TS Power Plant - Operator

The TS Power Plant is looking to hire an experienced operator to safely operate the plant’s processes and systems in support of operations and fuels.

• Perform all pre-shift, preop and workplace checks and inspections as required.
  
• Keep proper communications with Control Room Operator, letting him communicate status of all plant equipment.
  
• Proficient in all plant systems and processes and be able to train others.
  
• Be able to intelligently assist the Plant Control Room Operator in the control room.
  
• Be able to troubleshoot and operate the backend equipment of the plant. Write work requests as needed.
  
• Follow procedure, have full knowledge of procedures used in the plant.
  
• Recognize equipment or systems operating outside of normal ranges
  
• Be proficient in the operation of the plant Lock Out/Tag Out procedure. Be able to perform Lockout/Tagouts.
  
• Communicate all pertinent information during shift relief.
  
• Follow good housekeeping practices.
  

Successful candidates will train/work with various unit operations at the power plant involving the following:

• Plant work safety systems (OSHA site)
  
• State of the Art Emerson Ovation Distributed Control System (DCS) with D-EHC turbine generator controls
  
• A 242-Megawatt Toshiba steam turbine generator and auxiliaries
  
• Steam generating B&W boiler PRB fuel drum type and associated auxiliary equipment
  
• Water pumping systems and rest of balance of plant: Condensate water and boiler feedwater systems with low pressure and high-pressure shell and tube heat exchangers etc.
  
• Water treatment systems: boiler de-mineralized water system, and cooling tower and side stream water softening equipment and wastewater to the evaporation ponds
  

Environmental systems: Air quality control systems; SCR flue gas NOx removal, Spray Dryer Absorber (SDA) for SO2 removal, mercury removal system and Baghouse for particulate matter removal in flue gas

• Previous experience working in an industrial or plant environment required.
  
• Exhibit outstanding verbal and written communication skills required.
  
• The ability to work a rotating schedule of nights and days is an essential function of this role
  

• A comprehensive compensation package including bonuses benefits, and stock purchase plans where applicable
  
• Ability to make a difference and lasting impact
  
• Work in a dynamic, collaborative, progressive, and high-performing team
  
• An Opportunity to transform Traditional Mining into the future of Digital Mining
  
• Opportunities to grow and learn with the industry colleagues are endless
  
• Access to a variety of career opportunities across locations
  

Nevada Gold Mines is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer