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GE Vernova Power Plant Operations Technician in Vancouver, Washington
Job Description Summary
About Us
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Role Summary/Purpose
GE is an equal opportunity employer, offering a great work environment, challenging career opportunities, professional training and competitive compensation.
The Outside Operator will operate gas and steam turbines and supporting mechanical equipment to provide electrical power from a Vancouver, WA power plant.
Job Description
Essential Responsibilities
Work with mechanical equipment which includes diesel engines, emergency generator, heat recovery steam generator, reverse osmosis and EDI water treatment systems, air compressors, motors, pumps, etc.
Perform routine inspections and tests to ensure plant is operating at optimal level
Monitor and maintain all required data logs/records outside of the control room
Maintain log of meter and gauge reading and record data such as water test results and quantity of fuel consumed
Assist in plant shutdown and startup procedures
Operate all plant equipment/systems within scope of responsibility
Assist/perform routine maintenance of basic plant equipment
Report any conflicts to the Shift Supervisor
Complete the routine inspections and assigned tasks to support the site Discharge Prevention Containment and Countermeasures Plan as well as handle all hazardous materials and wastes in a safe and environmentally friendly manner
Aggressively maintain a safe working environment to include good housekeeping practices of assigned work area and comply with all applicable environmental, health and safety policies
Respond to all alarms and malfunctions of plant operations and take necessary corrective measures per the instruction of the shift supervisor
Perform maintenance activities as directed
Perform Lock Out Tag Out duties in accordance with site procedures
Perform other duties as requested, as well as all reasonable requests from the shift supervisor and manager
ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS
High School Diploma/GED with a minimum of 2 years of Power Plant or Industrial Operating Experience (Or a minimum of an associate degree in Electrical, Mechanical, Marine, Instrumentation, Power Plant Operations with a minimum of one (1) year Power Plant experience)
Possess a valid driver's license
Ability and willingness to work rotating shifts
Ability and willingness to climb ladders and stairs as required
Ability and willingness to walk/stand for up to 12 hours as required
Ability and willingness to lift up to 50 pounds as required
Ability to pass a drug test
Ability to pass a background check
Ability and willingness to complete a physical and other evaluations for hearing and respirator use upon hire and annually thereafter
Desired Characteristics
Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical, Mechanical, Marine, Instrumentation, Power Plant Operations from an accredited college or university
Minimum of 4 years of Combined Cycle Power Plant Operating Experience
Ability to incorporate teamwork into daily operating and safety work tasks
Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions
Ability to interpret an extensive variety of technical instructions furnished in mathematical or diagram form and deal with several variables
Comply with all applicable environmental, health and safety policies
Ability to accept feedback and deal calmly and effectively under high-stress situations
Ability to adjust to daily work scope changes as required to operate the facility
Strong mathematical knowledge to calculate proportions, percentages, area, circumference and volume
Strong verbal and written communications skills and the ability to communicate effectively with individuals at all levels of the organization
Working knowledge and experience with Microsoft Office applications
About Us
For U.S. based candidates only, for purposes of complying with U.S. pay transparency requirements, the base pay range for this position is $35-$38 USD hourly plus overtime.
The specific pay offered may be influenced by a variety of factors, including the candidate’s experience, education, and skill set.
*The Company pays a geographic differential of 110%, 120% or 130% of salary in certain areas.
This position will stay open on the career website until at least February 4, 2025.
Benefits Available to You:
GE employees rise to the challenge of building a world that works. In order to meet this mission, we provide varied, competitive benefits to help support our workforce: https://jobs.gecareers.com/global/en/ge-career-benefits
Our compensation & benefits are designed to help you manage your personal and family needs, while rewarding high performers. We offer a robust benefits package depending on your employment status and your national requirements.
A healthy, balanced lifestyle can mean different things to different people. We've created programs that support the way you live and work today.
GE invests to provide opportunities to grow your career by providing a path for continued on-the-job learning and development .
Healthcare benefit s include medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug coverage; access to a Health Coach, a 24/7 nurse-based resource; and access to the Employee Assistance Program, providing 24/7 confidential assessment, counseling, and referral services.
Retirement benefits include the GE Retirement Savings Plan, a tax-advantaged 401(k) savings opportunity with company matching contributions and company retirement contributions, as well as access to Fidelity resources and planning consultants.
Other benefits include tuition assistance, adoption assistance, paid parental leave, disability insurance, life insurance, and paid time-off for vacation or illness.
General Electric Company, Ropcor, Inc., their successors, and in some cases their affiliates, each sponsor certain employee benefit plans or programs (i.e., is a “Sponsor”). Each Sponsor reserves the right to terminate, amend, suspend, replace, or modify its benefit plans and programs at any time and for any reason, in its sole discretion. No individual has a vested right to any benefit under a Sponsor’s welfare benefit plan or program. This document does not create a contract of employment with any individual.
GE Vernova offers a great work environment, professional development, challenging careers, and competitive compensation. GE Vernova is an Equal Opportunity Employer (https://www.eeoc.gov/sites/default/files/2022-10/22-088_EEOC_KnowYourRights_10_20.pdf) . Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national or ethnic origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by law.
GE Vernova will only employ those who are legally authorized to work in the United States for this opening. Any offer of employment is conditioned upon the successful completion of a drug screen (as applicable).
Relocation Assistance Provided: Yes
GE Vernova is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national or ethnic origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by law.
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