Equipment Operator

About the role

NRG is an energy and home services company dedicated to creating a smarter, cleaner, and more connected future through innovative solutions. We seek to propel the careers of our next generation of leaders.

Responsibilities

• Operate equipment for stopping, starting, and/or regulating power plant boilers, steam generators, and systems under the direction of a Unit Operator or station management.
• Inspect and maintain plant equipment, steam turbines, power boilers, turbine driven generators, mechanical and electrical auxiliaries, fuel systems, ash handling equipment, lubricating systems, and water recirculation and treatment systems.
• Monitor the automatic control functions of auxiliary equipment; manually operate breakers, circuits, valves, switches, and similar equipment.
• Determine operating status of equipment from previous shift personnel, log book entries, local inspection and observation of equipment, instrumentation, and controls.
• Review and edit station’s operating procedures and technical instructions.
• Operate ash and slag handling equipment.
• Be a member of the station’s fire brigade or act as station fire guide for outside fire departments.
• Perform all activities in accordance with applicable health, safety, and environmental standards.
• Utilize computer and other technology-based work management systems as may be required in performing work duties.
• Perform all activities in a high-quality manner to achieve best industry practice.
• Perform general cleaning and housekeeping duties.
• Troubleshoot plant malfunctions.
• Interact with station personnel, contractors, and others to perform equipment operator functions.
• Respond to overtime requests as needed.
• Handle special assignments.
• Perform related work as required.

Qualifications

• High School degree or equivalent education.
• Valid Driver’s License.
• One to seven years of experience operating and/or performing maintenance on equipment such as engines, generators, boilers, mechanical and electrical auxiliaries, fuel, or chemical and water systems.
• An Associate’s degree in an industrial-related field is strongly preferred.

Skills

• Knowledge of job safety requirements.
• Strong verbal and written communications skills.
• Interpersonal skills.
• A demonstrated ability to learn.

Benefits

NRG offers a competitive compensation package, including a base salary range of $35.69 - $54.37, commensurate with experience and skills. Additional benefits include medical, vision, dental, 401K, and flexible spending accounts. NRG is committed to a drug and alcohol-free workplace and offers periodic random drug testing.

Pay

The base salary range for this position is: $35.69 - $54.37.

Schedule

NRG operates on a standard Monday through Friday schedule.