Power Plant Operator jobs in Louisiana
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Plant Equipment Operator - aft 6 Mos
- SouthWestern Electric Power Co
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Mooringsport, LA
FULL_TIME
- Job Posting End Date 04-23-2024 Job Summary **Successful candidate will reside within 1 hour of the Lieberman Plant under normal driving conditions. ** Perform associated duties with the placing in service, monitoring, and isolating all plant auxiliary equipment systems and/or components of a system. Communicate with operators and supervisors and other appropriate personnel the operating status of the plant's equipment. Assist in performance of semi-skilled work including maintenance and operating duties as assigned and in plant outages as needed. Participates in continuous improvement activities. Job Description ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS: Monitor and inspect all plant equipment for normal operation. Identify, record, and report abnormal conditions to the proper authority. Communicate to other operators and supervisors the operating status of the plant's equipment during shift change. Troubleshoot equipment problems and document these problems using the appropriate computer tracking systems. Prepare boilers, turbines and auxiliaries for operation and removal from service. Perform duties as assigned for placing in service, monitor and isolate all plant auxiliary equipment systems and/or components of a system. Monitor boiler burners and observe conditions of fires and furnaces. Perform routine cleaning of plant areas, tools, and equipment, including outside areas, as assigned. Operate, clean and lubricate equipment necessary to perform these tasks. Isolate plant equipment and place/remove clearance tags in accordance with the Company Clearance Policy. Operate, regulate, adjust, clean and perform minor maintenance on power plant equipment, including associated pumps, piping and valves, fittings, etc. Perform routine operation and maintenance of basic water treating systems, including chemical control, routine testing of effluents, chlorination and lubrication. Perform the proper and safe unloading and handling of bulk products. Collect and prepare samples, operate sampling equipment and perform tests requiring the use of basic analytical equipment and knowledge of common chemical materials. Prepare bulk supplies of chemicals to specific concentration; perform special analyses and tests necessary to regulate proper chemical treatment of system. Record all concerns and report to supervisor. MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS: Education requirements are listed below: High school diploma or GED and Associate degree in mechanical, electrical or power plant technology or related technical degree or equivalent of at least 4 years industrial maintenance and or operations experience is required. Work Experience requirement listed below: Preferred: Operations in chemical, industrial, refinery or military environment. Required License(s)/Certification(s) are listed below: Must possess the appropriate State driver's license OTHER REQUIREMENTS: Successful completion of the Plant Operator Selection System (POSS) test is required for this position. A review of Employment Testing Information, Test-Taking tips, and the POSS Practice Test may be helpful. A link to these materials may be found at AEP.com Careers by selecting Employment testing. A physical abilities assessment is also required for this position. Must be willing to work rotating shifts including weekends, nights, and holidays. Minimum long distance travel required but the inspection of remote equipment is a daily requirement for this position. Must respond to callouts in both outage and non-outage work to maintain and support business operational needs and schedules. Must be able to learn and comply with all applicable plant operating instructions and procedures. Must be able to learn and comply with the rules, safety practices and procedures applicable to the work environment and report unsafe conditions and practices. Must learn and have a working knowledge of Safety and Environmental guidelines. Must be able to learn and properly use the tools and equipment applicable to work duties. Must be able to read, interpret and work from simple prints and specifications. Communicate effectively, both verbally and written. Demonstrate professional conduct and effective interactions with employees, contractors and others. Must be willing and able to work inside designated confined space entry areas, elevated areas and in hot and cold temperatures. Must be able to wear respirator when required. Train for fire fighting, first aid, AED and other emergency response programs as required. Demonstration of applicable knowledge, skills and abilities are required for next progression within job family. The essential and/or marginal job functions and the associated abilities/requirements/conditions outlined above describe the general nature and level of the work performed. They are not intended to and in no way represent an exhaustive listing of all tasks involved in performing the job. Compensation Data Compensation Grade: U072-S35 Compensation Range: $34.68-34.68 USD Hear about it first! Get job alerts by email. Log in to your Candidate Home Account today! If you don't have an account, you can create one. 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- 4 Days Ago
Power Plant Manager
- Cleco Power LLC
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Eunice, LA
FULL_TIME
- We’re committed to being the clean energy leader in Louisiana. By investing in renewables like solar and utilizing carbon capture and sequestration technology to make our air cleaner, we’re in this fo...
- 1 Month Ago
Power Plant Operations Supervisor
- DTE Energy
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Franklin, LA
FULL_TIME
- DTE is one of the nation’s largest diversified energy companies. Our electric and gas companies have fueled our customer’s homes and Michigan’s progress for more than a century. And as Michigan’s larg...
