Power Industry Support, LLC

Power Plant Operations Manager

LocationStockton, CA
Job TypeFull-time
Salary$125,000-$145,000

About This Job

Power Industry Support, LLC is actively recruiting an Operations Manager for the Stockton Biomass Power Plant located in Stockton, CA. The facility is a 45 NMW stoker fired biomass power plant.

We are looking for an experienced Operations Manager/Supervisor with a solid background in and exposure to solid fuel boiler operations, budgets, maintenance and continuous improvements.

Contact Power Industry Support, LLC for more information. Visit our site at PowerIndustryJobs.com for more opportunities.


Job Summary

Responsible for the safe and efficient operation and management of staff at the generating plant. Provides direct supervision and leadership of the operations group under the general direction of the Assistant Plant Manager. The person holding this position provides leadership to the operations group on the daily operation of generating equipment under the general direction of the Assistant Plant Manager. Responsibilities include managing the daily operation of the facility to ensure the environment and plant personnel are safe. Requires knowledge of all environmental and compliance permits and how they are implemented in an operating plant, as well as demonstrated knowledge of the maintenance management function of a wood-fired stoker power plant. Results are reviewed through the achievement of set goals and adherence to these policies, procedures, and practices. Responsible for the safe and efficient operation and management of staff at the generating plant. Provides direct supervision and leadership of the operations group under the general direction of the Assistant Plant Manager. The person holding this position provides leadership to the operations group on the daily operation of generating equipment under the general direction of the Assistant Plant Manager. Responsibilities include managing the daily operation of the facility to ensure the environment and plant personnel are safe. Requires knowledge of all environmental and compliance permits and how they are implemented in an operating plant, as well as demonstrated knowledge of the maintenance management function of a wood-fired stoker power plant. Results are reviewed through the achievement of set goals and adherence to these policies, procedures, and practices.


Key Accountabilities

Directs plant operations and operating personnel to ensure that generating requirements and plant efficiency are maintained, and that local, state and federal safety and operational environmental standards are met.
Develops, implements and manages consistent plant operating philosophies and best practices to maximize plant availability, efficiency and productivity.
Constantly reviews and improves operational processes and ensures that operating personnel are properly trained and adhere to established procedures and standards in accordance with prudent industry practices.
Manages the fuel yard, including safe and efficient storage and mixing of biomass fuel, maintains positive fuel supplier relationships and overall quality control of fuel supply.
Manages safety and environmental compliance and reporting to federal, state and local government authorities.
Develops performance goals and reviews to align employee accountabilities and conduct with operational processes.
Investigates operating abnormalities and incidents to improve equipment availability and performance and to minimize maintenance requirements.
Prepares necessary plant operation reports in a timely manner and investigates all forced outages.
Prepares and continually evaluates the operating department’s budgets and/or makes recommendations to the Assistant Plant Manager relative to optimize Operations cost effectiveness, work quality, outage time, and capital budgets.
Reviews and provides operational input to maintenance and assists with maintenance engineering evaluation and troubleshooting of equipment abnormalities. Maintains a consistent and effective level of communications with Assistant Plant Manager, Maintenance Manager, Administrative staff, and O&M Technicians on shift.
Establishes department and group goals based on market dynamics and the needs of customers, employees, the owners and other stakeholders
Assures proper staffing, scheduling, orientation and training of the plant staff, and manages compliance with all company policies and procedures. Recruits, interviews and assigns Operations employment candidates.
Performs all other duties as assigned


Minimum Education & Experience Requirements

High School Diploma or equivalent and knowledge and capabilities typically acquired through at least 6 years supervisory experience in a solid fuel fired power plant, or
Associate degree or industry-recognized certificate (i.e., the completion of a core group of course designated by the institution) in a related discipline is preferred and knowledge and capabilities typically acquired through at least 4 years supervisory experience in a solid fuel fired power plant, or
Bachelor’s degree in a related discipline with a minimum of 3 years supervisory experience in a solid fuel fired power plant


Other Qualifications


Preferred

Wood fired boiler and Steam Turbine Generator operating experience is highly desired to provide for the following: A thorough, demonstrated understanding of power plant operations, with strong understanding of the maintenance function. Understanding of steam turbine technology, mechanics, hydraulics, electricity and electronics.


