Power Systems Operator and Training Coordinator (Supervisor)

Quick Facts

• Supervises and coordinates powerplant operator training and switching operations
• Focus areas: hazardous energy control, clearance management, and technical instruction

Description

Develops and implements a comprehensive training program and serves as the expert and instructor for the Hazardous Energy Control Program and hands-on switching operations. Plans and directs power operations switching activities, researches equipment and systems, and creates technical operating materials for control center and journeyman operators. Coordinates maintenance activities and outages, prepares operating reports with operational studies, and provides direct supervision and technical training to operators, control center staff, and apprentices.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement training programs and hazardous energy control instruction
• Plan, direct, organize, and evaluate switching operations
• Create technical and operational written materials for powerplant equipment operation
• Coordinate maintenance and outages with daily/weekly planning
• Prepare operating reports and perform functional and quantitative studies for improvements
• Manage clearances, supervise staff, and resolve conflicts
• Provide technical training on new operations equipment

Requirements

• U.S. citizenship or national status
• Successful background investigation and adjudication
• Selective Service registration (if applicable)
• Direct Deposit participation
• Successful E-Verify employment verification
• Ability to perform supervisory duties with no more than normal supervision
• Ability to interpret instructions/specifications including blueprint reading
• Ability to lead or supervise
• Strong safety and dexterity
• Knowledge of equipment assembly, installation, and repair
• Ability to operate job-family equipment/machinery
• Ability to use measuring instruments

Benefits

A federal government career offers a comprehensive benefits package; eligibility depends on the specific position and schedule (full-time/part-time/intermittent).