DOTP-Plant Operator

DOTP-Plant Operator

The Plant Operator ensures safe, efficient, reliable, and environmentally compliant generation of electricity and steam by performing both field/auxiliary duties and control-room operations (monitoring, alarms, startup/shutdown, load control).

Essential Duties/Responsibilities:

• Operations & Monitoring
• Condition Assessment, Troubleshooting & Documentation
• Safety, Compliance & Procedures
• Chemistry & Data Handling

Working Conditions:

Industrial power-plant and occasional office environments; exposure to rotating equipment, high voltage, high noise, elevations up to 150250 ft, confined spaces, and all temperature extremes. Irregular/rotating shifts, weekend/holiday work, and 24/7 callout. Emergencies may require respirator use and stair climbing to safety shelters. Facial hair is prohibited in the respirator sealing area; contact lenses restricted except for specific medical reasons; safety footwear required.

Minimum Requirements:

Education & Credentials: High school diploma or GED. Valid state driver's license.

Experience: 0-3 years' Plant Operator experience (or equivalent industrial experience) in a power plant environment. Level placement depends on demonstrated competencies.

Qualification: Ability to successfully complete the Water Plant Operator qualification card (required for WPO progression). Ability to successfully complete the Control Room Operator qualification card (required for CRO progression).

Preferred Qualifications:

Degree or certificate from a technical/vocational program (or equivalent)

Additional Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

Knowledge of steam power-plant systems and fundamental plant principles. Ability to perform arithmetic for flow, pressure, and meter calculations. Read and interpret blueprints, schematics, procedures, and technical manuals. Proficiency with HMIs and related electronic/computer equipment; discern and respond to verbal/auditory signals. LOTO proficiency; perform PM checks; support performance testing; strong teamwork and self-directed learning.

Physical Requirements (Demand and Frequency): Work indoors/outdoors under all climates per Heat Stress procedures; around large rotating and energized equipment; in high-noise areas; at elevations up to 250 ft; and in confined spaces (with respirator). Frequent walking, standing, stair/ladder climbing; ability to work from aerial devices. Routine kneeling, crouching, squatting, twisting, pushing, pulling, shoveling; use hand tools (up to 25 lbs) above/below head and extended from the body. Lifting: Medium (?50 lbs) Frequent; Heavy (>50 lbs) Frequent (use team lift/mechanical assist per safety procedures). Near/color/depth vision Frequent; far vision Moderate; talking/hearing Moderate; hand-eye coordination and full motor capability Frequent. Must wear required PPE (steel-toed boots, respirators, goggles/safety glasses, ear protection, chemical suits, hot gloves, high-voltage protective equipment) and work with/around hazardous and non-hazardous materials per guidance.