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... assess Vistra operations and the broader electricity and power generation environment. - Technology and Process Acumen: holistic comprehension of end-to-end processes and associated enabling ...

... assess Vistra operations and the broader electricity and power generation environment. - Technology and Process Acumen: holistic comprehension of end-to-end processes and associated enabling ...

Senior Accountant II

Irving, TX · On-site

$71K - $89K/yr

... assess Vistra operations and the broader electricity and power generation environment. - Technology and Process Acumen: holistic comprehension of end-to-end processes and associated enabling ...

Senior Accountant II

Irving, TX · Hybrid

$71K - $89K/yr

... assess Vistra operations and the broader electricity and power generation environment. - Technology and Process Acumen: holistic comprehension of end-to-end processes and associated enabling ...

Senior Accountant I

Irving, TX · Hybrid

$71K - $89K/yr

Business Acumen and Industry Insights: navigate and assess Vistra operations and the broader electricity and power generation environment. * Technology and Process Acumen: holistic comprehension of ...

Senior Accountant I

Irving, TX · On-site

$71K - $89K/yr

Business Acumen and Industry Insights: navigate and assess Vistra operations and the broader electricity and power generation environment. * Technology and Process Acumen: holistic comprehension of ...

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Do workers at Vistra get paid breaks?

Yes. Most people get paid breaks.
90% of people say they get paid breaks.
Based on data from 20 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between January 2025 and May 2026.

Does Vistra pay people when they’re sick?

Yes. Most people get paid when they’re sick.
79% of people say they would get paid if they were sick but scheduled to work.
Based on data from 24 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between January 2025 and May 2026.

At Vistra, are sick days and vacation days separate paid time off?

Sick days and vacation days are used from the same paid time off.
69% of people say they have to use vacation days when they’re out sick.
Based on data from 16 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between May 2025 and May 2026.

Is the health insurance from Vistra affordable enough for their workers?

Most people say the health insurance costs are okay.
100% of people say the health insurance costs are okay
Based on data from 20 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between March 2025 and May 2026.

Do people get paid time off at Vistra?

Most people get paid time off work.
94% of people say they get paid time off.
Based on data from 17 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between May 2025 and May 2026.

Do workers at Vistra worry about hours?

Most people don’t worry about getting enough hours.
95% of people report they don’t worry about getting enough hours.
Based on data from 19 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between January 2025 and January 2026.

Do Vistra workers get to choose the shifts they work?

Most people get to choose which shifts they work.
78% report that they have enough control over which shifts they work.
Based on data from 18 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between January 2025 and January 2026.

How easy is it for Vistra workers to change shifts?

Some people find it hard to change shifts.
42% of people report that it’s hard to change shifts if they need to.
Based on data from 12 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between January 2025 and January 2026.

How easy is it to get time off at Vistra?

Most people find it easy to get time off.
96% of people report it’s easy to get time off.
Based on data from 25 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between January 2025 and May 2026.

Do Vistra managers change schedules at the last minute?

Most managers don’t change people’s schedules at the last minute.
85% of people say their manager doesn’t change their shift schedule at the last minute.
Based on data from 20 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between January 2025 and January 2026.

Do jobs at Vistra spill into time workers aren’t paid for?

Rarely. The job doesn't usually spill into unpaid time.
0% of people report that their job takes up time that they don’t get paid for.
Based on data from 20 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between January 2025 and January 2026.

How easy is it to take sick days at Vistra?

Most people find it easy to take sick days.
88% of people report that it’s easy to take time off if they are sick.
Based on data from 25 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between January 2025 and May 2026.

Is working at Vistra good if you’re a parent or caregiver?

Only some parents and caregivers say this is a good place to work.
36% of people who care for a child or other relative report this isn’t a good place to work.
Based on data from 14 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between January 2025 and May 2026.

Do people at Vistra feel treated with respect by their managers?

Most people feel treated with respect by their managers.
88% of people say they’re treated with respect by their managers.
Based on data from 25 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between January 2025 and May 2026.

Do people at Vistra get to take their breaks without interruption?

Most people get breaks without interruption.
75% of people report that they get to take their breaks without interruption.
Based on data from 24 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between January 2025 and May 2026.

Is it stressful to work at Vistra?

Some people feel stressed out here.
38% of people say they often feel stressed out at work.
Based on data from 26 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between January 2025 and May 2026.

Do people at Vistra enjoy their jobs?

Most people enjoy their job.
91% of people report they enjoy their job.
Based on data from 22 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between January 2025 and May 2026.

Do people at Vistra recommend working with their team?

Most people recommend working with their team.
81% of people report that they would recommend working with their immediate team to a friend.
Based on data from 26 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between January 2025 and May 2026.

