CHIEF POWER PLANT OPERATOR 7680
DISTINGUISHING FEATURES OF THE CLASS
An employee in this class is responsible for overseeing and
participating in the operation of a diesel powered electric generating plant.
Responsibility is included for supervising and participating in the work of
operators. Does related work as required.
Supervises and
participates in the work of operators;
Schedules overhaul,
repair and maintenance of generating units and auxiliary equipment;
Oversees the starting up
and shutting down of equipment in both routine and emergency situations;
Reviews equipment
inspections done by staff;
Verifies safety of
outages before issuing clearances;
Makes inspection tours of
the plant to observe functioning of equipment and takes action to adjust
emergency conditions;
Prepares reports to
supervisor and to various governmental regulating agencies, as required.
FULL PERFORMANCE KNOWLEDGES, SKILLS, ABILITIES AND PERSONAL
CHARACTERISTICS
Thorough knowledge of the construction and operation of large diesel
engines, electric generators, and the auxiliary equipment associated with such
engine equipment; thorough knowledge of the principles and procedures in
operating diesel generating units; thorough knowledge of the principles and
practices of electric power load dispatching; thorough knowledge of
occupational hazards and safety precautions; good knowledge of hand and power
tools; skill in operating diesel engines, electric generators, auxiliary
equipment, hand and power tools; ability to recognize malfunctioning of
mechanical and electrical equipment; ability to act and act quickly in
emergencies; ability to plan, coordinate and supervise the work of employees in
a manner conducive to full performance and high morale; ability to express
oneself clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing; tact; courtesy; good
judgment; physical condition commensurate with the demands of the position.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Graduation from a standard senior high school or possession of a high
school equivalency diploma, and five (5) of years experience operating
electrical generating equipment.
NOTE:
Additional relevant experience may be substituted for the high school
requirement on a year-for-year basis.
6/02/97
SUFFOLK COUNTY
Non-Competitive