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 Responsibilities include but are not limited to; maintenance of electrical and instrumentation equipment and participation as a member of a plant staff that is effective in operating and maintaining a combined cycle facility in a safe manner.
Job Description Electrical Maintenance Understand the basic AC/DC circuit theory, power plant cycle theory, and mechanics. Inspect, test, repair and install plant electrical equipment. Conduct low, medium and high voltage switching and grounding activities for all plant auxiliary equipment. Locate, analyze and correct malfunctions of electrical and electronic equipment. Use of computers for communication and research Ability to use electrical schematics, wiring diagrams and blueprints for troubleshooting.
Use precision instruments for electrical measurements Perform maintenance on 345 KV and below electrical equipment. Perform common testing of generators, transformers and motors. Perform common testing of heat trace systems At all times, demonstrate safe electrical work practices Manage and work with vendors and contractors. I&C Maintenance Analyze and repair boiler and turbine control systems.
Assisting in calibrations, repair and maintenance of all instrumentation and control equipment at the site including the plant DCS. Troubleshoot and repair control systems as required to maintain plant output. Repair, replace, or modify instrumentation as required to maintain plant’s operating status. Assist in designing new control loops to improve control of plant operations, or to correct control system problems Assist with maintaining the plant CEMS equipment.
Be able to read process flow diagrams Document and maintain records of instrumentation and control history. Maintain data acquisition systems and their database to ensure reliable information Run computer diagnostic programs. Manage and work with vendors and contractors. Other Functions Understand and able to execute maintenance in accordance with the plant workflow process. Giving directions to the operator in the field to support operation of the plant Comply with all environmental permits and reporting procedures pertaining to the plant.
Comply with all Vistra policies and procedures. Acts as a team member with all members of Vistra staff. Carries out other duties as assigned. Occasional travel to other Vistra facilities to provide outage or project support. Requirements Required to have a telephone, may be required to be on call as needed, and will be required to work overtime as deemed necessary by plant management. Must have demonstrated technical skills with instrumentation/control and electrical systems.
Working knowledge in programming digital equipment. Familiar with distributed control systems. Experience with 120V, 480V, 5KV, 21KV, 345KV systems, DC systems, switchgear, MCC’s, breakers, contactors, protective relays, etc. Experience with heat trace systems. Familiar with operation and maintenance of rotating equipment. Familiar with predictive tools such as infrared monitoring, oil analysis, gas analysis and vibration monitoring.
Basic proficiency in software applications such as Microsoft Word and Microsoft Excel. Must have demonstrated ability to communicate effectively. Good verbal, nonverbal and written communication skills are essential. Develop and present technical training, as required, to the plant operating staff. Must have problem solving and analytical skills. Demonstrated ability to work and support teams, either as a leader or team member.
Must be able to continually look for opportunities to create value through innovation and efficient use of existing resources. Proficiency in use of metering tools, calibration tools, hand-held tools, and power equipment Es