Power Plant Operator Level 2/Level 3
Requisition ID: R10151060
- Category: Facilities/Real Estate
- Location: Palmdale, California, United States of America
- Clearance Type: Secret
- Telecommute: No- Teleworking not available for this position
- Shift: Any (United States of America)
- Travel Required: Yes, 10% of the Time
- Positions Available: 3
Northrop Grumman Aeronautics Systems has an opening for either a level 2 or level 3 Power Plant Operator to join our team of qualified, diverse individuals. This position will be located on site in Palmdale, CA.
Definition:
On-shift responsibilities for the operation and maintenance of low-pressure steam boilers, hydronic boilers, oil free screw type air compressors, air dryers, potable water system and central refrigeration plant.
Essential Functions:
Responsible for operating, maintaining, troubleshooting, repairing, and testing low pressure boilers, hot water boilers, steam traps, air compressors, air dryers, chillers with a total capacity of over 2000 tons, and other auxiliary equipment.
Operates, maintains, repairs, and inspect expansion tanks, air compressors, air dryers, various kinds of pumps and valves, steam traps, water treatment systems and other plant auxiliary equipment.
Exercise knowledge of how to operate and maintain heating, refrigeration, potable water, compress air
Exercise basic computer skills for record keeping and system operation.
Test, analyzes, and treats potable water systems to ensure proper chlorine residuals.
Maintains logs of plant operation and records maintenance and repair work performed. Records data such as temperatures, pressures, water levels, and voltage and makes any necessary adjustments
Ensures proper safety response when using different equipment and machinery and uses personal protective equipment when necessary.
Coordinate and communicate with the Maintenance team
Other typical job titles include Stationary Engineer and Operating Engineer
The candidate will be trained on 1st shift then placed into one of the shifts below:
1st shift 4/10 (4 days a week/10 hour shifts - 5:30-16:00)
2nd shift 4/10 (4 days a week/10 hour shifts – 13:30-24:00)
3rd shift 4/10 Graveyard (4 days a week/10 hour shifts – 21:30-8:00)
1st shift 3/10 (3 days a week/10 hour shifts – 5:30-16:00)
2nd shift 3/10 (3 days a week/10 hour shifts – 13:30-24:00)
3rd shift 3/10 Graveyard (3 days a week/10 hour shifts – 21:30-8:00)
This position may be filled as either a level 2 or level 3 Power Plant Operator.
Basic Qualifications for level 2:
High School Diploma or GED and 2 years of related experience in operating and maintaining stationary engines mechanical equipment
The ability to obtain and maintain a DOD Secret Clearance within a reasonable period of time, as determined by the company to meet its business needs
The ability to work any shift and schedule, including Overtime and Holidays
Ability to stand for periods of time
Class C driver’s license
Basic Qualifications for level 3:
High School Diploma or GED and 4 years of related experience in operating and maintaining stationary engines mechanical equipment
The ability to obtain and maintain a DOD Secret Clearance within a reasonable period of time, as determined by the company to meet its business needs
The ability to work any shift and schedule, including Overtime and Holidays
Ability to stand for periods of time
Class C driver’s license
Preferred Qualifications:
T1/D1 water license
T2 and D2 water license
Ability to obtain and maintain an Unlimited Steam License
Certificates of advanced technical training
We offer phenomenal learning opportunities, exposure to a wide variety of projects and customers, and a very friendly collaborative workplace. We are looking for self-motivated, proactive, and goal-oriented people to help us grow our services and become even better at what we do. Does this sound like you?
Our Employee Resource Groups (ERGs) provide benefits for the member, our leaders and the company. Our ERGs offer opportunities to be a friend, be active, be a volunteer, be a leader, to be recognized and to be yourself! Every ERG is inclusive of all employees!
At Northrop Grumman, we are innovating-- building the next generation of sophisticated aircraft to protect our country. Our diverse portfolio of programs means there are endless paths to cultivate your career. We are well-known for our inclusive, family environment, as well as our excellent work/life balance. We also offer exceptional benefits/healthcare, a 9/80 schedule, and a great 401K matching program.
Employees may be eligible for a discretionary bonus in addition to base pay. Annual bonuses are designed to reward individual contributions as well as allow employees to share in company results. Employees in Vice President or Director positions may be eligible for Long Term Incentives. In addition, Northrop Grumman provides a variety of benefits including health insurance coverage, life and disability insurance, savings plan, Company paid holidays and paid time off (PTO) for vacation and/or personal business.
Northrop Grumman is committed to hiring and retaining a diverse workforce. We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer, making decisions without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, or any other protected class. For our complete EEO/AA and Pay Transparency statement, please visit http://www.northropgrumman.com/EEO. U.S. Citizenship is required for all positions with a government clearance and certain other restricted positions.
What's great about
Northrop Grumman
- Be part of a culture that thrives on intellectual curiosity, cognitive diversity and bringing your whole self to work.
- Use your skills to build and deliver innovative tech solutions that protect the world and shape a better future.
- Enjoy benefits like work-life balance, education assistance and paid time off.
Did you know?
Northrop Grumman leads the industry team for NASA’s James Webb Space Telescope, the largest, most complex and powerful space telescope ever built. Launched in December 2021, the telescope incorporates innovative design, advanced technology, and groundbreaking engineering, and will fundamentally alter our understanding of the universe.