Other Requirements

Thorough, demonstrated understanding of plant operations, with strong knowledge of generating equipment, biomass fired boilers, and water treatment processes.
Ability to analyze and improve operations business processes, utilizing information about market dynamics and competitors’ processes and achievements.
Working knowledge of operations and engineering functions and their interrelation to maintenance.
Demonstrated skill in planning, coordinating and directing varied programs and tasks directly effecting the overall plant operation.
Ability to plan, coordinate and direct varied programs and tasks directly involved with the maintenance component of the plant, but directly influencing the entire plant operation.
Understanding of accounting systems as it relates to work orders.
Experience with accounting practices as it relates to analyzing cost impacts to budget.
Ability to analyze and improve maintenance business processes, utilizing information about market dynamics and competitors’ processes and achievements.
Strong oral and written communication skills.
Understanding of Risk-Based Asset Management (RBAM) strategies.
Solid knowledge of plant engineering and plant maintenance functions and how they relate to operations and income.
Ability to work shifts and extra/irregular hours and to work under unusual and special conditions that can arise in a biomass fired generation plant.
Proficient in the use of MS applications, including Word, Excel and PowerPoint in a Windows environment. Extensive experience with computer-based maintenance management programs and Internet.
Ability to pass respirator fit tests to use respiratory protective equipment or self-contained breathing apparatus at all times.


Physical Demands & Working Conditions

The physical demands characterized here epitomize those that must be met by an employee to properly perform the integral functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. In order to properly perform the integral functions of this job, the employee is required to:

Frequently sit, stand, or walk for a minimum of 8-hour shifts, including walking long distances and on uneven ground.
Frequently climb stairs and ladders, balance and occasionally stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl and maneuver in awkward positions.
Frequently lift objects of up to 25 pounds in weight and carry objects of up to 25 pounds in weight. Occasionally the employee will have to push or pull objects of up to 25 pounds in weight.
Talk & hear; use hands & fingers; handle & feel; and able to reach with hands and arms extensively.
Vision requirements for this position include close vision, color vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and the ability to adjust focus.
Enter and work in confined space areas.

Occasionally exposed to outside weather conditions, including wet and/or humid conditions, and heat and cold. The noise level in the work environment is usually quiet to moderate in the office but may become loud at the plant site. Regularly exposed to moving mechanical parts and/or machinery and equipment with high temperatures. Exposed to protected and unprotected heights, which requires the use of a personal fall protection system (harness/lifeline). Occasionally exposed to vibration and fumes or airborne particles which will require the use of personal protective equipment including respirators; fire retardant clothing; self-contained breathing apparatus (SCBA), etc.


Additional Information

Incumbents may engage in all or some combination of the activities and accountabilities and utilize a variety of the competencies cited in this description depending upon the organization and role to which they are assigned. This description is intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed by incumbents in this job. It is not intended as an all-inclusive list of accountabilities or responsibilities, nor is it intended to limit the rights of supervisors or management representatives to assign, direct and control the work of employees under their supervision.

The Hiring Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer

This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by the employee occupying this position. Employees may be required to follow other job-related instructions and to perform other job-related duties as requested, subject to all applicable state and federal laws. Certain job functions described herein may be subject to possible modification in accordance with applicable state and federal laws.


Job Type: Full-time


Pay: $125,000.00 - $145,000.00 per year


Benefits:

401(k)
401(k) matching
Dental insurance
Health insurance
Health savings account
Life insurance
Paid time off
Vision insurance


Schedule:

8 hour shift
Day shift
Holidays
Monday to Friday
On call
Weekends as needed


Work Location: In person

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