I&C Plant Technician

Odessa, Texas

Full time

40015497

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Job Summary

Responsible for basic operational knowledge of all plant systems and perform operation of the equipment within specification and environmental regulations and will work under the direction of skilled Plant Technicians.

Responsible for continuing to learn the proper function and perform maintenance of equipment at a Gas Plant for the Gas fleet. Responsible for promoting safe, effective, and reliable operation.

Job Description

Key Accountabilities:

• Required duties depend upon the particular field requiring skills for advancement.

• Assisting/performing troubleshooting of plant equipment, preventive and corrective maintenance to ensure proper functioning, daily maintenance, construction, demolition, overhauls, repair /replacement and removal/installation of plant equipment and structures.

• Provides skills for maintaining equipment at the plant

• Perform clearances in LOTOV under the direction of a senior operator or supervisor

• Utilizes/operates various types of hand, power, precision or machine tools necessary to support safe and productive work environments.

• Maintains a working knowledge of all electronic control systems and computers

• Understands and follows current safety and environmental regulations necessary to conduct all phases of work

• Ensures strict adherence to safety, health and environmental procedures as they relate to plant operations and maintenance including but not limited to Lockout Tagout, Job Safety Analysis, Confined Space, Hot Work, Electrical Safety and PPE

• Understanding core networking concepts: IP addressing, subnetting, routing, and switching

• Familiarity with industrial communication protocols such as: MODBUS TCP, DNP3, OPC

• Ability to read and interpret network diagrams

• Familiarity with thin client architecture

• Knowledge of how SCADA, DCS, and PLC systems can be integrated

• Basic understanding of NERC CIP requirements

_* Level of position will be determined by applicable education and skills/experience_**

Education, Experience, and Skill Requirements:

• Minimum two (2) years of related experience

• All applicants must be a successful candidate on the Plant Operator Selection System/Power Plant Operations and Maintenance (POSS / MASS) program in order to be considered a candidate for this position. POSS / MASS exams are administered on an as-needed basis by Human Resources and all communication concerning the testing is sent to the candidate's email address provided during the application process.

• Satisfactory completion of Tier 1 job performance measures composed of basic: Operations, Mechanical, Electrical, and Instrument and Controls

• High School diploma or general education degree (GED) required.

• Demonstrate standard computer based skills

• Demonstrate effective oral & verbal communications skills

• If applicable, candidate must meet the requirement of PT1-E

Key Metrics:

• Progression of skill within primary skill set.

• Satisfactory completion of Tier 2 job performance measures predominately composed of Sign-offs of demonstrating different primary and auxiliary system operations and maintenance relevant to primary skill.

• Demonstrate continual self improvement in job skills and knowledge.

This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change or new ones may be assigned at any time with or without

Job Family

Plant Operations

Company

Luminant Generation Company LLC

Locations

Odessa, Texas

Texas

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Vistra is the largest competitive power generator in the U.S., with a capacity of approximately 41,000 megawatts, or enough to power 20 million homes, operating in all of the major competitive wholesale markets in the country. Vistra is a leader in the energy transformation and expansion with an unyielding focus on reliability, affordability, and sustainability, powered by a diverse portfolio that includes natural gas, nuclear, coal, solar, and battery energy storage facilities. The company continues to grow its zero-carbon resources, operating the second-largest fleet of competitive nuclear power plants in the country, substantial battery energy storage capacity, and a growing number of solar facilities.

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It is the policy of the Company to comply with all employment laws and to afford equal employment opportunity to individuals in all aspects of employment, including in selection for job opportunities, without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, pregnancy, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, military service, protected veteran status, or any other consideration protected by federal, state or local laws.

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