- 10 Days Ago
Power Plant Manager
- Cleco Corporate Holdings LLC
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Eunice, LA
FULL_TIME
- We're committed to being the clean energy leader in Louisiana. By investing in renewables likesolar and utilizing carbon capture and sequestration technology to make our air cleaner, we're in this for...
- 1 Month Ago
Engineer - Power Plant
- Cleco Corporate Holdings LLC
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Lena, LA
FULL_TIME
- We're committed to being the clean energy leader in Louisiana. By investing in renewables likesolar and utilizing carbon capture and sequestration technology to make our air cleaner, we're in this for...
- 18 Days Ago
Plant Operator
- Liquid Brand
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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...
- 8 Days Ago
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Power Plant Operator / Maintenance
- Anamosa State Penitentiary
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Anamosa, IA
- Perform advanced journey level work and lead offenders in the operation and maintenance of the equipment at the Power pl...
- 4/16/2024 12:00:00 AM
Power Plant Operator - Mankato, MN
- Hiring Now!
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Mankato, MN
- Job Description Power Plant Operator - Mankato, MNThis is a full-time, hourly position.Starting Wage $33.78-39.08 per ho...
- 4/16/2024 12:00:00 AM
Commercial Nuclear Power Plant Operations Consultant
- Vectrona
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Virginia Beach, VA
- Position/Title: Commercial Nuclear Power Plant Operations Consultant Status: Part-Time (1099) Job Location Flexible (wit...
- 4/16/2024 12:00:00 AM
Power Plant Operator/Maintenance STATE OF IOWA
- ANAMOSA STATE PENITENTIARY
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Anamosa, IA
- Power Plant Operator/Maintenance STATE OF IOWA Location: Anamosa State Penitentiary, Anamosa, Iowa Pay Range: ($50,544.0...
- 4/15/2024 12:00:00 AM
Utility Operator- Power Plant
- Covanta Holding Corporation
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Spring Hill, FL
- Who we are For more than 40 years, Covanta has been at the forefront of sustainable materials management, providing comp...
- 4/13/2024 12:00:00 AM
Evaporator Operator
- Finch Paper
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Glens Falls, NY
- Evaporator Operator FULL-TIME $27.21/hr Duties include: - Performing work in a safe and efficient manner in accordance w...
- 4/13/2024 12:00:00 AM
Commercial Nuclear Power Plant Operations Consultant
- Vectrona
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Virginia Beach, VA
- Position/Title: Commercial Nuclear Power Plant Operations Consultant Status: Part-Time (1099) Job Location: Flexible (wi...
- 4/12/2024 12:00:00 AM
Martins Creek PCO Specialist (Control Room Operator)
- Talen Energy
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Bangor, PA
- Talen Energy has a job opening for a PCO Specialist (Control Room Operator) for the Martins Creek power plant, which is ...
- 4/12/2024 12:00:00 AM
About Louisiana
Louisiana is bordered to the west by Texas; to the north by Arkansas; to the east by Mississippi; and to the south by the Gulf of Mexico.
The state may properly be divided into two parts, the uplands of the north, and the alluvial along the coast.
The alluvial region includes low swamp lands, coastal marshlands and beaches, and barrier islands that cover about 20,000 square miles (52,000 km2). This area lies principally along the Gulf of Mexico and the Mississippi River, which traverses the state from north to south for a distance of about 600 mi (970 km)) and empties into the Gulf of Mexico; ...
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Income Estimation for Power Plant Operator jobs
$73,254 to $91,472
Most Popular Cities in Louisiana for Power Plant Operator Jobs
What does a Power Plant Operator do?
Power Plant Operator
Maintains cleanliness of the central energy plant and all associated equipment in new and clean condition.
March 25, 2023
Demonstrates the ability to read and interpret mechanical drawings, electrical one-lines, logic drawings, technical manuals and P&ID's.
March 19, 2023
Utilizes optimized Computer Maintenance Management System (CMMS) in work order development and implementation.
February 23, 2023
Power Plant Operator in Woodlawn, TN
Support the utilization of the computerized maintenance management system as it relates to managing work order prioritization, backlog and updates.
January 27, 2023
Power Plant Operator in Washington, DC
Operate the plant and/or temporary boilers in a safe and efficient manner, following all plant procedures, health and safety policies and current operating practices.
March 07, 2023
Report conditions beyond the capabilities of shift personnel to management.
January 13, 2023
Monitor, record and trend readings from the plant control system and temporary boiler systems of various models.
November 22, 2022