Power Plant Operator

Williamstown, PA - USA

Hourly Salary: $ 39 - 39

Posted on: 30+ days ago

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Job Description

Astute People Inc are partnering with Williams College to recruit a Power Plant Operator to work in the Energy Center on their prestigious campus. Williams College is recognized not only for its excellence as an institution but also for being a truly exceptional place to work. With a long-standing reputation for stability strong values and community the College is deeply committed to supporting its employees through excellent benefits professional development opportunities and a workplace culture built on respect safety and inclusion. People are drawn to Williams College for the career opportunities but they stay for the supportive environment and sense of belonging that comes with being part of a highly regarded employer.

At the heart of this community Williams College operates a modern and productive Combined Heat and Power Facility that plays a vital role in the Colleges commitment to sustainability and efficiency. The energy center is clean well-maintained and run by a team known for its professionalism low turnover and positive culture.

As the Power Plant Operator at Williams Colleges state-of-the-art Combined Heat & Power Facility youll be involved with the safe and efficient operation of the steam boilers fuel handling equipment boiler feed water air compressors and all related equipment.

If you have the right experience and are looking for a new opportunity then apply and join a place where youll be part of a forward-thinking organization where your contribution is valued and your career can thrive.

Responsibilities and duties of the Power Plant Operator role:
Reporting to the Heating Plant Supervisor you will be responsible for:

Operates and maintains steam boilers under the direction of the Shift Lead and Chief Engineer including boiler burners fuel handling systems and feed water equipment.
Responds to and takes corrective action on all system alarms as directed.
Ensures compliance with all Lock-out/Tag-out safety procedures in accordance with plant policies and under supervision of the Shift Lead or Plant Manager.
Performs minor maintenance and repairs on equipment as directed to support continuous operation.
Operates and maintains the emergency electric power generator under the supervision of the Shift Lead.
Transfers plant and boiler operations to emergency power during outages and restores normal operation when power returns.
Records all readings fuel levels and maintenance data for reporting.
Conducts daily water testing for boiler feed water and condensate treatment.
Monitors and logs pressure temperature makeup water condensate return and fuel consumption data.
Performs other related duties as assigned by Management.

Professional qualifications
We are looking for someone with the following:

Must hold a valid driver license.
Valid Massachusetts 2nd Class Firemans License or higher.
High school diploma or GED required.
It would be advantageous to have a Massachusetts Hoisting License classifications 1C and 3A

Personal skills
The Power Plant Operator position would suit someone who has:

At least two years experience in a Control Room of a Power Plant / Boiler house or similar Industrial setting.
Ability to lift 50 pounds.
Ability to navigate the heating plant using stairs and ladders.
Able to remain active for 12 hour periods

Salary and benefits of the Power Plant Operator role

Starting pay from $39 per hour
Overpay and differentials
401k
Paid Time Off
Full benefits available

Astute People Inc and Williams College are equal opportunity employers. We value diversity and inclusion and do not discriminate based on race color religion sex national origin age disability sexual orientation or any protected status.

Job Description Astute People Inc are partnering with Williams College to recruit a Power Plant Operator to work in the Energy Center on their prestigious campus. Williams College is recognized not only for its excellence as an institution but also for being a trul...

Job Description

Operates and maintains steam boilers under the direction of the Shift Lead and Chief Engineer including boiler burners fuel handling systems and feed water equipment.
Responds to and takes corrective action on all system alarms as directed.
Ensures compliance with all Lock-out/Tag-out safety procedures in accordance with plant policies and under supervision of the Shift Lead or Plant Manager.
Performs minor maintenance and repairs on equipment as directed to support continuous operation.
Operates and maintains the emergency electric power generator under the supervision of the Shift Lead.
Transfers plant and boiler operations to emergency power during outages and restores normal operation when power returns.
Records all readings fuel levels and maintenance data for reporting.
Conducts daily water testing for boiler feed water and condensate treatment.
Monitors and logs pressure temperature makeup water condensate return and fuel consumption data.
Performs other related duties as assigned by Management.

Professional qualifications
We are looking for someone with the following:

Must hold a valid driver license.
Valid Massachusetts 2nd Class Firemans License or higher.
High school diploma or GED required.
It would be advantageous to have a Massachusetts Hoisting License classifications 1C and 3A

Personal skills
The Power Plant Operator position would suit someone who has:

At least two years experience in a Control Room of a Power Plant / Boiler house or similar Industrial setting.
Ability to lift 50 pounds.
Ability to navigate the heating plant using stairs and ladders.
Able to remain active for 12 hour periods

Salary and benefits of the Power Plant Operator role