City of Austin - JOB DESCRIPTION

Power Plant Operator Superintendent

Under general direction or working independently, this position directs the activities of shift operations of electrical and maintenance activities in a steam-generating electric power plant.

1. Monitors operation and maintenance of plant systems (i.e. electrical, protection, and mechanical).
2. Troubleshoots to determine cause of power plant equipment failures.
3. Interprets, explains, and enforces City policies and procedures, building codes, specifications, ordinances, etc.
4. Discusses and coordinates division and section workgroup operations and attends meetings with representative.
5. Participates in developing operating procedures.
6. Checks equipment for proper operation, safety, and maintenance.
7. Researches information as requested or needed.
8. Orders and issues supplies, parts, etc.
9. Investigates work-related accidents.
10. Discusses bids with vendors and contractor on services and equipment.
11. Writes daily, weekly, and monthly activity reports.

Responsible for the full range of supervisory activities including selection, training, evaluation, counseling, and recommendation for dismissal.

• Knowledge of equipment, methods, and materials used in repairing and maintaining power plant equipment and facilities.
• Knowledge of proper safety practices, procedures, and regulations applicable to work being performed in general and in/near energized electrical systems.
• Knowledge of boiler, turbine, and generator controls in a power plant environment.
• Knowledge of electric and electronic schematics and systems.
• Knowledge of program management techniques.
• Knowledge of contract language and purchasing policies and procedures.
• Knowledge of various auxiliary controls related to power production.
• Knowledge of engineering terminology, symbols, calculations, and drawings.
• Knowledge of the principles, practices, and methods of engineering disciplines relevant to electric generation.
• Knowledge of supervisory and management techniques.
• Skill in effectively planning and prioritizing complex construction, maintenance, and repair operations.
• Skill in operating precision measurement and calibration equipment.
• Skill in preparing clear and concise written reports.
• Skill in reading, interpreting, and understanding drawings, blueprints, plans, and specifications.
• Ability to troubleshoot complete control systems down to malfunctioning components.
• Ability to direct the work of technicians maintaining and repairing power plant equipment and systems.
• Ability to exercise balanced judgment in evaluation situations and in making decisions.
• Ability to establish and maintain professional working relationships with City employees and the public.

• Graduation with an Associate degree from an accredited college or university with major course work in Electrical or Mechanical Engineering, Electronics, Engineering Technology, or in a field related to the job, plus five (5) years of experience in maintenance of electrical generating equipment and facilities, including two (2) years of experience which were in a lead or supervisory capacity.
• Related experience may substitute for education up to two (2) years.