Overnight Refinery Plant Operator Jobs (NOW HIRING)

• Job Title: Plant Operator II (or) Plant Operator I
• Grade: Technical 41 (or) Technical 38
• Job Code: 127954 (or) 127953

** This job is being posted across two skill levels (Level I) and (Level II). Applicants will only be considered for the higher of the two levels in which they qualify. **
Responsible to control and maintain auxiliary equipment, such as pumps, fans, compressors, condensers, feedwater heaters, filters, and chlorinators, that supply water, fuel, lubricants, air, and auxiliary power for turbines, generators, boilers, and other power-generating plant facilities.May be responsible for monitoring and operating controls in the centralized control room of the power plant to control the loading and operation of generating units and associated equipment under supervision.

• Performs responsibilities with standardized processes. Works under general supervision. Resolves routine questions and problems using basic principles of field. Refers the more complex issues to higher levels. Generally follows established procedures to accomplish requirements of job. Some latitude for deviation.

• Assists in the training and mentoring of less experienced team members.
• Participate in control operations training to perform the duties of a Senior Plant Operator (control room).
• Monitors, operates and checks Auxiliary equipment.
• Identifies abnormal Auxiliary equipment operations.
• Takes corrective action and/or initiates requests for equipment repair.
• Monitors, analyzes and performs boiler and cooling water chemistry tests.
• Keeps logs, records data and verbally communicates plant conditions.
• Utilizes SAP/PM system for equipment history and verification of work performed.
• Executes clearance procedures.
• Follows all safety and environmental rules and regulations.
• Repairs, inspects and maintains boiler and boiler auxiliaries, turbine/generator auxiliaries, also fuel supply equipment and auxiliaries, if applicable.
• Performs general craft tasks, operates various industrial equipment, and uses power hand tools.
• Reads and interprets drawings and prints.
• Works with other craft and plant personnel as required.
• Continually seeks process improvement to save cost and increase efficiency.
• Relieves Senior Plant Operator (control room), as needed, with supervision.
• Performs LOTO (Lock out tag out) management using SAP Work Clearance Management (WCM) system.
• All other duties as assigned.

LEVEL I

• Associate's Degree in a technical discipline; Or
• High School Diploma/GED And 1 year experience in a technical field; Or
• A certificate of completion from a vocational trade institution in a technical field; Or
• Prior military service for at least one enlistment as documented on DD Form 214.

LEVEL II

• Associate's Degree in a technical discipline, And 1 year experience in a technical field; Or
• High School Diploma/GED And 3 years experience in a technical field; Or
• Prior military service for at least one enlistment as documented on DD Form 214, And 2 years experience in a technical field; Or
• High School Diploma/GED And 1 Direct Plant experience at the same power plant and successful completion of Board Review.
• A certificate of completion from a vocational trade institution in a technical field is equivalent to 1 year of technical experience.
• Experience must include 1 year experience in a power plant or other process controlled environment including oil/gas/chemical refining and/or processing or manufacturing.

• Required to carry pager and/or cell phone while on call and responding to call outs, potentially including weekends and holidays.
• May be required to work beyond normal 40-hour workweek.
• Subject to operating personal computer for extended periods.
• Requires occasional travel primarily via automobile (some overnight) to remote locations throughout the system to monitor operations equipment and activities.
• Must be able to move about on foot and follow safety, emergency response procedures and regulations.
• Must possess Operator Qualification modules within a specified time determined by organization upon job entry.
• Must complete required Process Safety Management Training within a specified time determined by organization upon job entry.

General Requirements
• Occasionally:Sitting
• Occasionally:Climbing
• Occasionally:Kneeling
• Occasionally:Crouching
• Occasionally:Crawling
• Occasionally:Repetitive Motions
• Frequently:Standing
• Frequently:Walking
• Frequently:Pushing
• Frequently:Pulling
• Frequently:Stooping
• Frequently:Reaching
• Frequently:Grasping
• Frequently:Eye/Hand/Foot Coordination
Lifting & Other Weight Requirements
• Frequently:Lifting up to 50 lbs
• Frequently:Carrying up to 50 lbs

• Member is required to drive in order to perform their job duties. (Member is assigned a company vehicle and/or member must drive a company and/or personal vehicle to complete company business at least 50% of time.)
• The handling, packaging, processing, storage, disposal or transport of hazardous materials;
• The operation of equipment, machinery or power tools;
• Repairing, maintaining or monitoring the performance or operation of any equipment, machinery or manufacturing process, the malfunction or disruption of which could result in injury or property damage;
• Performing firefighting duties – Fire fighter duties does not include responding to incipient stage/coal fires;
• The extraction, compression, processing, manufacturing, handling, packaging, storage, disposal, treatment or transport of potentially volatile, flammable, combustible materials, elements, chemicals or any other highly regulated component;
• The operation, maintenance or oversight of critical services and infrastructure including but not limited to, electric utilities, power generation or distribution;

• Demonstrated knowledge of Lock out tag out (LOTO) and proficiency in all plant systems.
• Demonstrated strong ability to comply with safety policies and seen as a leader in IIF (Incident and Injury Free).
• Demonstrated knowledge of Auxiliary plant, equipment, systems, and processes.
• Demonstrated ability to acquire full understanding of plant operation via the Turbine Control HMI and/or Plant DCS.
• Proficiently use SAP/PM including notifications and work order management.
• Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively in speech and writing.
• Demonstrated ability to interact effectively and professionally with team members, leaders, and customers.
• Demonstrated ability to troubleshoot and resolve plant problems effectively.
• Demonstrated ability to understand and comply with company policies and operating procedures.
• Demonstrated ability to understand plant systems/processes.
• Demonstrated ability to use common purpose hand tools and other materials of various craft trades.
• Demonstrated ability to work with minimal supervision, following approved work methods and standard testing practices.
• Computer skills with knowledge of MS Office Suite applications.
• Demonstrated ability to adjust and adapt across varied working conditions and evolving business needs.
• Knowledge and understanding of safety requirements and the use of personal protective equipment.
• Knowledge of basic math.
• Demonstrated mechanical aptitude and familiarity working with mechanical equipment (e.g., pumps, electric motors, air compressors, valves, welding, fabrication, construction, pipefitting, etc.).
• Demonstrated commitment to an IIF (Incident and Injury Free) culture.
• Demonstrated proficiency in LOTO (Lock out tag out) procedures per guidelines.
• Demonstrated capability to act as Senior Plant Operator (control room) under supervision or recognized as an official SME in multiple plant systems. management
• Demonstrated strong knowledge and understanding of safety requirements and the use of personal protective equipment.

• Required Certifications/Licensures:(Valid Driver’s License)

• Pre-Employment Drug Screen
• Pre-Employment Physical
• Audiogram Baseline
• Exams position specific - Consult Health & Safety
• Job Specific Physical Assessment
• This position is classified as a Safety-Sensitive Job under state law. Individuals in this position are subject to the terms and conditions set forth in OGE Energy Corp.’s Drug Testing Plan.

Level I:  $56,971 - $71,157
Level II:  $75,046 - $93,746