Fossil Control Room Operator

Looking for an experienced Control Room Operator with knowledge in the following... Operates power plant boiler, turbine, generator, and auxiliary equipment to produce electric power. Communicates and coordinates work activities with LCRA's Generation Desk (GenDesk) to meet generation demand load requirements.

This position utilizes in-depth knowledge of best practices and experience in own discipline to provide and improve services. Takes a new perspective to solve complex problems. Works independently and receives minimal guidance. Acts as a resource for colleagues with less experience; may direct the work of other staff members.

You will be trusted to:

• Coordinates operation of the boiler, turbine, generator, and auxiliary equipment to meet the needs of the system.
• Regulates unit generator output through manual or automatic control.
• Reads and records output of meters and instruments. Maintains logs on unit performance.
• Operate switches, breakers, and combustion controls.
• Monitors operation and status of all unit systems on a continuous basis. Keeps systems within proper parameters.
• Provides guidance and training for operator trainees.
• Communicates and directs activities of PO1, PO2 or Senior Operator assigned to the unit.
• Performs maintenance on equipment as needed or required by periodic maintenance schedule.
• Performs unit walk downs (makes rounds) to monitor operating equipment when performing plant operator functions.
• Assists maintenance and instrumentation & controls departments during outages.
• As needed, performs shift supervisory duties.

You qualify with:

• Five or more years of experience in power plant operations or power plant maintenance, including at least one year operating the unit control board with little or no supervision and including at least one unit startup and at least one unit shutdown or relevant experience. A degree(s) in power plant operations or relevant field may be substituted per LCRA guidelines for certain years of experience.   
• Successful completion through Level IV of the plant operations curriculum of the Power Plants' Craft Qualification Program substitutes for five years of experience.

You are a great fit with:

• Experience starting, stopping and operating 2x1 combined cycle generating units
• Experience starting, stopping and operating conventional fossil fired steam drum boiler generating units

You gain:

- Competitive salary & medical, dental, vision and legal insurance

- Paid time off, including time for vacation, sick and family care leave

- 401(k) match up to 8% that includes a student loan 401(k) contribution program option

- Life and disability insurance

- Wellness program including wellness incentive

- Extensive learning & development programs

And more - all to create a compelling and rewarding work environment.

Equal Opportunity Employer

LCRA provides equal employment opportunities and a work environment free of discrimination and harassment.  All employment decisions at LCRA are based on business need, job requirement and individual qualifications, without regard to race, color, religion, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, sexual orientation, genetic information, or veteran status in accordance with applicable federal and state legal requirements governing nondiscrimination in employment.