Operator, Facilities 1 (Utility Operator)

JOB SUMMARY:

The employee in this classification, on assigned shifts, performs a variety of tasks associated with the steam plant operation, fuel supply, emission control systems and other tasks associated with a thermal power station.

KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES:

• Operate, monitor, troubleshoot, clean and perform routine servicing and maintenance of assigned plant equipment, including the water treatment plant and ash removal system

• Perform routine procedures to clean and ignite burners of gas, oil or pulverized coal-fired boilers where required

• Receive and document fuel supply shipments

• Arrange for appropriate permits and perform switching, as authorized, in accordance with the Standard Protection Code

• Operate, monitor and troubleshoot potable water and sewage systems where required to meet provincial and federal regulations

• Provide assistance to shift personnel in the operation ...