Shift Operator
power systems mfgHouston (TX)
About the role
Shift Operator, Monitoring & DiagnosticsLOCATION: Houston, TX (Hybrid remote work 50/50 Split)STATUS: Hourly Non-Exempt
Job Summary:
The essential functions of the job include, but are not limited to, the following: Monitor Gas Turbine and Auxiliary plant equipment as part of a 24-hour 7-day team based in one of our Monitoring and Diagnostic Center locations. Work with a variety of different heavy frame Gas Turbines and make recommendations on operations, maintenance, troubleshooting, and follow a problem to the root cause. Leverage in-house GT experts (controls, performance, design, etc.) for assistance as required. Utilize AVEVA (OSIsoft) PI tools for monitoring, analysis and graphical representation of Gas Turbine, Steam Turbine and HRSG operations. Continue as a team to build a knowledge base of known issues and their indicators for reference for future troubleshooting. Clearly communicate corrective actions to customers via e-mails and/or phone calls. Required to be available to respond during working and non-working hours. Facilitate and actively work to ensure all documentation is correct, complete, timely, and recorded appropriately. Able to work a 24/7 rotational 5 shift 12-hour Dupont and overtime as necessary (Hybrid remote work scheduled as nights and weekends, at this time)Heavy focus on Gas Turbine operations specifically GE 7FA, GE7EA, SW501, and M501 units. Shift operators will also be responsible for monitoring of Centrifugal Compressors use in the LNG industry with GTs as the prime movers. Must complete EHS assigned regulatory training for work area as described by PSM's EHS Training Matrix Could require some elective travel time. Other duties as assigned
Minimum Requirements
Education & Training:
High School Diploma or GED equivalent 2-year Degree from technical/vocational school OR equivalent experience from Military, Power Generation, or LNG facilities. Strong computer competency including Microsoft Office, web-based applications (Pi Vision, Share Point), remote desktop connections, VPN's, cyber security, and navigating computer file/folder structures. Skills/Experience 2+ years of working in Heavy Frame Power Plant environment or LNG Facility as an Operator, Technician, I&C, or in Engineering. Working experience with GT control systems (GE, MHI, Ovation, and/or Siemens).Knowledge of general GT control philosophy, architecture, design, start up, and commissioning experience is preferred. Strong mechanical aptitude and basic understanding of chemistry, physics, electricity, and mathematics. Knowledge of GT support systems and associated supervisory instrument limits and alarms levels. Strong computer skills including experience working with spreadsheets, databases, Process Information (PI) and word processing software.
Preferred Skills:
Experience in Gas Turbine commissioning, operations, mechanical, and diagnostic experience. Ability to read and interpret Piping and Instrument Diagrams (P&ID) and Control Logic a plus. Experience with Nuovo Pignone centrifugal compressors, John Crane dry gas seals, dry gas seal systems, and Gas Turbine/Centrifugal control systems. Multilingual candidates (Spanish & Korean) are a plus Equal Opportunity Employer Veterans/Disabled
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