Operating Supervisor

Operating Supervisor

Department: Operations

Employment Type: Full Time

Location: Clifty Creek

Compensation: $10,646 - $11,090 / month

Assist the Shift Operating Engineer/Senior Operating Supervisor in the supervision and operation of centrally controlled generating units consisting of boilers, turbines, generators, transformers, pumps, condensers and related emissions control (FGD system & AOD system) equipment, auxiliary and accessory equipment; assure the safe and continuous, efficient and economical operation on a shift basis.

Expected to align personal goals with OVEC/IKEC Strategic Business Plan, Mission, Vision and Values, as well as its Diversity, Equity and Inclusion efforts.

• Operate a centrally controlled generating unit consisting of boilers, turbines, generators, transformers, pumps, condensers, emissions control equipment, including FGD and AOD systems, and related auxiliary and accessory equipment.
• Personally commit to following safe work practices and instruct those under his/her supervision to follow safe work practices.
• Develop efficient work practices that lead to improved unit/company reliability and costs.
• Perform necessary training and development, as directed, to improve the job performance of employees to ensure effectiveness in meeting established goals and objectives.
• Supervise, train, coach, and direct employees in the normal and emergency operation of generating units and associated equipment; provide consistent feedback on performance and expectations. Assure the units are operated in a safe, efficient manner consistent with Descriptive Articles, Operating Guides, Operating Procedures, equipment manuals, good operating practices, and other industry standards.
• Verify job performance of direct reports through Field Observations and provide timely coaching, utilizing the OVEC Coaching Model.
• Prepare clearance permits for plant operating equipment.
• Work with the Shift Operating Engineer and with System Operations Coordinator in placing equipment into service or removing equipment from service. Coordinate equipment outage requests with System Operations Coordinator.
• Provide recommendations for the repair and/or replacement of critical components to reduce plant EFOR, improve availability and maintain environmental compliance.
• At the start of an assigned shift, become acquainted with newly issued instructions, plant operating conditions, load schedules and related matters; assure that all assisting personnel concerned are advised.
  • Conduct a thorough shift turnover at the beginning and end of each shift.
  • Review company communications on a daily basis via e‑mail, Company Correspondence, or Operating Notes.
• Perform a daily patrol of his/her assigned area (i.e., boiler, turbine, and associated equipment or FGD and associated equipment) to observe equipment operation and condition. Take corrective measures when deficiencies are discovered.
  • Assist with troubleshooting and diagnosing of equipment deficiencies.
  • Closely monitor and respond to all alarms.
  • Monitor and enforce EO and AEO unit walk‑downs and equipment checks.
• Take corrective measures when deficiencies are discovered.
• Oversee the performance of turbines, generators, transformers, emissions controls, and other auxiliary equipment according to plant and system conditions.
• Prepare and maintain records and reports; supervise the preparation and maintenance of records and reports; log activities on and about assigned areas.
• Assume the duties of the Shift Operating Engineer as assigned.
• Investigate causes of complaint and assist when necessary.
• Provide assistance to the EO with the investigation of equipment issue when needed.
• Actively support and encourage the Continuous Improvement process. Promote team…