Plant Operator

Plant Operator

Power Plant Operators are responsible for the safe, efficient, and reliable operation of power generation facilities. Duties include starting, stopping, and monitoring equipment, reading gauges and meters, recording operating logs, and making adjustments within set parameters. Operators also perform maintenance, repairs, and system improvements, assist in developing standard operating procedures, and ensure compliance with local, state, and federal regulations.

Key Responsibilities:

• Operation & Monitoring: Start, stop, and monitor turbines, generators, and auxiliary systems; record activities in logs; use computerized monitoring systems to adjust and maintain operating parameters
• Maintenance & Repair: Diagnose, maintain, and repair mechanical and electrical equipment; perform overhaul maintenance and system improvements
• Chemical Control: Conduct chemical analysis and control on steam, cooling, and condensate systems; maintain chemistry logs
• Compliance: Follow all safety, environmental, and regulatory procedures; maintain plant security
• Equipment Handling: Operate heavy equipment (manlifts, forklifts) and handle/transfer bulk chemicals
• Process Improvement: Provide input to plant betterment projects to enhance efficiency, reliability, and safety

Qualifications:

• Mechanical/electrical systems repair experience
• Industrial equipment repairs
• Technical decision-making authority

About the role: This position is located in Middletown, CA and is an onsite role. This is a full-time position. This person reports to the Account Manager.

WECTEC Staffing Services delivers customer-focused solutions, offering everything from high-volume, cost-effective staffing to specialized niche roles, while maintaining best-in-class service. Our employees bring expertise across technical and corporate functions, supporting international contracts in over five countries. WECTEC Staffing Services offers competitive pay to all of our employees. Additionally, most positions qualify for benefits including the following: Comprehensive Health and Income Protection Benefits 401(k) Savings Plan Paid Vacations for Qualifying Positions

The base salary range for this position, which is dependent upon experience, qualifications and skills, is estimated to be ($40/hour to $50/hour). This position may offer Per Diem and Mob/Demob to candidates over 50 miles away from the site.