Plant Operator

Description

The Operating Engineer (Plant Operator) will be a key member of Baton Rouge/LSU Plant Operations reporting directly to the Director of Operations. They are responsible for the day to day operations, repair and maintenance support duties and troubleshooting of the central utility plant and building mechanical systems.

• As the shift schedule dictates, will be available on a 24-hour basis, to assist in emergency situations and fill vacancies in the shift rotation as directed by the Operations Supervisor.
• Develop competency in operations of existing plant facilities to ensure that unplanned outages are minimized. Make recommendations to the Operations Supervisor or Lead Operating Engineer to enhance reliability and plant performance.
• Work with the Operations Supervisor and Lead Operating Engineer to perform maintenance programs and procedures.
• Develop proficiency as a plant operator in conjunction with cultivating skills in the calibration and troubleshooting of automation, power, and interface systems.
• Promote, ensure, and maintain a safe and healthy environment for your fellow workers and yourself so that everyone goes home injury-free
• Investigate, take corrective action, and report on plant outages in an effort to minimize impact to customer services. Manage outage timetables that optimize cost effectiveness while insuring reliability.
• Immediate reporting of all work-related injuries/illness to your supervisor
• Perform maintenance and repairs on building mechanical, electrical and plumbing systems.
• Responsible for identifying and reporting workplace HSE hazards and concerns to your supervisor immediately and providing solutions (if aware of any) to address these concerns as requested
• Follow plant operational procedures to ensure the accomplishment of plant production goals. Monitor and report on system performance to meet or exceed plant production goals.
• Develop an understanding of troubleshooting of the plant, distribution system, interface systems and energy transfer stations. Work in a safe manner while following applicable regulatory requirements.
• Work in compliance with the provisions of the Occupational Health and Safety Act, Industrial Regulations, Environmental Protection Act and Regulations and HSE policies, programs, and procedures
• Track and log operational system status using applicable journals and control system tools. Understand system-operating requirements, identify trends, perform routine analysis and make recommendations for operating adjustments.

Requirements

The successful candidate will be a self-starter that enjoys working in a fast-paced environment, strong commitment to deadlines and team, is process oriented with a high sense of ownership in their work, possesses a high degree of intellectual curiosity, and has superior foundation in the maintenance and troubleshooting of central heating and cooling plants.

• Ability to work in a dynamic, complex, fast-paced environment, to adapt quickly and to manage changing priorities.
• Must be self-motivated and proactive to seek methods to change and /or enhance plant environment. Willing to work any hours necessary to assure plant operations are conducted in a reliable method.
• Valid Louisiana Driver’s License
• Highly professional ethical standards are expected.
• Adhere to various PPE requirements of the position which may include hearing protection, eye protection, hand protection, steel toe footwear, head protection, fall-protection, respirators (half-face and full-face)
• High School Diploma or GED is required. Additional studies and courses in a technical discipline would be a plus. Training, licenses, or certifications in plant operations considered advantageous.
• All certifications/licenses must be up to date
• Collaborative and interpersonal skills.
• Basic understanding of mechanical, electrical, and plumbing systems is expected.
• One (1) to five (5) years’ experience in operations, maintenance and troubleshooting of central heating and cooling plants.
• Experience in a service-oriented environment preferred. Highly analytical with great attention to detail.
• Demonstrated strong communication skills.
• Successful completion of Criminal Background Check and Drug Test
• Must have a valid Louisiana Driver’s License.
• Experience with large scale plant automation, startup, commissioning, and energy management activities is a plus.

Benefits

CenTrio offers a dynamic and friendly work environment, dedicated to nurturing a top-notch team culture! Additionally, CenTrio offers an array of fabulous benefits and perks.

• Medical Benefits first day of hire
• Option of supplemental Life & AD&D benefits
• 401k plan with % match
• Competitive salaries that reflect the value of skills and experience
• Remote, Hybrid, and In Office schedules available dependent on job responsibilities
• Dynamic and friendly work environment in a rapidly expanding industry with a national presence
• Medical, dental, vision, Life & AD&D benefits
• Corporate discounts (Travel, Entertainment, Home, Auto, Apparel, Health and Wellbeing, and other various retail options)
• 24-hour Employee Assistance Program/Hotline
• Starting wage is $26.78 per hour.
• Company paid High Deductible Healthcare Benefit Plan
• Training Opportunities and career progression

Training + Development

Interview process

Visa Sponsorship

Security clearance