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Operations Technician

Entergy, Jones Mills, Arkansas, United States

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Job Title Operations Technician

Location Arkansas - Jones Mill Arkansas: Jones Mill

Job Summary Responsible for the reliable and safe operation of utility power boilers and turbine/generator equipment including continuous monitoring and understanding of the equipment's normal operating parameters and limits. Uses a distributed computer system which consists of multiple software components that are on multiple computers but operated as a single system. Builds on a thorough understanding of power plant systems and operating practices and following startup/shutdown procedures as well as providing instructions to operating and maintenance personnel.

Job Duties / Responsibilities

Responsible for performing operating functions which includes continuous monitoring of equipment, operating valves, understanding power plant systems, starting and stopping of equipment, isolating and restoring equipment for maintenance following a Lock Out/Tag Out (LOTO) procedure, monitoring boiler water chemistry and making operational rounds in a safe and reliable manner.

Facilitates and coordinates shift safety meetings for all personnel on the same shift to promote and ensure a safe work environment which includes the use of human performance tools.

Mentors and/or provides training to develop other employees in the operations training progression plan while leading the effort to develop and review operating procedures and rounds.

Uses elementary principles of mechanical measuring devices, instruments, controls, and regulating devices as used in generating plants. Troubleshoots, identifies, and makes repairs to the plant equipment including performing preventative maintenance tasks.

Applies knowledge and experience with principles of operation and function of steam boilers, turbo generators, pumps, heaters, steam traps, piping systems, pressure and level regulators and their controls, and auxiliary systems.

Complies with all Fossil Safety Processes/Practices, Utility Group Safety Process, Environmental policies/practices, participates in the Monthly Safety Meeting, and is open to participation on the Safety Committee or the Awareness Team.

During unit outages, provides contractor management, quality control, cost management and schedule management.

Interfaces/communicates with internal and external organizations/customers (dispatchers, directors, contractors, etc.).

Minimum Requirements

High school diploma or GED or equivalent work experience.

Minimum Experience 5-7 years’ experience as a maintenance operator or equivalent process operator.

Preferred

Contractor coordination experience.

Project experience.

Leadership experience.

Minimum Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Knowledge of the principles of operation and function of steam boilers, turbo‑generators, pumps, heaters, steam traps, piping systems, pressure and level regulators and their controls, and auxiliary systems. Ability to read prints and schematics while troubleshooting and maintaining plant electrical and I&C related equipment. Ability to climb scaffolds, stairs and ladders. Must be team oriented and self‑motivated, possess the initiative to perform tasks independently, provide timely and concise feedback upon request, and possess a winning attitude to achieve departmental, plant and corporate goals. Should possess basic computer knowledge to obtain the required skills needed to use the Entergy fossil applications time and labor (Electronic Timesheet Application) and AIMM (Maintenance Management System).

Certificates / Licenses Successful completion of the EEI POSS/MASS test.

Working Conditions As a provider of essential services, Entergy expects its employees to be available to work additional hours, to work in alternate locations, and/or to perform additional duties in connection with storms, outages, emergencies, or other situations as deemed necessary by the company. Exempt employees may not be paid overtime associated with such duties.

Travel Up to 25%

Seniority Level Mid‑Senior level

Employment Type Full‑time

Job Function Management and Manufacturing

Industries Utilities

EEO Statement An Equal Opportunity Employer, Minority/Female/Disability/Vets. The Entergy System of Companies provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, amnesty, or status as a protected veteran in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws. The Entergy System of Companies complies with applicable state and local laws governing non‑discrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment including, but not limited to, recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training. The Entergy System of Companies expressly prohibits any form of unlawful employee harassment based on race, color, religion, sex, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, genetic information, disability, or veteran status. Improper interference with the ability of the Entergy System of Company employees to perform their expected job duties is absolutely not tolerated.

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