Powerplant Operator

Operates control boards, exciters, disconnects, power circuit breakers, load and voltage control equipment, and signal systems at all locations. Operates high and low tension disconnect switches and places and removes protective tags/locks in all substations, switchyards, and generating stations. Operates all equipment in the powerhouses, central section, dam, and associated structures as directed by the Control Center Operator including starting, stopping, synchronizing, and condensing generators; transmission line breakers; 120/480/2400VAC station service switchgear and lighting systems; large gates and valves to maintain proper river flow and for watering or unwatering penstocks, scroll cases, and draft tubes; transferring lubricating and transformer oil; draining and filling transformers, generator unit bearings, and governor oil systems. Performs periodic inspections of switchyards and associated equipment including bus structures, wave traps, insulators, motor operated disconnect