Job Description



Combined Cycle Operator

Supports the efficient cost effective production of electric energy by operating and controlling power plant equipment. Monitors instrumentation to determine plant conditions. Performs actions necessary to keep the plant operating within prescribed limits. Respond quickly to abnormal plant conditions or requirements. Operating duties include inspection, preventative maintenance and repairs incidental to the performance of regular duties. Assist in the development and defining of overall operations policies and procedures. Operates and monitors turbines, generators, boilers, water treatment equipment and plant auxiliary equipment. Maintain high personnel and equipment safety and environmental compliance standards and practices. Cooperates with system dispatchers relative to load voltage changes, frequency and switch requirements, adjusting controls of generating equipment accordingly to operating conditions and synchronizes the equipment with the system; maintains daily log, a record of all dispatcher and trouble calls, and visitors records; maintains in a clean and orderly manner control room, all equipment and panels; informs relief fully on existing and preceding operating conditions of the plant and system; acts as part of overhaul crew during plant shutdown, or any emergency when necessary, may be required to perform any function in the plant. Inspects and operates plant auxiliary equipment. Must be familiar with trip functions and testing of all equipment as directed. Supplement maintenance by performing basic maintenance duties as trained. Employees will perform any and all tasks for which they are properly trained and can competently and safely perform.

Note: Immigration Sponsorship

At this time, we're not considering applicants that need any type of immigration sponsorship (additional work authorization or permanent work authorization) now or in the future to work in the United States. This includes, but is NOT LIMITED TO: F1-OPT, F1-CPT, H-1B, TN, L-1, J-1, etc. For more information regarding work visas, please visit www.uscis.gov

 NV Energy is looking for qualified people to join us in one of the premier energy companies in the West. Located in the fastest growing state in the United States, NV Energy provides electricity to 1.3 million customers throughout Nevada as well as a state tourist population exceeding 40 million annually. Among the many communities we serve are Las Vegas, Reno-Sparks, Henderson, Elko and South Lake Tahoe. We also provide natural gas to more than 155,000 citizens in the Reno-Sparks area.