Electric Plant Operator I, Electric Production
Listed on 2026-08-22
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Energy/Power Generation
Power Plant / Engineering, Electricity Generation, Utility Technician, Field/Service Technician
Electric Plant Operator I, Electric Production
Annual Salary Range: $30,314.23 - $36,385.75 Grade: 17
Benefits:The City of Alexandria offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes: medical insurance, dental and vision, short/long term disability, group and dependent life insurance, sick and vacation leave, 11 paid holidays, EAP, tuition reimbursement, wellness clinic for employees and their dependents. Retirement benefits include the City of Alexandria’s Retirement System, and a voluntary deferred compensation supplemental retirement plan.
Duties and Responsibilities:- Monitors the equipment and system demands:makes hourly inspection rounds of plant to observe the water level in tower and the operation of a variety of motors, pumps, compressors, fans, condensers, heaters, and gas fueled reciprocating engine driven generation as well as related equipment; reports equipment malfunctions and any other concerns to supervisor.
- Tests temperatures of bearings; reads gauges, meters, and recorders; logs required data and reports any unusual readings to supervisor
- Under close supervision, brings thegas fueled reciprocating engine driven generation boilers and turbines on and off line: starts up and shuts down pumps and fans; adjusts flow controls on turbine auxiliary equipment; adjusts load to cover demand.
- Performs customer service functions:receives and addresses complaints, questions, and service requests; dispatches the appropriate personnel; logs telephone calls and radio transmissions; records information regarding the situation and action taken to fulfill request.
- Operates and maintains equipment:lubricates and services equipment; performs various maintenance tasks; assists the maintenance crew in the inspection, overhaul, and repair of turbine generators and auxiliary equipment; paints and cleans equipment and plant to maintain plant appearance and operation.
- Assists in the operation of the control room, gas fueled reciprocating engines and appurtenant generators,high pressure boilers, steam turbines and allied auxiliary equipment.
- Under supervision evaluates and maintains water quality:takes water samples; performs routine analysis and administers proper chemical treatment as needed.
Qualifications:
High School Diploma or GED; experience in the operation of a steam-driven and/or reciprocating internal combustion engine driven electric utility power plant; or a combination of education, training, and experience which provides the requisite knowledge, skills, and abilities for this job.
NecessarySpecial Requirements :
After the commercial operations date of the new units, completion of Wartsila gas fueled stationary reciprocating engine / generator training. Must possess a valid driver’s license. Will be required to obtain a valid State of Louisiana driver’s license at time of appointment and maintain throughout employment for this classification.
Work Hours:40 hours per week; may work overtime, weekends, and holidays.
Accepting applications:August 19 – September 2, 2026, by 11:59 p.m. or the first 50 applications, whichever comes first
Civil Service DepartmentPh. (318) 449- 5077 or Fax , Email:
The City of Alexandria is an Equal Opportunity Employer
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