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County of Orange

Plant Operating Engineer

Santa Ana, CA · On-site

$106K - $121K/yr

CAREER DESCRIPTION PLANT OPERATING ENGINEER Salary may be negotiable within the range listed above ... Incumbents specialize in the operation, service, and maintenance of a cogeneration system in a ...

Orange County, CA

Plant Operating Engineer

Santa Ana, CA · On-site

$106K - $121K/yr

The Plant Operating Engineer works independently and with the facility team to follow appropriate ... Incumbents specialize in the operation, service, and maintenance of a cogeneration system in a ...

NAES

Plant Engineer

Selkirk, NY · On-site

The Selkirk Cogeneration Station is a 446 MW natural gas-fired facility in Selkirk, New York ... Owned by Gate City Capital and operated by NAES Corporation, the plant provides reliable combined ...

NAES Corporation

Plant Engineer

Selkirk, NY · On-site

The Selkirk Cogeneration Station is a 446 MW natural gas-fired facility in Selkirk, New York ... Owned by Gate City Capital and operated by NAES Corporation, the plant provides reliable combined ...

NAES Corporation

Plant Engineer

Selkirk, NY · On-site

$145K - $157K/hr

The Selkirk Cogeneration Station is a 446 MW natural gas-fired facility in Selkirk, New York ... Owned by Gate City Capital and operated by NAES Corporation, the plant provides reliable combined ...

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How much do cogeneration plant operator jobs pay per hour?

As of Sep 5, 2026, the average hourly pay for cogeneration plant operator in the United States is $44.71, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $30.05 and $58.65 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a cogeneration plant operator?

A Cogeneration Plant Operator is responsible for operating, monitoring, and maintaining equipment in a cogeneration (or combined heat and power) plant. These facilities generate both electricity and useful heat from a single fuel source, improving efficiency. Operators ensure proper functioning of turbines, boilers, and generators, conduct routine inspections, and troubleshoot issues. They also monitor system performance, adjust controls, and follow safety protocols to maintain optimal plant efficiency and reliability.

What does a cogeneration plant operator do?

As a Cogeneration Plant Operator, your daily responsibilities include monitoring, operating, and maintaining equipment such as turbines, generators, and boilers to ensure optimal energy production. You'll regularly perform equipment inspections, record operational data, respond to alarms or performance deviations, and follow strict safety protocols. Operators also coordinate with maintenance teams to address technical issues and may assist with minor repairs or troubleshooting. This hands-on role requires vigilance and teamwork to maintain continuous and safe plant operations.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a cogeneration plant operator?

To thrive as a Cogeneration Plant Operator, you need strong mechanical aptitude, troubleshooting skills, and a solid understanding of thermodynamics and electrical systems, often supported by an associate degree or technical certification. Familiarity with distributed control systems (DCS), computerized maintenance management systems (CMMS), and relevant safety certifications such as OSHA are typically required. Attention to detail, effective communication, and problem-solving abilities are valuable soft skills in this role. These competencies are crucial for ensuring safe, efficient, and continuous plant operation while minimizing downtime and maintaining regulatory compliance.

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Infographic showing various Cogeneration Plant Operator job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 38% Full Time, 60% Part Time, 1% Contract, and 1% Nights. Highlights an 99% Physical, and 1% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $93,004 per year, or $44.7 per hour.

Oil Car Operator - Borger Plant

tokaicarboncb

Borger, TX • On-site

$16.75 - $22/hr

Full-time

Posted 14 days ago

Job description

The role of Oil Car Operator is integral in the carbon black manufacturing process. This role follows standard procedures to efficiently operate equipment to unload oil timely, effectively and with heightened caution to potential environmental impacts. Oil Car Operators may spend time observing work processes of other Operators for training and knowledge expansion purposes. This role works with other Operators in the manufacturing process to ensure various grades of carbon black are made as well as the proper amounts of energy through the cogeneration process are created for resale to the power grid.

Essential Functions

  • Follow established oil car unloading procedures including but not limited to:
    • Accurate and efficient operation oil car unloading equipment
    • Ensure proper positioning and security of each rail car at the loading rack
    • Validate the product contained is appropriate for transfer into specified containers
    • Visually inspect each rail car to ensure its mechanical stability and lacks defects prior to transfer
    • Connect loading arms/hoses and transfers accordingly using gauges and/or strapping tables and disconnect at the appropriate time
    • Inspect equipment for leaks and complete required paperwork prior to releasing the rail car
    • Ability to effectively hook up oil cars and unhook them
    • Understand how to safely make repairs to oil leaks
    • Effectively close up oil car for proper shipping
    • Be able to locate all lock boxes and effectively lock out tracks
    • Safely and effectively hook up, and unhook, steam and condensate lines for heating up oil
  • Ensure and maintain work area cleanliness and optimal safety conditions
    • Remedy any spills or messes around the work area promptly
    • Follow and encourage safety conscious behavior as it relates to the handling of Carbon Black Oil (CBO)
    • Abide by and practice regularly safety conscious behavior in a railroad/rail car/large transport vehicle environment
    • Wear all protective clothing and equipment, including respirator and fresh air equipment that may be required to transfer the product in a manner that ensures maximum personal safety
  • Maintain fundamental understanding and impacts of the role relative to environmental requirements, precautions and prevention tactics and methods
  • Communicates with supervisor regarding any problems, issues or concerns as they occur
  • Additional duties as assigned by supervisor

Required Education and Experience

  • High School Diploma or GED Equivalent
  • Must have an impeccable attention to detail
  • Effective observation and verbal communication skills in order to effectively ensure the reception of messages clearly
  • Must observe, follow and practice safety conscious behavior at all times
  • Must meet all qualifications of the Oil Car Operator including the completion of all required training

Preferred Education and Experience

  • 1-2 years in manufacturing operations experience
  • 1-2 years experience as an oil car operator, Operator or Plant Operator

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