JEA · 5 hours ago
Operating Engineer (Combined Cycle Plant)
Jacksonville, FL
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level, Lead/Staff
8+ years expJEA is a utility company focused on energy generation and management, and they are seeking an Operating Engineer for their combined cycle plant. The role involves overseeing the safe and efficient operation of power generation facilities, scheduling work, training staff, and ensuring compliance with safety regulations.
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Responsibilities
Assists in scheduling and assigning the work of others to ensure adequate coverage for the continual, safe and efficient operation of an electric power plant
Assists in monitoring work performed by others to ensure it is being performed safely, efficiently and in a cost effective manner within established parameters
Issues work and/or test permits in the form of tags affixed to all required equipment to be taken out of operation for manufacturer, contractor, repair and maintenance personnel and approves their removal upon satisfactory completion of the work
Performs regular visual, aural, olfactory and tactile surveillance of plant operating conditions and equipment to identify maintenance and repair needs, safety violations, cleanliness issues and other potential operational problems
Ensures that periodic routine tests of equipment are performed in accordance with standard operating procedures and manufacturer’s instructions
Delivers/supervises training to promote continuous quality and productivity improvement including but not limited to classroom, simulator, and OJT
Trains others in safety practices and procedures
Monitors implementation of procedures and training schedules to ensure effective human resource utilization and compliance with safety rules, governmental regulations and organizational standards
Researches job-related technical materials, and participates in continuing education activities to maintain up-to-date knowledge of electric power plant technology and communicates pertinent information to others
Oversees the proper storage and distribution of fuel and the transfer of fuel from vessels to shore tanks to ensure adherence with required operational and safety rules and procedures
Performs other job-related work as assigned
Assists in scheduling and assigning the work of others to ensure adequate coverage for the continual, safe and efficient operation of a combined cycle generating plant
Delivers/supervises training to promote continuous quality and productivity improvement including but not limited to classroom, simulator, and OJT of a combustion turbine and combined cycle generating plant
Monitors implementation of procedures and training schedules to ensure effective human resource utilization and compliance with safety rules, governmental regulations and organizational standards
Qualification
Required
High school diploma or equivalent
Eight (8) years' experience in a power generating facility, paper mill, military facility or similar facility
Experience must include a minimum of three (3) year in simple cycle combustion turbine or combined cycle generating plant
Experienced in combined cycle generating plant systems and theories involved in the operations of a modern combustion turbine electric generation plant including but not limited to: troubleshooting of process equipment used in simple cycle combustion turbine or combined cycle generating plants, specifically, but not exclusively GE 7FA+e
A valid driver's license may be required prior to employment and may need to be maintained during employment in this classification
Employee must complete the Coast Guard's educational requirements for person in charge during fuel transfer operations at the request of JEA
Company
JEA
JEA is a community-based electric, water and sewer utility in Jacksonville, Florida, dedicated to safety, reliability and customer satisfaction.
1001-5000 employees
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Funding
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Managing Director and CEO
Brad K.
Chief Information Officer
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