Power Plant Operator

Job description:

NOTE: This job is located in Yerington, NV

This position will be responsible for the safe and efficient operation of the geothermal power plants. Geothermal energy experience a plus, however, excellent work ethic, reliability, integrity, and willingness to learn are essential.

Essential Functions

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

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Monitor equipment by measure, record, and adjust accordingly to plant-operating criteria

Perform daily maintenance such as greasing and aligning motors, repairing, and replacing sensors, gauges, relays, etc.

Used prescribed plant operating procedures to conduct efficient and effective plant uptime while maximizing plant output

Assist in the maintenance and construction-related activities in and around the plant

Perform regular upkeep of maintenance and housekeeping in the shop /office facilities and power plant grounds

Collaborates with the team to develop and implement maintenance and quality assurance

Conducts all work with “Safety” emphasis and a priority of all individuals onsite, and the safety of company resources

Performs general construction knowledge on the property (welding, plumbing, electrical, framing, etc.)

Operates rolling equipment

Monitors and handles chemicals for the prevention of pipeline corrosion

Maintains daily logs and reports as required

Work overtime, weekends, holidays, etc. as required to complete the job necessary

Responsible for immediate reporting of all accidents and incidents

Other duties as assigned

Required Skills/Abilities:

Ability to operate service truck, backhoe, forklift, or manlift on regular basis

Strong mechanical aptitude and basic understanding of chemistry, physics, electricity, and mathematics.

Ability to work at our various plants on occasion as needed

Knowledge of and compliance with all OHSA safety procedures and protocol

Ability to work as a team and share knowledge

Excellent verbal and written communication skills

Possess a valid state driver’s license

Ability to pass pre-employment drug testing, and random tests during employment

Education and Experience:

Minimum High School diploma or equivalent

Education and Experience:

General maintenance knowledge

Physical Requirements:

Requires heavy exertion in forms of pushing, pulling, lifting, and carrying heavy objects constantly

Ability to climb, work at elevated platforms, ladders, and walkways frequently

Requires ability to work from high elevations and over platforms consistently

Ability to stand for long periods of time consistently

Ability to stoop, bend or kneel frequently

Ability to work in all weather conditions up to 70% of time outdoors, year-round

Ability to lift up to 50lbs consistently

Must be able to traverse all areas of construction sites and/or Power Plant

Must be able to travel to various locations

Must be able to operate a company vehicle with a valid driver’s license

Job Type: Full-time

Schedule: M-F, 6am-3pm, rotating weekends.

Work Location: In person