Plant Operator Job Description Template
Our company is looking for a Plant Operator to join our team.
Responsibilities:
- Repairs;
- Painting;
- carpentry;
- Security;
- Attend daily and weekly safety meetings and inspections;
- Collaborate with any project teams on other special initiatives, as required;
- Perform daily maintenance and safety checks of plant;
- Maintains regular and reliable attendance;
- Train new employees in the safe and efficient operation of the plant;
- Understand and follow directions from supervisors as to required work area;
- Monitors PLC and computer control equipment;
- Timely completion of all plant operator steps associated with computer training and hands-on training;
- Work in a safe, responsible manner to not intentionally or unintentionally injure oneself, or endanger the wellbeing of others;
- Perform routine cleaning and maintenance to ensure smooth operation of the plant;
- Walking 25% of the time.
Requirements:
- Knowledge of plant and other heavy equipment;
- Must be able to recognize upset conditions, determine cause, and then take corrective action;
- Ability to solve basic math problems like calculating flow within piping systems, compute percentages, and determine tank volumes;
- High school diploma or its equivalent resulting in demonstrated ability to perform major duties;
- Understanding of computerized controls and electronics;
- Must be able to use a computer;
- Working knowledge of power plant or other industrial facility’s fundamentals and how industrial plant equipment relates to each system;
- Strong attention to detail;
- Knowledge of road construction materials, road construction processes and industry requirements;
- Proven time management skills;
- Good troubleshooting skills;
- Knowledgeable of industry safety procedures and protocol;
- Proven mechanical aptitude;
- Must have an exceptional work ethic, strong communication and interpersonal skills, and be able to work in a self-directed team environment;
- Must be willing to work rotating shifts.