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Power Plant Operator Sr (On-Site)

Apply now Job No: 500275
FT/PT: Full-time
Regular/Project/Seasonal: Regular
Location: Maxwell, TX
City: Maxwell
State: Texas
Categories: Operations/Maintenance (Power, Water, Transmission, Telecom), On-site

At LCRA, we are seeking a Power Plant Operator for our new reciprocating internal combustion engines in Maxwell, TX! These RICE machines are peaking power generation to the Texas grid to provide power and reliability to fellow Texans. This role involves supporting 24/7 maintenance and operations at the Timmerman Power plant in collaboration with a dedicated professional team. Our ideal candidate will strive for excellence in all areas of their work while exemplifying LCRA’s values of focusing on service, taking initiative, showing respect, operating with integrity, and operating with safety!

You will be trusted to:

- Monitor and operate all plant equipment according to operations guidelines and specifications.
- Isolate and tag out equipment for maintenance.
- Complete and submit accurate logs and workorders.
- Perform unit walk downs (makes rounds) to monitor operating equipment.
- Perform scheduled maintenance and basic repairs on plant equipment and systems.

You qualify with:

- Four or more years of experience in the inspection, monitoring and maintenance of power plant and/or coal yard equipment, including the isolation and tagging of systems or other relevant experience.
- A degree(s) in electronics, electrical systems, power plant operations or relevant field may be substituted per LCRA guidelines for certain years of experience.
- Driver's license

You are a great fit with:

- Experience with operation and maintenance of power plant mechanical and electrical systems
- Knowledge of processes and technical drawings related to power generation facilities
- Safety driven professional proficient with the LOTO process
- Proficient in communicating optimally with team members, supervision /management, and external organizations under normal and emergency conditions
- Proficient in following operating procedures/guidelines, safety and environmental rules and regulations

You gain:

- Competitive salary & medical, dental, vision and legal insurance

- Paid time off, including time for vacation, sick and family care leave

- 401(k) match up to 8% that includes a student loan 401(k) contribution program option

- Life and disability insurance

- Wellness program including wellness incentive

- Extensive learning & development programs

And more - all to create a compelling and rewarding work environment.

 

Equal Opportunity Employer

LCRA provides equal employment opportunities and a work environment free of discrimination and harassment.  All employment decisions at LCRA are based on business need, job requirement and individual qualifications, without regard to race, color, religion, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, sexual orientation, genetic information, or veteran status in accordance with applicable federal and state legal requirements governing nondiscrimination in employment.

LCRA is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to job applicants with physical or mental disabilities. Applicants with a disability who require a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application or hiring process can contact LCRA Human Resources (512) 578-4004 or email lcra.benefits@lcra.org. Reasonable accommodations will be determined on a case-by-case basis.

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LCRA is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to job applicants with physical or mental disabilities. Applicants with a disability who require a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application or hiring process can contact LCRA Human Resources (512) 578-4004 or email [email protected]. Reasonable accommodations will be determined on a case-by-case basis.

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