Do people get enough training when they start at Vistra?

Most people got enough training when they started.
83% of people report they got enough training when they started working here.
Based on data from 23 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between January 2025 and May 2026.

Do people get support to advance at Vistra?

Most people are given support to advance their career here.
In the last year, 79% of people report being given support to advance their career here.
Based on data from 24 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between January 2025 and May 2026.

Do people think Vistra’s headquarters understands what’s happening where they work?

Some people think headquarters doesn’t understand what’s happening where they work.
64% of people think that this employer’s headquarters or owners don’t have a good understanding of what’s really happening where they work.
Based on data from 22 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between January 2025 and May 2026.

Do workers feel well informed about how Vistra is doing?

Most people feel well informed about how the company is doing.
84% of people feel that they are kept well informed about how the company is doing as a whole.
Based on data from 25 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between January 2025 and May 2026.
Infographic showing various Operations job openings at Vistra in the United States as of June 2026, with employment types broken down into 100% Full Time. Highlights an 89% Physical, and 11% Hybrid job distribution.

New Construction - Commissioning Specialist

Vistra Energy

Irving, TX • On-site

Full-time

Posted 26 days ago


Vistra rating

9.2

Company rating: 9.2 out of 10

Based on 26 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz


Job description

If you have what it takes to become part of the Vistra family and would like to start a promising career with a global leader, take a look at the exciting employment opportunities that are currently available and apply online.

Job Summary

The Commissioning Specialist is responsible for the commissioning of new construction projects to ensure projects are turned over to operations for future safe and reliable operations. The Commissioning Specialist is responsible for verifying the project controls system fully functions and operates in alignment with engineering designs and equipment specifications. The control system operation shall align with Vistra fleet standards and Fleet SME guidance. The Commissioning Specialist shall coordinate with EPC Contractors, Controls suppliers, and owners engineers to ensure all necessary testing and commissioning is completed for turnover to Vistra Operations. Travel for the project will be necessary and may require extended travel to meet project needs.
Please note, location will vary based on project assignment.

Job Description

Key Accountabilities

This position works with guidance from the Commissioning Manager to provide owners oversight of projects. The Commissioning Engineer/Specialist will be onsite to monitor field commissioning activities performed by the contractor as well as lead commissioning activities for Owner supplied equipment. The Commissioning Engineer will perform hands on work including setting and validating equipment parameters, troubleshooting, and trending equipment. They will also be expected to prepare and present routine reports. The position will require effective working relationships with both Vistra employees as well as external to Vistra.

Develop engineering / control system design and equipment specifications for each project in accordance with Vistra standard specifications and Fleet SME guidance

Establish commissioning and testing procedures that can be standardized across all projects and modified as needed for specific projects.

Coordinate delivery and installation of system controls equipment

Provide on-site technical expertise and coordination with Fleet SME resources

Construct, implement and document commissioning and testing processes and procedures

Coordinate with key stakeholders (controls vendors, Vistra IT, Vistra Cybersecurity, Vistra Operations, and Vistra Commercial teams)

Support projects post commissioning/operation as required to ensure successful turnover

Ensure contract deliverables are interpreted and executed on-time, on-budget and within safety and performance requirements

Develop and support documentation turnover from essential contractors during commissioning

Education, Experience, & Skill Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Engineering (Mechanical, Electrical, Civil, Chemical, Industrial, Nuclear) with 2 yrs. related job experience OR High School diploma and 6 yrs. related job experience
Be able to use various tools such as multi-meter
Proficient computer skills in standard Windows programs (Excel, Word, etc.)
Able to communicate issues effectively through written and verbal communication

Required experience in Power Plant Control Systems

Ability to look critically at a problem set, identify unique solutions and influence change

Strong interpersonal and communication skills - to be applied across the organization and externally, including the ability to confidently and effectively explain engineering requirements, including to non-technical audiences.

Occasional long, irregular hours. May often require the employee to work in excess of 12 hours per day and in excess of seven (7) consecutive days. This position requires frequent travel and/or long-term assignments away from home.

Key Metrics

Team - work and collaboration skills within the team/department
Maintain effective working relationships within the team/department, both internal and external
Problem solving techniques to address issues

o Successful delivery of new construction projects to Operations within established financial and production related performance targets

Pay grade and salary will be determined by education and experience.

Job Family

Plant Operations

Company

Vistra Corporate Services Company

Locations

Irving, TexasTexas
We are a company of people committed to: Exceeding Customer Expectations, Great People, Teamwork, Competitive Spirit and Effective Communication. If this describes you, then apply today!
If you currently work for Vistra or its subsidiaries, please apply via the internal career site.

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 usatassistance@vistraenergy.comtomake a request.


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