Plant Operator

Plant Operator

Supports the efficient cost effective production of electric energy by operating and controlling power plant equipment. Monitors instrumentation to determine plant conditions. Performs actions necessary to keep the plant operating within prescribed limits. Respond quickly to abnormal plant conditions or requirements. Operating duties include inspection, preventative maintenance and repairs of plant equipment. Assists in the development, defining, and training of overall operations policies and procedures. Operates and monitors turbines, generators, water treatment equipment and plant auxiliary equipment. Maintain high personnel and equipment safety and environmental compliance standards and practices. Cooperates with system dispatchers relative to load voltage changes, frequency and switch requirements, adjusting controls of generating equipment accordingly to operating conditions and synchronizes the equipment with the system; and maintains daily log, a record of all dispatcher and trouble calls, and visitors records. Maintains orderly control room, work area and all equipment and panels in a clean and orderly manner. Makes proper shift turnover, informs relief fully on existing and preceding operating conditions of the plant and system. Acts as part of overhaul crew during plant shutdown, or any emergency when necessary. May be required to perform any operation function in the plant including the inspection and operation of plant auxiliary equipment . Must be familiar with trip functions and testing of all equipment as directed. Supplement maintenance by performing basic maintenance duties as trained. May be required to direct daily operating work assignments and assist in the development of schedules, planning functions, project activities and job related reports. Employees will perform any and all tasks for which they are properly trained and can competently and safely perform.

Minimum qualifications for this position includes two years of related mechanical, electrical or instrument and controls experience within industrial process, electric utility, mining, propulsion, chemical, heavy construction and one or more of the following: associate of science degree in a technical field from an accredited institution, relevant military experience, ISA CCST certification, ISA CIMM or CMRT documentation, documented journeyman accreditation, or a combination of relevant experience, skills, and education.

Will be required to achieve additional operator and maintenance qualifications in accordance with training standards. Candidates will be required to pass an oral or written examination or performance test covering the above qualifications.

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$48.79 to $61.00 per hour. Potential Safety Bonus 2%. The company reserves the right to determine the number of positions awarded for this requisition.

We offer the following benefits for non-represented employees. For represented employees, we offer many similar benefits plans and programs with specific terms negotiated in the collective bargaining agreement.

• Medical
• Pharmacy
• Dental
• Vision
• Life Insurance & AD&D
• Wellness
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• 401(k) fixed contribution – company contributes 4% regardless of employee’s contribution
• 401(k) match – company matches 100% of the employee’s first 6% contribution; immediate vesting
• Tuition Assistance
• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• 11 paid holidays
• Military leave
• Short-term and long-term disability
• Visit our Corporate website for detailed information and other benefits offered

At NV Energy, we celebrate diversity, equity and inclusion. NV Energy is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion or religious creed, age, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status (except as required by law), gender (including gender identity and expression), sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, genetic information, physical or mental disability, veteran or military status, familial or parental status, marital status or any other category protected by applicable local, state or U.S. federal law.

If you have a disability under the Americans with Disabilities Act or similar law, and you wish to discuss potential accommodations related to applying for employment at our company, please contact Human Resources via email at HumanResources@nvenergy.com or call our HR Help Desk at (702) 402-5500 and select '0' or Fax your request at (702) 402-0031. TTY Sensory Impaired - 711