Job Information
Nebraska Public Power District Plant Operator in Beatrice, Nebraska
Plant Operator
Beatrice, NE, US, 68310-0546
Nebraska Public Power District (NPPD) has an immediate opening for a Plant Operator located at Beatrice Power Station in Beatrice , Nebraska. Position closes December 16, 2024, at 11:59 p.m. Central Time.
This position will report to the Beatrice Operations & Maintenance Manager.
Position Summary
The Plant Operator will operate the Combined Cycle Plant in a safe, environmentally responsible, and efficient manner in accordance with all instructions and procedures. The plant operator will also assist in preventive, predictive, and corrective maintenance completion.
Education, Training and Experience
Incumbent must be recommended based on the Power Plant Operator Selection System (POSS) results.
Associates degree in a related technical field OR high school/GED and four years of experience as described below:
-Prior experience in the power industry is required.
-Prior experience with combustion turbines is desirable.
-Prior experience with combined cycle plants is desirable.
-Prior experience in the mechanical or electrical field is desirable.
-Prior experience with computerized maintenance management systems is desirable.
Licenses and/or Certifications
Maintain NPPD Switchman Certification. Certification must be obtained within 12 months of assuming operator position.
Essential Duties & Responsibilities
Safe, efficient operation of the combined cycle plant. Includes safe and efficient operation of combustion turbine, steam turbine/generator, HRSG, and associated system controls.
The plant operator will be responsible for operating and maintaining:
· Combustion turbines
· Steam Turbines
· Heat Recovery Steam Generators
· Cooling tower and circulating water systems
· Continuous emissions monitoring systems
· Distributed Control Systems
· Other Balance of Plant Systems
Maintain plant emissions and chemistry within allowed limits and established parameters.
Train other personnel in plant operations.
Create, maintain, review, and provide input concerning plant safety, maintenance, and operating procedures. Direct the work activities of others as required, to operate and maintain the plant.
Perform switching operations in the Beatrice Power Station switchyard as directed and maintain certification as required. Perform maintenance on all systems. The Operator will be expected to perform preventive, predictive, and corrective maintenance.
Accountable for other duties as assigned.
Core Competencies
Customer Focus
Employees & Teamwork/Diversity & Inclusion
Integrity/Excellence
Public Service/Environmental Stewardship
Safety
Salary Information - Nebraska Public Power District offers a competitive starting salary with opportunities for growth. In addition to the base salary range listed below, NPPD employees may also be eligible for our Annual Incentive Program (AIP) that may supplement total compensation at a level above and beyond the stated salary range. Successful applicants will be provided more information regarding the incentive program at the time of an interview.
Pay Grade - 13
Typical Pay Grade Starting Salary Range: $39.50 - $49.38
Travel Required: Up to 25% (With no or minimal overnight stays, less than 3 per month, typically within state of Nebraska) Travel required may fluctuate by business need. This is an estimate and will be discussed further with candidates that receive an interview.
Nebraska Public Power District offers a competitive starting salary and an excellent benefits package including medical and dental insurance, 401K retirement plan, paid holidays, paid vacation, paid medical, training opportunities and more.
If you are an individual with a disability and would like to request a reasonable accommodation as part of the employment selection process, please contact Human Resources at Nebraska Public Power District.
Nebraska Public Power District is an Equal Opportunity Employer
We are an Equal Opportunity Employer who values the contributions of its diverse work force. We are only legally able to hire persons who are 1) a United States citizen or national, 2) a lawful permanent resident of the United States, or 3) an alien legally authorized to work in the United States.
Benefits
Customers around the state know what to expect from NPPD — quality, reliability and performance excellence. Our values also extend to the way we take care of our employees and their families. We remain on the leading edge by providing competitive benefits that respond to the diverse lifestyles of our people in an ever-changing world.
Salary
Nebraska Public Power District offers a competitive starting salary with opportunities for growth. In addition to the base salary listed in posting, NPPD employees may also be eligible for our Annual Incentive Program (AIP) that may supplement total compensation at a level above and beyond the stated salary range.
Retirement Savings
NPPD employees may participate in two retirement plan options – a 401(k) plan and a 457(b) plan. Both plans allow for pre-tax or Roth contributions. After the first six months of employment, the 401(k) plan includes a generous matching contribution from NPPD. The five-year vesting period begins on an employee’s hire date. Our retired employees are eligible for retiree healthcare benefits as well as a life benefit paid out to designated beneficiaries upon their passing.
Health & Wellness
At NPPD, we care about the health and wellness of our employees. We offer new teammates two competitive hospital / medical plan options to fit their lifestyle and family needs. We also make an annual contribution to employee Health Savings Accounts, which can be used to offset out-of-pocket expenses. Employees and their spouse are invited to participate in a variety of wellness initiatives offered throughout the year as a way to enhance their wellness, reduce health risks and promote healthy lifestyles.
Other Benefits
Employees earn vacation on a schedule commensurate with their years of service. We also offer paid holidays as well as personal and family medical leave, including birth mother recovery leave and parental child bonding leave. All full-time employees receive a life insurance policy equivalent to two times the participant's annual salary at no cost to the employee. NPPD also offers dental and vision insurance as well as personal accident, accidental death and dismemberment, critical illness, hospital indemnity, long-term care, pre-paid legal/identity theft, and short-and long-term disability insurance plans. Additional benefits include college tuition reimbursement, relocation assistance and complimentary access to an Employee Assistance Program.