Assistant Station Operator / Station Operator - Plant Ratcliffe
This position will be covered by the Memorandum of Agreement between Mississippi Power and the International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers.
JOB SUMMARY
Plant David M. Ratcliffe Generating Facility, a state-of-the-art Natural Gas Combined Cycle (NGCC) plant located in DeKalb, MS, is currently seeking candidates for the position of Assistant Station Operator.
This operator position performs duties as required to ensure reliable plant operation. Successful candidates must be able to support a 24/7 rotating schedule including holidays and overtime when required.
Job Requirements
Three or more years' operations or maintenance experience in an industrial facility preferred.
As an alternative to experience a technical degree in electrical or instrumentation from an accredited educational institution or equivalent military technical training will be considered.
Power generation operations experience is preferred.
An electrical, mechanical, or instrumentation background is strongly preferred. Candidate must have the capability to train in either electrical or mechanical disciplines as a dual qualification requirement within the required line of progression.
Candidate must possess the ability to progress to control room operator within the required line of progression.
An in-depth knowledge and understanding to operate all traditional combined cycle power generation plant equipment. Specifically, but not limited to combustion turbines, steam turbines, pumps, and compressors will be beneficial to successful candidate.
This position will also perform real-time equipment assessments, perform Lockout/Tag out, and load and unload various types of trucks.
Successfully passing POSS/MASS pre-employment test.
Must be a self-starter capable of working with minimal supervision.
Must be able to handle complex, time sensitive situations and be adaptable to a changing work environment.
Candidate must possess the ability to safely travel to remote generating locations using company provided vehicles and perform work tasks independently.
Must be able to support a 24/7 rotating schedule, including holiday and back shift work as a condition of employment.
Must exhibit behaviors that are described in Our Values
Self-motivated, customer-focused, commitment to continuous learning and training, and having an excellent ability to work well with teams.
Employee will be expected to participate and respond as a member of the facility Emergency Response Team (ERT) and will be trained in Fire, Rescue, Medical and Hazardous Materials Responses as a part of the normal job routine and will be required to attend regularly scheduled training and drills.
Job Responsibilities
Ensure that all work is done in a safe and efficient manner maintaining a Safety-First mindset.
Actively participate in safety audits and reviews for their work area.
Perform operations rounds, equipment setup, Lockout/Tagout, various truck unloading, and other plant operations duties.
Perform preventative and corrective maintenance.
Provide feedback to management regarding problems associated with plant equipment.
Work with system owners to address both short term and long-term issues affecting system performance and reliability.
Work with Planner/System Owner to prioritize all work orders within the system
Monitor performance/reliability trends using Ovation/EDS/OIS (if applicable)
Responsible for communication to oncoming shifts of unit conditions.
Mississippi Power , a subsidiary of Southern Company, provides clean, safe, reliable, and affordable energy to more than 192,000 customers and communities in 23 southeast Mississippi counties. In its 98th year, Mississippi Power is a leader in customer service, workforce development and education, environmental stewardship, and employee volunteerism. The company is an industry leader when it comes to working safely, providing around-the-clock reliable service and its expert storm response. Mississippi Power has been at the forefront of innovation in the state through strategic partnerships in electric transportation and solar energy. The company has worked with the Coast Transit Authority to put the state's first electric public transportation bus in operation and with Forrest County Agriculture High School on the state's first electric school bus. It also partnered with the Hattiesburg Zoo on a new electric train and worked with the country's largest Domino's franchise to electrify its delivery fleet. Also, a leader in renewable energy, Mississippi Power partnered with the Naval Construction Battalion Center to install the first microgrid at a Navy facility. The company was among the first to introduce utility scale solar in the state with nearly 160 MW of renewable energy produced, enough to power 23,000 homes for a year. Mississippi Power's mission is to provide world-class value to our customers and communities every day.
Southern Company (NYSE: SO) is a leading energy provider serving 9 million residential and commercial customers across the Southeast and beyond through its family of companies. Providing clean, safe, reliable and affordable energy with excellent service is our mission. The company has electric operating companies in three states, natural gas distribution companies in four states, a competitive generation company, a leading distributed energy infrastructure company with national capabilities, a fiber optics network, and telecommunications services. Through an industry-leading commitment to innovation, resilience, and sustainability, we are taking action to meet our customers' and communities' needs while advancing our commitment to net zero emissions by 2050. Our uncompromising values ensure we put the needs of those we serve at the center of everything we do and are the key to our sustained success. We are transforming energy into economic, environmental and social progress for tomorrow. Our corporate culture and hiring practices have earned the company national awards and recognition from numerous organizations, including Forbes, Military Times, DiversityInc, Black Enterprise, J.D. Power, Fortune, Human Rights Campaign and more. To learn more, visit www.southerncompany.com.
Southern Company is an equal opportunity employer where an applicant's qualifications are considered without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other basis prohibited by law.
Job Identification: 7849
Job Category: Power Plant Operations & Maintenance
Job Schedule: Full time
Company: Mississippi Power
