Job Title: Plant Operator I
Konawa, OK, US, 74849
JOB INFORMATION
- Job Title: Plant Operator I
- Job Code: 127953
- Effective Date: 2026-02-02
JOB SUMMARY
LEVEL OF RESPONSIBILITY
- Routine duties based on detailed instruction. Works under direct supervision. Responds to routine questions and problems within standards and guides. Follows established procedures to accomplish requirements of job.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
- Completes OGE Plant Operator Training Program attaining proficiency in all plant systems.
- Monitors, operates and checks equipment.
- Identifies abnormal equipment operations.
- Takes corrective action and/or initiates requests for equipment repair.
- Monitors, analyzes and performs boiler and cooling water chemistry tests.
- Keeps logs, records data and verbally communicates plant conditions.
- Utilizes SAP/PM system for equipment history and verification of work performed.
- Acquires Lock out tag out (LOTO) qualification in all plant systems.
- Performs LOTO on qualified systems.
- Follows all safety and environmental rules and regulations.
- Repairs, inspects and maintains boiler and boiler auxiliaries, turbine/generator auxiliaries, also fuel supply equipment and auxiliaries, if applicable.
- Performs general craft tasks, operates various industrial equipment, and uses power hand tools.
- Reads and interprets drawings and prints.
- Works with other craft and plant personnel as required.
- Continually seeks process improvement to save cost and increase efficiency.
- All other duties as assigned.
REQUIREMENTS
- Associate's Degree in a technical discipline; Or
- High School Diploma/GED And 1 year experience in a technical field; Or
- A certificate of completion from a vocational trade institution in a technical field; Or
- Prior military service for at least one enlistment as documented on DD Form 214.
WORKING CONDITIONS
- Required to carry pager and/or cell phone while on call and responding to call outs, potentially including weekends and holidays.
- May be required to work beyond normal 40-hour workweek.
- Subject to operating personal computer for extended periods.
- Requires occasional travel primarily via automobile (some overnight) to remote locations throughout the system to monitor operations equipment and activities.
- Must be able to move about on foot and follow safety, emergency response procedures and regulations.
- Must possess Operator Qualification modules within a specified time determined by organization upon job entry.
- Must complete required Process Safety Management Training within a specified time determined by organization upon job entry.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS - LIFTING AND OTHER WEIGHT REQMTS
- General Requirements
- Occasionally:Sitting
- Occasionally:Climbing
- Occasionally:Kneeling
- Occasionally:Crouching
- Occasionally:Crawling
- Occasionally:Repetitive Motions
- Frequently:Standing
- Frequently:Walking
- Frequently:Pushing
- Frequently:Pulling
- Frequently:Stooping
- Frequently:Reaching
- Frequently:Grasping
- Frequently:Eye/Hand/Foot Coordination Lifting & Other Weight Requirements
- Frequently:Lifting up to 50 lbs
- Frequently:Carrying up to 50 lbs
SPECIAL SAFETY REQUIREMENTS
- Member is required to drive in order to perform their job duties. (Member is assigned a company vehicle and/or member must drive a company and/or personal vehicle to complete company business at least 50% of time.)
- The handling, packaging, processing, storage, disposal or transport of hazardous materials;
- The operation of equipment, machinery or power tools;
- Repairing, maintaining or monitoring the performance or operation of any equipment, machinery or manufacturing process, the malfunction or disruption of which could result in injury or property damage;
- Performing firefighting duties – Fire fighter duties does not include responding to incipient stage/coal fires;
- The extraction, compression, processing, manufacturing, handling, packaging, storage, disposal, treatment or transport of potentially volatile, flammable, combustible materials, elements, chemicals or any other highly regulated component;
- The operation, maintenance or oversight of critical services and infrastructure including but not limited to, electric utilities, power generation or distribution;
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES (KSAS)
- Ability to acquire Lock out tag out (LOTO) qualification and proficiency in all plant systems.
- Ability to adopt and practice IIF (Incident and Injury Free) philosophy.
- Ability to perform basic semi-strong maintenance and manual tasks.
- Ability to communicate effectively in speech and writing.
- Ability to interact effectively and professionally with team members, leaders, and customers.
- Ability to troubleshoot basic problems, and resolve effectively.
- Ability to understand and comply with company policies and operating procedures.
- Basic understanding of plant and equipment systems/processes.
- Ability to use common purpose hand tools and other materials of various craft trades.
- Ability to work with minimal supervision, following approved work methods and standard testing practices.
- Computer skills with knowledge of MS Office Suite applications.
- Ability to adjust and adapt across varied working conditions and evolving business needs.
- Knowledge and understanding of safety requirements and the use of personal protective equipment.
- Knowledge of basic math.
- Demonstrated mechanical aptitude and familiarity working with mechanical equipment (e.g., pumps, electric motors, air compressors, valves, welding, fabrication, construction, pipe fitting, etc.).
LICENSES AND CERTIFICATIONS
- Required Certifications/Licensures:(Valid Driver’s License)
HEALTH AND SAFETY (MEDICAL/DOT REQUIREMENTS)
- Pre-Employment Drug Screen
- Pre-Employment Physical
- Audiogram Baseline
- Exams position specific - Consult Health & Safety
- Job Specific Physical Assessment
- This position is classified as a Safety-Sensitive Job under state law. Individuals in this position are subject to the terms and conditions set forth in OGE Energy Corp.’s Drug Testing Plan.
SALARY RANGE
$56,971 - $71,157
Nearest Major Market: Oklahoma City
Nearest Secondary Market: Oklahoma