Utility Plant Operator

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Utility Plant Operator

CANR205006 O&M Full Time Moore, SC, US

The Shift Operator plays a critical role in ensuring the safe, reliable, and efficient operation of our Central Utility Plant (CUP), which provides essential utilities to a major manufacturing complex near Spartanburg, South Carolina. The Shift Operator will work closely with the Control Room Operator and will monitor all plant systems by taking precise equipment readings, promptly responding to alarms, performing critical plant load changes by taking appropriate corrective actions and executing plant load changes, shutdown and start-up procedures as required. This role is vital in meeting our Host’s production demands while maintaining the highest standards of safety and Operational Excellence.

The CUP integrates high pressure boilers, compressed air and dryer systems, industrial water-cooled chillers, water softeners and reverse osmosis systems, completed water treatment systems, and associated to provide highly reliable utility services to the host facility.

Key Responsibilities

• Maintain safe working conditions by strictly adhering to all company safety protocols, hazardous energy control procedures and proper use of personal protective equipment (PPE) guidelines.
• Monitor and operate all plant systems to meet production requirements under the direction of the Control Room Operator.
• Safely isolate equipment by following established plant Lockout/Tagout (LOTO) procedures for inspections, preventative maintenance and corrective maintenance.
• Regularly monitor, test, and adjust plant water chemistry in accordance with water treatment system guidelines and procedures.
• Maintain positive and collaborative relationships with all customers and host representatives.
• Interface professionally with subcontractors as assigned.
• Maintain high housekeeping standards of the entire facility to ensure a clean, safe workplace.
• Perform and support routine, corrective and emergent maintenance activities as assigned by management
• Enter and process Computerized Maintenance Management System (CMMS) work orders and inventory management systems
• Maintain tool and spare parts inventory.
• Perform other duties as assigned by management.

Required Qualifications:

• A minimum of 5 years’ experience, or the equivalent, in the operation and maintenance of utility, power generation or propulsion plants including the following systems:
  • High Pressure Boilers and Steam Systems
  • Steam, Feedwater, Condensate and Cooling Water systems
  • Chilled Water Systems
  • Water Purification Systems (RO, Demineralizers, Evaporators, softeners, etc.)
  • Compressed Air Systems
  • Central Control Systems and Automation
  • Medium and High Voltage Electrical Distribution Systems
• A demonstrated knowledge of utility plant operations theory and industry practices.
• The ability to work 12-hour rotating shifts, lift loads of up to 50 lbs., work in hot and cold environments, climb ladders and work in elevated locations.
• Effective writing and verbal communication skills.
• The ability to comprehend and execute basic and detailed instructions, both oral and written.
• Strong troubleshooting and problem resolution abilities.
• Excellent mechanical, electrical and controls aptitude.
• Must pass drug testing, background checks, and security screenings.
• Ability to obtain Federal and State security clearances (where required).

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience working rotating shifts in a similar utility plant with a high requirement for reliability.
• Technical Training and experience.
• Proficient in reading and understanding P&ID drawing and electrical schematics.
• Forklift/Powered Industrial Truck (PIT) license and experience.
• Experience with procedures for safely working with water treatment chemicals.
• Water chemistry and control experience.
• OSHA 10/30 certification.
• Strong computer skills with control systems, CMMS and communication systems.
• Ability to respond to site during off-shift hours for emergent equipment failures or plant trips.
• Experience with safe operation of low and medium voltage switchgear equipment.