Plant Operator I (On-Site)

Lower Colorado River Authority

Applications Closed

Posted 22 days ago

Full Time

La Grange, Texas

In Person

Smart Summary

This entry-level role involves assisting staff by monitoring and isolating equipment, operating switchgear/breakers, and troubleshooting processes within a coal-fired power plant. Responsibilities include operating equipment after training, tagging out systems for maintenance, recognizing abnormal conditions, completing logs, and assisting maintenance departments during outages.

LCRA is looking for a Plant Operator I to assist plant operations staff in monitoring and troubleshooting equipment. This entry-level position requires zero or more years of experience in power plant/coal yard equipment inspection and maintenance, along with a valid driver's license. Basic knowledge of power plant operations, mechanical/electrical equipment, and safety procedures are a plus.

Must Have Skills for ATS

Equipment Monitoring

Equipment Isolation

Switchgear Operation

Breaker Operation

Troubleshooting

Plant Operations

Tag Out Procedures

Operating Parameters Knowledge

Log Submission

Report Submission

Maintenance Assistance

Instrumentation Assistance

Unit Walk Downs

Mechanical Knowledge

Electrical Knowledge

Safety Commitment

Job Description

At LCRA, we are seeking to find an ambitious candidate for our open Plant Operator I position! This entry-level position will assist plant operations staff and other personnel in monitoring and isolating equipment, operating switchgear/breakers and troubleshooting equipment and process initiatives. In this role you will reside in a coal-fired power plant environment with an opportunity to develop competence through structured work assignments and an instructor led formal training program. Join our team and be part of a company that is committed to making a positive impact on the communities we serve!

You will be trusted to:

Upon completion of required training, monitor and operate all equipment in assigned area of responsibility.
- Isolate and tag out equipment for maintenance, according to directions and plant operating procedures.
- Acquire knowledge of equipment operating parameters in order to recognize and report abnormal conditions as they occur, according to established procedures.
- Complete and submit all logs and reports to immediate supervisor as instructed.
- Assist maintenance and instrumentation & controls departments during outages.
- Perform unit walk downs (makes rounds) to monitor operating equipment.

You qualify with:

- Zero 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.
- Driver's license

You are a great fit with:

- Basic knowledge of power plant operating principles.
- Basic knowledge of both mechanical and electrical equipment.
- Basic knowledge of LOTO procedures, ability to communicate effectively, commitment to safety and environmental leadership.
- Ability to follow strict 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.

Lower Colorado River Authority

LCRA exists to serve the people of Texas. It’s been that way since the state Legislature created us in 1934. We continue that legacy today by providing a multitude of vital services to our customers and communities. Our mission is to enhance the quality of life of the Texans we serve through water stewardship, energy and community service. LCRA produces and delivers electric power, manages the lower Colorado River and provides a reliable water supply, manages a public parks system and supports community development. We are funded by revenue we generate, the vast majority of which comes from generating and transmitting electricity. A very small portion of our revenue comes from selling water. We do not receive state appropriations or have the ability to levy taxes. We have deep roots in Texas, dating as far back as the Great Depression of the 1930s. We built the chain of dams that tamed the Colorado River and brought power to rural Central Texas for the first time.

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