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Power Plant Operator

Estel
Saint James, MN Full Time
POSTED ON 7/7/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 11/3/2026

  • Turn on the power plant system, load its fuel source, and adjust the power output

using multiple control systems

  • Analyze operational parameters such as temperature, pressure, flow rates, and

voltages to ensure optimal performance and identify abnormalities

  • Routine inspections to ensure the smooth and safe operation of power plant

equipment

  • Monitor and inspect all components to identify any issues
  • Cleaning each piece of equipment helps maintain its efficiency
  • Scheduling checks depending on the equipment and the facility
  • Monitoring of the plant’s output, gauge safety parameters and make adjustments

as necessary

  • Start or Stop Generators turbines in a power plant for regular maintenance and

other necessary steps

  • Ensuring safety protocols and compliance with industry regulations
  • Perform regular safety checks help prevent accidents and maintain a secure
working environment
  • Communicate with systems operators to regulate and coordinate transmission
loads and frequencies, and line voltages.
  • Examine and test electrical power distribution machinery and equipment, using
testing devices.
  • Inspect records and logbook entries, and communicate with other plant
personnel, in order to assess equipment operating status.
  • Receive outage calls and call-in necessary personnel during power outages and
emergencies
Record and compile operational data, completing and maintaining forms, logs,
and reports.
  • Using either control mechanisms or direct physical activity to operate machines or
processes (not including computers or vehicles).
  • Analyzing information and evaluating results to choose the best solution and
solve problems.
  • Documenting/Recording Information - Entering, transcribing, recording, storing,
or maintaining

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