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Power Plant Outside Operator

Reading, PA, US💼 Full-time🗓 2026-09-24 → 2026-09-26

Core

Operating, monitoring, and controlling power plant systems from the Control Room, executing start-ups/shut-downs, and performing maintenance on Gas Plant equipment.

Role type

Power Plant Outside Operator

Builds

Reliable gas fleet operations and equipment functionality

Domain

Energy / Power Generation

Deliverable

physical/clinical work

Required skills

troubleshooting, preventive and corrective maintenance, LOTOV compliance, operating hand/power/machine tools, electronic control systems knowledge, safety and environmental regulation adherence, manual dexterity, physical stamina (climbing, lifting 50 lbs), confined space entry

Preferred skills

Power plant experience

Technologies

Electronic control systems, computers

Responsibilities

Operate and monitor plant systems from the Control Room; execute plant shut-downs and start-ups; respond to alarms and equipment issues; coordinate maintenance activities; perform troubleshooting and repairs on plant equipment and structures; adhere to safety procedures including Lockout Tagout, Job Safety Analysis, and confined space protocols.

Seniority

Entry to Mid-level (Level 1-4 depending on skill)

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