Plant Equipment Operator

Essential Functions

· Responsible for the safe and efficient operation of all machinery and related equipment as directed by the Shift Supervisor.

· Responsible for the proper operation and maintenance of complex systems and equipment that can directly affect employee safety and the operation of the plant.

· Monitor the operation and material condition of all plant equipment, out in the plant.

· Communicate local equipment conditions to the CRO and Shift Supervisor.

· Ensure all plant equipment and systems are operating in accordance with applicable standard operating procedures and manufacturers’ recommendations.

· Investigate equipment problems and take the proper actions necessary to correct problems.

· Recommend equipment operating and/or maintenance changes that will enhance unit operation, equipment availability, and maximize plant capacity factor.

· Completion of plant equipment logs and plant reports.

· Must be capable of operating plants water treatment systems including performing daily water testing, fuel testing, and analyzing results.

· Perform necessary housekeeping functions to and around plant equipment, site and buildings.

· Perform corrective and preventive maintenance when necessary.

Other Functions

· Must work shiftwork, 12 Hour Rotating Shift.

· Holiday, weekend, overtime, and night shift work will be required.

· Required to have a telephone, must respond to call ins as needed.

· Assist in other work on an as-needed-basis as directed by management.

· Acts as a team member with all employees of Mt Carmel Cogen staff displaying a positive attitude, professional and courteous behavior.

Essential Physical Abilities

· Ability to communicate effectively both written and verbally.

· Ability to meet highest attendance requirements.

· Ability to handle multiple tasks concurrently.

· Ability to hear and understand audible alarms, detect changes in noise levels of equipment, accurately read and interpret instruments and gauges (must have eyesight corrected to 20/40), and communicate clearly on portable radios.

· Ability to respond to plant emergencies.

· Ability to climb stairs, ladders, and enter confined spaces as required to complete assigned tasks.

· Ability to lift 50 lbs. of weight.

· Ability to pass a respirator physical and fit test.

· Ability to perform first aid and CPR.

· Valid driver’s license required.

Education / Experience

High School Diploma and 2 years of power plant related experience.

Working Environment

This job involves a working environment of 75% indoors and 25% outdoors. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is exposed to weather conditions prevalent at the time.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.

Mount Carmel Cogeneration Inc. is an equal opportunity employer.

Job Type: Full-time

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 12 hour shift
• Holidays
• Night shift
• Overtime
• Weekends as needed

Education:

• High school or equivalent (Required)

Experience:

• Power Plant related: 2 years (Required)

License/Certification:

• Driver's License (Required)

Work Location: In person