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Vistra Plant Technician in Minooka, Illinois
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Job Summary
Responsible for the hands-on operation of a 4-unit 1200 MW combined cycle power generation facility utilizing GE 7FA combustion turbines and A10 steam turbine (control systems to include Foxboro and GE Mark VIe). Responsible for the operation of a 2-unit 300 MW simple cycle power generation facility utilizing Siemens V84.3A.2 simple cycle gas turbines with TXP control systems.
Job Description
Operate and maintain the facility in the control room or field, optimizing Plant performance through established procedures.
Work a 12-hour rotating shift.
Assist in all evolution's throughout the plant.
Operate equipment and perform repairs as needed, maintaining plant equipment at the highest possible standard maximizing availability, reliability and efficiency.
Demonstrate procedural compliance in all plant operation activities by operating plant equipment through established valve line-ups and system/component operating procedures.
Ensures strict adherence to safety, health and environmental procedures as they relate to plant operations and maintenance including but not limited to Lockout Tagout, Job Safety Analysis, Confined Space, Hot Work, Electrical Safety and PPE
Monitor water chemistry parameters in support of make-up water production, cooling water circulation and ASME guidelines for maintaining boiler and feed water within specification.
Master a shift turnover process to ensure a seamless transfer of information to the oncoming shift.
Actively participate in the behavior-based safety program and ensure every team member complies with all safety procedures and applicable task-oriented job safety analyses.
Basic user PC skills for information processing and management
General knowledge of safety and environmental regulation
Ability to operate a forklift and man-lifts as needed
Must successfully complete/pass POSS/MASS testing
Physical Requirements:
Ability to hear and understand audible alarms, detect changes in noise levels of equipment, accurately read and interpret instruments and gauges.
Ability to respond to plant emergencies
Ability to perform demanding work at heights under adverse conditions and when participating in emergency activities
Ability to climb stairs, ladders, and enter confined spaces as required to complete assigned task
Ability to lift 50 lbs.
Ability to pass a respirator physical and fit test
Education, Experience, and Skill Requirements:
• 2 years related experience preferred
• Satisfactory completion of Tier 2 within primary skill for position job performance measure
• Minimum of High School diploma or equivalent
• Demonstrate computer-based skills
• Demonstrate effective oral & verbal communications skills
• Independent knowledge of troubleshooting
This position can be filled at a level I, II, III or IV depending on experience level
Job Family
Plant Operations
Company
Luminant Power LLC
Locations
Minooka, Illinois
Illinois
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Vistra (NYSE: VST) is a leading Fortune 500 integrated retail electricity and power generation company based in Irving, Texas, that provides essential power resources to customers, businesses, and communities from California to Maine.
Vistra is the largest competitive power generator in the U.S., with a capacity of approximately 41,000 megawatts, or enough to power 20 million homes, operating in all of the major competitive wholesale markets in the country. Vistra is a leader in the energy transformation and expansion with an unyielding focus on reliability, affordability, and sustainability, powered by a diverse portfolio that includes natural gas, nuclear, coal, solar, and battery energy storage facilities. The company continues to grow its zero-carbon resources, operating the second-largest fleet of competitive nuclear power plants in the country, substantial battery energy storage capacity, and a growing number of solar facilities.
Vistra is one of the largest competitive electricity providers in the country and takes an innovative, customer-centric approach to retail, offering solutions to meet customers’ needs, including more than 50 renewable energy plans. Through its family of retail brands, Vistra serves approximately 5 million residential, commercial, and industrial retail customers.
As a leader in the responsible transformation of the country’s energy supply, Vistra has made significant progress towards its 2030 and 2050 targets. The company has committed to a 60% reduction of Scope 1 and 2 greenhouse gas emissions by 2030, as compared to our 2010 baseline, and net-zero carbon emissions by 2050, assuming necessary technological advancements and public policy incentives are achieved. Learn more about our environmental, social, and governance efforts and read the company’s sustainability report at https://vistracorp.com/sustainability/ .
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It is the policy of the Company to comply with all employment laws and to afford equal employment opportunity to individuals in all aspects of employment, including in selection for job opportunities, without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, pregnancy, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, military service, protected veteran status, or any other consideration protected by federal, state or local laws.
If you are an individual with a disability and need assistance submitting an application or would like to request an accommodation, please email us at assistance@vistraenergy.com to make a request.
