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Power Plant Technician – Control Room Operator
Vistra Corp.. Operate, monitor, and control all power plant systems from the Control Room .
Core Competencies
Role fitCore Competencies
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Demonstrates expertise in power plant operations, including executing shutdowns and startups, troubleshooting equipment, and performing maintenance. Proficient in adhering to safety regulations and maintaining effective communication in a dynamic environment.
Highest-signal resume keywords
Power Plant OperationsPreventive MaintenanceTroubleshooting EquipmentLockout Tagout ProceduresPlant Operator Selection System
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Hard Skills
Plant Equipment MaintenanceElectrical Systems KnowledgeMechanical Systems KnowledgeInstrumentation KnowledgeComputer-Based SkillsManual DexterityEmergency ResponseConfined Space AccessHigh Elevation AccessWeight Lifting (50 lbs)
Soft Skills
Effective CommunicationDecision Making Under PressureFlexibility to Changing ConditionsProfessional InteractionWorkload Prioritization
Tools & Technologies
Hand ToolsPower ToolsPrecision ToolsMachine ToolsElectronic Control Systems
Certifications & Qualifications
High School Diploma or GEDPOSS/MASS Program CompletionRespirator Physical and Fit Test
Industry Keywords
Power Plant SystemsSafety RegulationsJob Safety AnalysisHot Work ProceduresPPE Procedures
About the role
Key responsibilities & impact- Operate, monitor, and control all power plant systems from the Control Room
- Execute plant shutdowns and startups
- Respond to alarms and equipment issues
- Coordinate maintenance and work with current plant conditions and commercial commitments
- Perform preventive and corrective maintenance at a gas plant
- Promote safe, effective, and reliable plant operation
- Troubleshoot plant equipment
- Perform daily maintenance, construction, demolition, overhauls, repairs, replacements, and equipment or structure removal and installation
- Maintain plant equipment
- Perform LOTOV clearances under the direction of a senior operator or supervisor
- Operate hand, power, precision, and machine tools
- Maintain working knowledge of electronic control systems and computers
- Follow safety and environmental regulations
- Adhere to Lockout Tagout, Job Safety Analysis, Confined Space, Hot Work, Electrical Safety, and PPE procedures
- Progress skills within the primary skill set
- Complete Tier 2 job performance measures and sign-offs for system operations and maintenance
- Demonstrate continual improvement in job skills and knowledge
Requirements
What you’ll need- 2–4 years of related experience
- Power plant experience preferred
- Satisfactory completion of Tier 1 job performance measures covering Operations, Mechanical, Electrical, and Instrument and Controls
- High School diploma or GED or equivalent
- Standard computer-based skills
- Effective oral and verbal communication skills
- Independent troubleshooting knowledge
- Ability to work under pressure and make decisions in a fast-paced dynamic environment
- Successful completion of the Plant Operator Selection System/Power Plant Operations and Maintenance (POSS/MASS) program
- Flexibility to changing conditions and situations
- Ability to respond calmly and think clearly in emergency situations
- Ability to quickly access confined spaces, high elevations, and hot areas when required
- Ability to visually read and respond to computer-generated data, instrumentation, gauges, readouts, and color variations
- Manual dexterity to operate keyboards, pushbuttons, dials, and valves
- Ability to climb stairs and ladders and enter confined spaces
- Ability to lift 50 lbs
- Ability to pass a respirator physical and fit test
- Ability to maintain confidentiality of records and documents
- Ability to prioritize workload and multitask
- Ability to interact professionally with all levels of management
- Ability to manage relationships with vendors and contractors
- Successful completion of the POSS/MASS pre-employment test
Benefits
Comp & perks- Equal employment opportunity protections
- Disability accommodation support during the application process