Dillard Powerhouse - Operator

Job Listing ID:

4495429

Job Title:

Dillard Powerhouse -

Operator Application Deadline:

Open Until Filled

Job Location:

Dillard

Date Posted:

05/20/2026

Hours Worked Per Week:

40

Shift:

Day Shift, Swing Shift, Night 

Shift Duration of Job:

Full Time, more than 6 months You may contact this employer directly. (Obtain the contact information to print or add to your jobs.)

Job Summary:

Description:

• This role requires 12 hour rotating shifts on a 28 day cycle, opportunities for overtime are available
• This position will safely operate the steam plant, which consists of three high-pressure steam boilers with the combined capacity of 550,000 lbs. per hour of 600lb steam. Five Combined steam turbines capable of 35 MW of power generation
• The operator is responsible for the distribution of the 12,500 Volt and 4160 Volt electrical load to the complex and to the grid, and will assist with configuring the plant to 'Island Mode' if loss of power occurs from PP& L.
• This position monitors BAS (building automation system) alarms, and controls within the steam plant.

The team member in this role must maintain the skills necessary for the ever-changing technology-based automation systems, by training and learning daily. The team member will be expected to complete a Work order to help with preventive, predictive, and corrective maintenance on power plant, and building equipment.

Decisions:

• Position works as a member of a team.

Decisions made by this position affect the entire complex. The team member is responsible for maintaining a continuous flow of electricity, steam, and air to the complex in normal and emergency situations. Additional job-related decisions may include when to start or stop equipment, interpreting equipment data and applying corrective actions.

Work Schedule:

• This position works non-typical hours/shifts and is classified as Dupont schedule.

Rotation of 12hrs nights and days.

Minimum Requirements:

• Knowledge of turbine generators, high pressure boilers and related technical systems involving electrical and steam.

Professional Competencies:

• Perform duties in a way that advances and supports the goals of the company.
• Work effectively in a diverse team environment and create effective relationships for problem solving and positive interactions.
• Take the initiative, looking for what needs to be done and doing it.
• Actively look for ways to improve the plant or procedures.
• Pay close attention to detail.
• Maintain a safe and safety-conscious workplace.
• Maintain a respectful workplace and model a positive and proactive attitude.
• Model the highest ethical standards.
• Provide superior customer service.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience operating high pressured boilers of 600 psi or greater.
• Experience operating steam turbines.
• Experience working around high voltage equipment and lines.
• Knowledge or some background with steam turbines.
• Knowledge or some background with utility distribution ideally.
• Knowledge or some background with maintenance of Boilers, Air compressors, DA Tanks, RO units, Pumps, and valves.
• Experience with software like Factory Talk, and CMMS software such as

EAM. AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER INCLUDING DISABILITY AND VETERAN

Job Classification:

Power Plant Operators Access our statewide or regional occupation report for more information about wages, employment outlooks, skills, training programs, related occupations, and more. Compensation

Salary:

Depending on Experience, Depending on Qualifications

Benefits Offered:

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Retirement

Additional Benefit Information:

Company offers an excellent benefits package that includes medical, dental, vision, life insurance, and matching 401(k). Job Requirements

Experience Required:

 None

Education Required:

None

Minimum Age:

18

Gender:

N/A