Power Plant Operator

Job Opportunity at FluorAt Fluor, we are proud to design and build projects and careers. We are committed to fostering a welcoming and collaborative work environment that encourages big-picture thinking, brings out the best in our employees, and helps us develop innovative solutions that contribute to building a better world together. If this sounds like a culture you would like to work in, you're invited to apply for this role.Fluor is a leading government contractor with a proven track record of delivering high-value technical solutions around the world to U.S. government agencies such as the DOE, NNSA, the Department of Defense and the Intelligence Community.Job DescriptionSummary: Monitoring, operating, and maintaining all equipment on the site utility plant. Equipment consists of switchgear, load centers, associated HMI (Human Machine Interface) systems, steam and hot water boilers, chillers, air compressors, cooling towers, pumps, valves and auxiliary equipment. Essential duties and responsibilities include the following:Have or have the ability to obtain a TS/SCI with Poly Clearance and comply with all background investigation requirements.Operate and maintain SCADA, Power Quality Monitoring, EMCS, and Industrial Chilled Water ControlsResponsible for the proper operation of the boiler, air compressor and chiller systems. Monitors equipment and systems performance and makes required adjustments to maintain plant production within specified limits. Accurately takes and logs gauge and meter readings.Performs complex diagnostics, repairs, calibrations, modifications and routine service on a wide variety of facilities and building equipment, systems, structures and hardware, including air handlers, domestic water, chilled water, hot water, steam, building exhaust, compressed air, controls, lighting, electrical, security systems, fire systems, etc.Performs corrective and preventive maintenance as scheduled. Notifies Operations Supervisor of issues in the plant.Evaluates problems with equipment, plans repairs and modification to equipment, locates original or alternate parts to be ordered.Responds to emergency situations, and is able to perform pre-determined emergency actions to place the plant back in a safe conditionReads local indicators/gauges and/or computer consoles at specified intervals to verify operating conditions. Utilizes manual, automatic and computerized controls to bring equipment into prescribed operating ranges.Logs equipment problems and informs supervisor of items needing repair.Maintains records of operating conditions and actions taken.Assists in the performance of functional/operational tests to evaluate equipment/systems capability and reliability.Implements standard trade practices and procedures including appropriate safety precautions.Works rotating shifts, and some weekends. Other duties as assigned.Complies with all Fluor Corporation safety requirements and programs.Position eligible for relocation bonus Salary Rate: $45.00 to $47.00/hour + Fringe $4.98/hour #IntelBasic Job Requirements• High school diploma or general equivalency degree (GED). • Minimum 2 years of on the job or military equivalent experience with plant operations, industrial equipment and controls.Other Job Requirements• Must have an active (or ability to obtain and maintain) TS/SCI with CI Polygraph• Position requires the on-time qualification in the organization's Operations & Maintenance (O&M) Qualification Program • Current EPA Refrigeration License or ability to obtain within 1 year • Current Stationary Engineering License (Transferrable), or ability to obtain within 2 years • U.S. citizen • Desired experience with utility plant systems and associated operations. • Desired experience or ability to learn either electrical distribution; HVAC; Chillers and Boilers; etc • Ability to read, analyze, and interpret procedures and governmental regulations. • Ability to write reports, business correspondence, and procedure manuals. • Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from groups of managers, clients, customers, and the general public• Must demonstrate basic computer knowledge (I.e., ability to use email, internet, Microsoft Office products such as Word and Excel, to effectively conduct company business on the program). Some positions may require an increased level of computer knowledge, depending on the required duties of the position.Preferred Qualifications• Local candidates preferredWe are an equal opportunity employer. All qualified individuals will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, disability, veteran status, genetic information, or any other criteria protected by governing law.Benefits Statement: Fluor is proud to offer a comprehensive benefits package designed to promote employee health, wellness, and financial security. Our offerings include medical, dental and vision plans, EAP, disability coverage, life insurance, AD&D, voluntary benefit plans, 401(k) with a company match, paid time off (personal, bereavement, sick, holidays) for salaried employees, paid sick leave per state requirement for craft employees, parental leave, and training and development courses.Market Rate Statement: The market rate for the role is typically at the mid-point of the salary range; however, variations in final salary are determined by additional factors such as the candidate's qualifications, relevant years of experience, geographic location, internal pay equity, and prevailing market conditions for the specific role.Notice to Candidates: Background checks are carried out as part of any conditional offer made, including (but not limited to & role dependent) education, professional registration, employment, references, passport verifications and Global Watchlist screening.To be Considered Candidates: Must be authorized to work in the country where the position is located.Salary Range: $54,500.00 - $102,500.00