Plant Operator

• Strictly adhere to and enforce safety procedures and successfully complete operator safety qualifications within the designated timeframes.

• Control a variety of power-generation equipment and machinery during normal operation, scheduled maintenance, and emergency repair procedures.

• Review routine operating data troubleshoot abnormal indications and take corrective actions.

• Utilize a variety of analog and digital informational displays to understand operational performance variables, maintain a chronological log of plant activities and ensure optimal level of production.

• Participate in the planning and scheduling of plant activities.

• Prepare, review, edit, and recommend operating procedures.

• Perform preventive maintenance tasks (PM’s).

• Perform fire equipment testing.

• Assist with equipment isolation, evacuation and lockout/tagouts.

• Must be able to operate a vehicle in a safe manner, enter and exit vehicle without assistance.

• Must be able to remain alert while driving for continuous period of time and read and understand maps.

• Must be able to work overtime, weekends and holidays when necessary.

• Must be able to work 12-hour rotating shifts and cover call outs as required.

• Must be able to read and follow written procedures.

• Must be able to interpret mechanical process and electrical drawings.

• Monitor meters, gauges, and control boards to verify operational parameters, and adjust equipment, generator output, voltage, and electricity flow rates according to standard protocols and power grid requirements.

• Attends monthly safety and Operator training as required.

• Participate in regular training to improve performance, acquire professional licenses, and maintain certifications required by Ormat and government regulations.

• When assigned as a Plant Operator 2,3, or 4:

• Successfully complete the Plant Operator 2 qualifications within the designated timeframes.

• Collaborate with contractors and vendors for all activities.

• When assigned as a Plant Operator 3 or 4:

• Successfully complete the Plant Operator 3 qualifications within the designated timeframes.

• Collaborate with contractors and vendors for all activities.

• Take readings and enter data into the plant computer.

• Participate in the administrative maintenance of the plant operating manuals.

• Direct activities and assist in training plant operators.

• Review station and equipment logs.

• Respond to plant recovery following upsets.

• Maintain proficiency in the operation of the plant.

• Assure that the plant meets its generation requirements while operating in a safe and efficient manner.

• Perform Shift Supervisor duties when needed.

• Communicate clearly and effectively with other power plant personnel, including managers, engineers and repair technicians to encourage teamwork and coordinate tasks.