Control Operator - III

Job Description

Job Description

Thermal – Boiler Control Operator I / II / III

The Operator is responsible for the safe, reliable, and efficient operation of all Plant equipment under their control in accordance with written plant procedures and under the direction of the Operations Supervisor and Plant Manager. The Operator can at times work with a Maintenance Mechanic on duty, who if needed can help assist with starting and / or stopping plant machinery and equipment. In the absence of specific orders and / or directives, the Operator exercises initiative, using experience and good judgment in Plant operation. Complies with company policies including those concerning safety and environmental.

Responsibilities

The Operator III takes work direction from the Main Operator IV on duty and / or Plant Lead, and reports to the Plant Manager.

The following lists typical duties for the Energy Center Operator’s scope of work.

• Monitor and control the operation of all plant machinery and equipment including boilers, generators, and water treatment
• Monitor and be responsible for the effect on plant operations of all activities occurring in the Plant and in the Distribution System
• Operate–start, run, monitor, adjust and stop–Plant machinery and equipment in a safe manner
• Operate following Standard Operating Procedures (SOP), Job Safety Analysis (JSA), Lock Out Tag Out (LOTO) and assist in continual improvement
• Monitor and record Plant operating parameters
• Monitor customers consumption levels and demands
• Perform tests of operating equipment as directed
• Monitor water chemistry in the various plant water systems, and adjust chemical feed systems as required
• Be responsible for the Control Room’s appearance and housekeeping
• Upgrade skills and knowledge of Plant systems, equipment, and components as directed or required
• Have or work to obtain knowledge and / or skill sets held by Maintenance Mechanics
• Be willing to work overtime either scheduled or on short notice
• Knowledge of pneumatic and electric controls desired
• Serve on safety committee as assigned
• Additional Duties as assigned

Working Conditions

Operator will normally work within the control room setting in a thermal plant. Expectations to be able to work within a normal plant environment with stairs and ladders to access difficult spaces. Includes working at heights, high / low ambient temperatures, low light and high humidity areas within the plant. Operator will work 12 hour shifts normally, both nights and days. Operator may be required to work overtime on short notice.

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