Coal Plant Operator

Job Purpose Working together under general supervision, coordinate, instruct, train, and check the work of employees responsible for coal handling activities; operate locomotives and railroad cars; operate, inspect and service coal handling equipment; operate car dumpers and their auxiliary equipment; operate ash handling cranes; shift barges and railroad cars; lubricate equipment; operate ash and slag handling equipment; be a member of the station’s fire brigade or act as station fire guide for outside fire departments; perform all activities in accordance with applicable health, safety, and environmental standards; utilize computer and other technology based work management systems as required; perform all activities in a high quality manner to achieve best industry practice; perform general cleaning and housekeeping duties; interact with station personnel, contractors, and others to perform coal plant operator functions; respond to overtime requests as needed; handle special assignments; and perform related work as required. Essential Functions Operate, inspect, maintain, and lubricate coal handling equipment such as conveyors, trippers, crushers, feeders, breakers, screens, stackers, and loaders, ash and slag handling equipment, dust control equipment and bag houses. Shift barges and railroad cars by operating pullers and manipulating cables; operate car heating equipment; inventory railroad cars; act as a weigh master; prepare locomotives for operation and standby, and other related railroad car activities. Read, interpret, and implement technical information found in manufacturers’ and OEM technical manuals, electrical and mechanical P &IDs, and operating and maintenance procedures. Operate, inspect, and lubricate ash handling cranes, car dumpers and auxiliary equipment, locomotive and gantry cranes, barge unloaders, fuel handling mobile equipment such as tractor‑bulldozer‑scraper combinations, vacuum trucks, street sweepers, water wagons, backhoes and other mobile equipment. Prepare work permits and administer the SAFE Access to Plant, or similar systems, as it applies to the equipment under the control of the Coal Operator. Inspect, repair, adjust, service, and troubleshoot equipment. Maintain records of coal cars, barge movements, and tonnages and input information into computerized system. Write work orders and input data into work history file. Maintain equipment and working area in a clean condition including shoveling, vacuuming, degreasing, washing, sweeping, and utilize other cleaning methods. Perform electrical disconnect switching and grounding; perform electrical and mechanical operations to place equipment in and out of service safely for permit work. Perform maintenance activity as required in support of the overall maintenance of the plant. Assist in the planning and layout of jobs including parts identification and ordering of equipment needed to complete the job. Conduct shift change by briefing the incoming Coal Plant Operators of current plant status and issues. Adjust belt scrapers, seals, and side skirting; align feeder belts. Perform routine equipment testing and maintain environmental logs. Monitor equipment condition utilizing control room indication, field devices, and portable test equipment. Utilize computer-based management systems as made available for operational and managerial requirements. Assist other job classifications as may be required. Qualification Guidelines Any combination equivalent to, but not limited to, the following: Required High School degree, or equivalent education Valid Drivers License Knowledge/Skills/Abilities Must have knowledge of job safety requirements, strong verbal and written communication skills, interpersonal skills and possess a demonstrated ability to learn. Three years of previous experience related to power plant operation, maintenance and operating coal handling equipment is strongly preferred. Physical Requirements/Working Conditions This position is exposed to both indoor and outdoor environmental conditions, cold and hot temperatures and moderate to high noise levels. The position requires a person to occasionally bend, stoop, reach, push, pull, walk, sit, stand and climb. Management reserves the right to change, rescind, add, or delete the duties and responsibilities of positions within the job classification at any time. Please Note: Salary offered will be commensurate with the successful candidate’s education and/or experience and in accordance with the Collective Bargaining Agreement covering this position. The base salary range for this position is: $35.69 - $54.37. The base salary range above represents the low and high end of the salary range for this position. Actual salaries will vary based on several factors including but not limited to location, experience, and performance. The range listed is just one component of the total compensation package for employees. Other rewards may include annual bonus, short- and long-term incentives, and program‑specific awards. In addition the position may be eligible to participate in the benefits program which include, but are not limited to, medical, vision, dental, 401K, and flexible spending accounts. NRG Energy is committed to a drug and alcohol-free workplace. To the extent permitted by law and any applicable collective bargaining agreement, employees are subject to periodic random drug testing, and post‑accident and reasonable suspicion drug and alcohol testing. EOE AA M/F/Vet/Disability. Level, Title and/or Salary may be adjusted based on the applicant’s experience or skills. Official description on file with Talent. #J-18808-Ljbffr