles of mechanical measuring devices, instruments, controls, and regulating devices as used in steam electric plants.
    • Last updated : 2024-03-26

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Plant Operator
  • Liquid Brand
  • Kenner, LA FULL_TIME
  • ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: Responsible for mixing the wastewater chemicals and adding to them as needed. Manages the space for incoming wastewater and treatment of material. Performs clean...
  • 1 Month Ago

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Plant Operator
  • Global Healthcare IT
  • Norco, LA CONTRACTOR,FULL_TIME
  • Below is more information on the Field Service Representative (Plant Operator): Summary: World leading Utility based service company has an immediate Right-to-Hire Contract opportunity for a Field Ser...
  • 1 Month Ago

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Press Brake Operator
  • Point Eight Power
  • Belle Chasse, LA FULL_TIME
  • The overall objective of the CNC Brake Machine Operator, 2nd class position is to engage in all activities concerned with producing parts by operating a CNC brake machine, and ensure that jobs are com...
  • 8 Days Ago

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Asphalt plant operator
  • CRH Americas Materials Inc
  • Boutte, LA FULL_TIME
  • Job ID : 493787 Barriere Construction, a CRH Company, is the Louisiana-based infrastructure contractor of choice for our Gulf South employees and customers. For 70 years, we have continuously created ...
  • 21 Days Ago

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Asphalt plant operator
  • CRH Plc.
  • Boutte, LA FULL_TIME
  • Job ID : 493787Barriere Construction, a CRH Company, is the Louisiana-based infrastructure contractor of choice for our Gulf South employees and customers. For 70 years, we have continuously created v...
  • 21 Days Ago

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Order Builder
  • The Judge Group
  • New Orleans, LA
  • Order Builder Date: Mar 4, 2024 Location: Harahan, LA, US, 70123 #job-location.job-location-inline display: inline; Divi...
  • 3/28/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Collection Operator
  • City of Kenner, LA
  • Kenner, LA
  • Salary: $35,214.40 - $47,548.80 Annually Location : Kenner, LA Job Type: Full Time Job Number: 00083 Department: Waste W...
  • 3/28/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Plant Operations Technician - 11pm to 7:30am
  • Ochsner Health
  • New Orleans, LA
  • We've made a lot of progress since opening the doors in 1942, but one thing has never changed - our commitment to serve,...
  • 3/27/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Plant Operations Technician - Full Time (Evenings) - Jeff Hwy
  • Ochsner Health System
  • New Orleans, LA
  • We've made a lot of progress since opening the doors in 1942, but one thing has never changed - our commitment to serve,...
  • 3/27/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Boilermaker 1
  • Zachry Group
  • Port Sulphur, LA
  • Job Description Installation, repairs and inspections of all boiler components along with working the towers and exchang...
  • 3/27/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Mechanical Technician
  • Facility Service Provider
  • New Orleans, LA
  • Job Description Job Description The Maintenance Technician should possess a strong mechanical aptitude and a journeyman’...
  • 3/26/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Nuclear Operations
  • US Navy
  • New Orleans, LA
  • About Nuclear technicians, power plant operators and subsystems specialists are responsible for keeping vital Naval subm...
  • 3/24/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Welder C - Westwego, LA
  • Archer Daniels Midland
  • Westwego, LA
  • Job Description Welder C - Westwego, LA This is a full-time, hourly level position. Position Summary: ADM is seeking a w...
  • 3/24/2024 12:00:00 AM

New Orleans (/ɔːrˈliːnz, ˈɔːrl(i)ənz/, locally /ˈɔːrlənz/; French: La Nouvelle-Orléans [la nuvɛlɔʁleɑ̃] (listen)) is a consolidated city-parish located along the Mississippi River in the southeastern region of the U.S. state of Louisiana. With an estimated population of 393,292 in 2017, it is the most populous city in Louisiana. A major port, New Orleans is considered an economic and commercial hub for the broader Gulf Coast region of the United States. New Orleans is world-renowned for its distinct music, Creole cuisine, unique dialect, and its annual celebrations and festivals, most notably ...
Source: Wikipedia (as of 04/11/2019). Read more from Wikipedia
Income Estimation for Power Plant Operator jobs
$75,312 to $94,043
New Orleans, Louisiana area prices
were up 1.2% from a year ago

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