Lower Colorado River Authority

Plant Operator I

LocationLa Grange, TX
Job TypeFull-time

About This Job

Job No: 499641 FT/PT: Full-time Regular/Project/Seasonal: Regular Location: La Grange, TX City: LaGrange State: Texas Categories: Operations/Maintenance (Power, Water, Transmission, Telecom), On-site

At LCRA, we are seeking to find an ambitious candidate for our open Plant Operator I position! This entry-level position will assist plant operations staff and other personnel in monitoring and isolating equipment, operating switchgear/breakers and troubleshooting equipment and process initiatives. In this role you will reside in a coal-fired power plant environment with an opportunity to develop competence through structured work assignments and an instructor led formal training program. Join our team and be part of a company that is committed to making a positive impact on the communities we serve!


You will be trusted to:

Upon completion of required training, monitor and operate all equipment in assigned area of responsibility.
Isolate and tag out equipment for maintenance, according to directions and plant operating procedures.
Acquire knowledge of equipment operating parameters in order to recognize and report abnormal conditions as they occur, according to established procedures.
Complete and submit all logs and reports to immediate supervisor as instructed.
Assist maintenance and instrumentation & controls departments during outages.
Perform unit walk downs (makes rounds) to monitor operating equipment.

For incumbents assigned to FPP and Lost Pines: Those in auxiliary and power block areas will be required to participate in operator training program.

For incumbents assigned to Fayette Power Project: As qualified by plant training staff, assist with plant and fuel yard operations and maintenance tasks on mechanical equipment, electrical equipment and/or systems associated with the material handling and processing of coal (e.g., coal stack-out unloading systems, coal reclaim systems, plow feeders, trippers and rotary car dumper, motors, breakers, gear reducers, conveyor belts, hydraulic systems, bearings, equipment alignment, welding and fabrication, heavy equipment and fire systems).


You qualify with:

Zero or more years of experience in the inspection, monitoring and maintenance of power plant and/or coal yard equipment, including the isolation and tagging of systems or other relevant experience.

Driver's license


You are a great fit with:

Basic knowledge of power plant operating principles.
Basic knowledge of both mechanical and electrical equipment.
Basic knowledge of LOTO procedures, ability to communicate effectively, commitment to safety and environmental leadership.
Ability to follow operating procedures/guidelines, safety and environmental rules and regulations.


You gain:

Competitive salary & medical, dental, vision and legal insurance

Paid time off, including time for vacation, sick and family care leave

401(k) match up to 8% that includes a student loan 401(k) contribution program option

Life and disability insurance

Wellness program including wellness incentive

Extensive learning & development programs

And more - all to create a compelling and rewarding work environment.


Equal Opportunity Employer

LCRA provides equal employment opportunities and a work environment free of discrimination and harassment. All employment decisions at LCRA are based on business need, job requirement and individual qualifications, without regard to race, color, religion, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, sexual orientation, genetic information, or veteran status in accordance with applicable federal and state legal requirements governing nondiscrimination in employment.

LCRA is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to job applicants with physical or mental disabilities. Applicants with a disability who require a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application or hiring process can contact LCRA Human Resources (512) 578-4004 or email lcra.benefits@lcra.org. Reasonable accommodations will be determined on a case-by-case basis.


Applications close: 5/19/2025 Central Daylight Time

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