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Hydro Plant Operator ID-13653

May 2, 2025

The Operator will perform operating, regulating, adjusting, and inspecting duties for hydroelectric generating units, combustion turbine units, auxiliary equipment, and other station facilities. This position entails monitoring, controlling, and maintaining systems to ensure reliable and efficient electric power generation in compliance with corporate safety policies, mandatory electric reliability standards, and all applicable governmental regulations including FERC, EPA, EPD, OSHA, and DOT. The Operator will also train and instruct assigned associates, participate in required training programs, and perform the above duties with minimal supervision.

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Required Qualifications

Education: High School Graduate - General Studies

Experience: Six (6) years of progressively responsible experience in the operation of a hydroelectric or thermal electric power station, with at least two (2) years at a Turbine Operator level.

Equivalent Experience: Two (2) years of college or technical school in a related technology and four (4) years of progressively responsible experience in the operation of a hydroelectric or thermal electric power station, with at least two (2) years at a Turbine Operator level.

Specialized Skills

Strong comprehension of technical manuals, literature, drawings, and resources; effective oral and written communication skills in English.
Sharp decision-making and analytical abilities.
Ability to discern colors (red, green, amber, blue) for equipment operation.
Capability to work in confined spaces and at heights; lift weights up to 75 pounds.
Completion of the Turbine Operator Training Program and maintaining certification as a condition of employment.
Basic supervisory and management skills.
Passing the Basic Aptitude/Skills Exam.

Salary: $30.52 - $48.94 per hour

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Hydro Plant Operator ID-13653

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Common Interview Questions And Answers

1. HOW DO YOU PLAN YOUR DAY?

2. HOW DO YOU USE THE DIFFERENT COMMUNICATION TOOLS IN DIFFERENT SITUATIONS?

3. WHAT IS "WORKING REMOTE" REALLY FOR YOU?

4. WHAT DO YOU NEED IN YOUR PHYSICAL WORKSPACE TO SUCCEED IN YOUR WORK?

5. HOW DO YOU PROCESS INFORMATION?

6. HOW DO YOU MANAGE THE CALENDAR AND THE PROGRAM? WHICH APPLICATIONS / SYSTEM DO YOU USE?

7. HOW DO YOU ORGANIZE FILES, LINKS, AND TABS ON YOUR COMPUTER?

8. HOW TO PRIORITIZE WORK?

9. HOW DO YOU PREPARE FOR A MEETING AND PREPARE A MEETING? WHAT DO YOU SEE HAPPENING DURING THE MEETING?

10. HOW DO YOU USE TECHNOLOGY ON A DAILY BASIS, IN YOUR WORK AND FOR YOUR PLEASURE?