Power Block Operator

Calpine Corporation is Americas largest generator of electricity from natural gas and geothermal resources with operations in competitive power markets. Its fleet of 77 power plants in operation represents over 27000 megawatts of generation capacity. Through wholesale power operations and its retail businesses Calpine serves customers in 22 states and Canada. Its clean efficient modern and flexible fleet uses advanced technologies to generate power in a low-carbon and environmentally responsible manner.

The company was established on the premise that a strong commitment to the environment is inextricably linked to excellence in power generation and corporate responsibility. Since its founding in 1984 Calpine has led the power industry in its unwavering commitment to environmental addition its renewable geothermal plants use steam generated deep below the earths surface to produce clean renewable electricity.

Job Summary (includes but is not limited to the following other duties may be assigned)

The Power Blocker Operator (PBO) assists in the safe and efficient operation of the power plant and the supporting equipment and systems. The PBO carries out all routine water / gas chemistry analysis inspects and monitors operating components and reports plant status. Assist in start-up shut down and normal operations of power plant systems. Operate major auxiliary apparatus such as : air compressors; circulating water systems; boiler feed water treatment system; waste water systems; generator cooling systems; boiler feed water and condensate system; and locally controlled electrical and mechanical equipment.

Job Responsibilities

• Perform operating tests and inspections and make minor repairs and adjustments to equipment assigned to achieve proper operating conditions.
• Take direction from the Control Room Operator at isolated panels for clearing equipment or making it ready for service in accordance with operating instructions and procedures; clear tag test and safety tape these operations.
• Perform routine water chemistry analysis and operate continuous Emissions Monitoring equipment.
• Maintain logs as assigned.
• Report any abnormal or irregular conditions to the CRO that develop during the progress of the work and take corrective measures as directed by the CRO and within the scope of operating instructions.
• Assist maintenance personnel during maintenance periods.
• Complete other tasks as required by the Control Room Operator or Plant Management.
• The PBO operates from established and well-known procedures under minimum supervision performing duties independently with only general direction given. The PBO encounters recurring work situations of moderate complexity with occasional variations from the norm. Decisions are made within prescribed operating and casualty procedures and guidelines.
• The PBO must perform work in a safe manager resulting in no accidents in compliance with all environmental permits at all times. The PBO must effectively communicate information to supervision and fellow plant personnel relative to the condition of the plant equipment and performance and provide suggestion for plant improvements. The PBO must perform duties in such a way to result in an optimum cost-benefit ratio.
• All employee has the responsibility to both the customer and their co-workers to do the job right the first time and to ensure the customers needs are being met.
• The PBO reports to the Operator Manager. Receives work direction from the CRO.

Job Requirements

If an employee fails to become fully qualified for the position they were for or the next higher position the employee is subject to counseling and progressive discipline up to and including termination.

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Key Skills

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Employment Type : Full-Time

Experience : years

Vacancy : 1