Plant Operator
About this role
Are you interested in being part of an innovative team that supports Westinghouse's mission to provide clean energy solutions? At WECTEC Staffing Services, a wholly-owned subsidiary of Westinghouse Electric Company LLC, we recognize that our employees are our most valuable asset and we seek to identify, attract and recruit the most qualified talent while recognizing and encouraging the value of diversity in the global workplace.
About the role: Power Plant Operators are responsible for the safe, efficient, and reliable operation of power generation facilities. Duties include starting, stopping, and monitoring equipment, reading gauges and meters, recording operating logs, and making adjustments within set parameters. Operators also perform maintenance, repairs, and system improvements, assist in developing standard operating procedures, and ensure compliance with local, state, and federal regulations. This position is located in Middletown, CA and is an onsite role. This is a full-time position. This person reports to the Account Manager.
Key Responsibilities:
- Operation & Monitoring: Start, stop, and monitor turbines, generators, and auxiliary systems; record activities in logs; use computerized monitoring systems to adjust and maintain operating parameters
- Maintenance & Repair: Diagnose, maintain, and repair mechanical and electrical equipment; perform overhaul maintenance and system improvements
- Chemical Control: Conduct chemical analysis and control on steam, cooling, and condensate systems; maintain chemistry logs
- Compliance: Follow all safety, environmental, and regulatory procedures; maintain plant security
- Equipment Handling: Operate heavy equipment (manlifts, forklifts) and handle/transfer bulk chemicals
- Process Improvement: Provide input to plant betterment projects to enhance efficiency, reliability, and safety
Qualifications:
- Mechanical/electrical systems repair experience
- Industrial equipment repairs
- Technical decision-making authority
Our Safety Pledge to You:
If you are as committed to your success as we are committed to your safety, then this is the position for you! For us, our guiding principle has always been and will continue to be the safety of our people. It's that simple!
Why WECTEC Staffing Services?
WECTEC Staffing Services delivers customer-focused solutions, offering everything from high-volume, cost-effective staffing to specialized niche roles, while maintaining best-in-class service. Our employees bring expertise across technical and corporate functions, supporting international contracts in over five countries. We invite you to explore opportunities within our distinguished global talent network.
WECTEC Staffing Services offers competitive pay to all of our employees. Additionally, most positions qualify for benefits including the following:
- Comprehensive Health and Income Protection Benefits
- 401(k) Savings Plan
- Paid Vacations for Qualifying Positions
We are committed to transparency and equity in all our people practices. The base salary range for this position, which is dependent upon experience, qualifications and skills, is estimated to be ($40/hour to $50/hour). This position may offer Per Diem and Mob/Demob to candidates over 50 miles away from the site.
WECTEC Staffing Services continues to successfully place professional and technical resources into key roles globally. You can learn more by visiting www.wectecstaffing.com
You can submit your completed application, and explore other available options, using the following link: careers.westinghousenuclear.com
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Equal Opportunity Employer including Veterans and Individuals with Disabilities
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Company at a glance
Westinghouse Electric Company is the world's leading supplier of safe and innovative nuclear technology.
We provide our utility customers around the world with the most reliable, dependable nuclear power plants, nuclear fuel, plant automation and operating plant products and services. We are driven by our powerful history and experience, ground-breaking ideas and our focus on safety and sustainability.
At Westinghouse, we are focused on nuclear energy technology. Our goal is simple - to provide solutions to our customers to keep their plants safe, reliable and efficient. Helping our customers support the needs of their customers is why we are committed to quality, safety and innovation at every turn.
Top Benefits
- Comprehensive Health Benefits
- Income Protection Benefits
- 401(k) Savings Plan
- Paid Vacations
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