
Instrument and Electrical Technician
Luminant, Odessa, TX, United States
Job Summary
Vistra is seeking electricians to support the maintenance team at the Odessa-Ector Power Plant. The successful candidate will be responsible for troubleshooting, repairing, testing, and performing preventive maintenance on plant electrical systems.
Key Accountabilities
Perform preventative and corrective maintenance on breakers, switch gear, switch yards, motor control centers, AC & DC circuitry, electrical disconnects, transformers, lighting panels, HVAC, UPS, batteries, chargers, inverters, and VFD’s.
Troubleshoot and diagnose problems in systems, read and interpret online diagrams, electrical protection schemes, P&IDs, equipment specifications, and vendor service manuals.
Troubleshoot electrical faults and restore equipment safely
Test and calibrate protective relays, meters, and monitoring equipment
Document maintenance activities, test results, and equipment conditions in the Computerized Maintenance Management System (CMMS). Experience in Maximo and SAP preferred
Support plant outage activities as required
Assist in the development and administration of the Lock-Out-Tag-Out program.
Ensures strict adherence to safety, health, and environmental procedures as they relate to plant operations and maintenance, including but not limited to Lockout Tagout, Job Safety Analysis, Confined Space, Hot Work, Electrical Safety, and PPE.
Will be on a rotating call-out schedule
Level of position will be determined by applicable skills/experience
Education, Experience, And Skill Requirements
High school graduate or GED required. Completion of trade school, military service training programs, or tech training preferred.
Texas journeyman electrical license preferred
Prior electrical experience required; Heavy industrial electrical experience preferred.
Must possess basic math skills, good verbal communication skills, and be proficient with the use of power and precision tools.
Ability to read prints/schematics
Must have knowledge of Safety and Environment rules as they relate to electrical maintenance
Working knowledge of CMMS. Familiarity with Maximo is preferred
Additional experience with machinery repair and control systems preferred.
Experience working on both AC and DC power.
All applicants must be a successful candidate on the Plant Operator Selection System/Power Plant Operations and Maintenance (POSS / MASS) program in order to be considered a candidate for this position. POSS / MASS exams are administered on an as‑needed basis by Human Resources and all communication concerning the testing is sent to the candidate's email address provided during the application process.
Physical Requirements
Ability to stand, walk, climb, and work in confined spaces.
Ability to ascend and descend ladders
Lift up to 50 lbs and perform physical tasks in an industrial environment.
Work in hot, cold, and noisy environments as required.
Job Family
Plant Operations
Company
Luminant Generation Company LLC
Locations
Odessa, Texas
It is the policy of the Company to comply with all employment laws and to afford equal employment opportunity to individuals in all aspects of employment, including in selection for job opportunities, without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, pregnancy, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, military service, protected veteran status, or any other consideration protected by federal, state or local laws.
If you are an individual with a disability and need assistance submitting an application or would like to request an accommodation, please email us at assistance@vistraenergy.com to make a request.
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Vistra is seeking electricians to support the maintenance team at the Odessa-Ector Power Plant. The successful candidate will be responsible for troubleshooting, repairing, testing, and performing preventive maintenance on plant electrical systems.
Key Accountabilities
Perform preventative and corrective maintenance on breakers, switch gear, switch yards, motor control centers, AC & DC circuitry, electrical disconnects, transformers, lighting panels, HVAC, UPS, batteries, chargers, inverters, and VFD’s.
Troubleshoot and diagnose problems in systems, read and interpret online diagrams, electrical protection schemes, P&IDs, equipment specifications, and vendor service manuals.
Troubleshoot electrical faults and restore equipment safely
Test and calibrate protective relays, meters, and monitoring equipment
Document maintenance activities, test results, and equipment conditions in the Computerized Maintenance Management System (CMMS). Experience in Maximo and SAP preferred
Support plant outage activities as required
Assist in the development and administration of the Lock-Out-Tag-Out program.
Ensures strict adherence to safety, health, and environmental procedures as they relate to plant operations and maintenance, including but not limited to Lockout Tagout, Job Safety Analysis, Confined Space, Hot Work, Electrical Safety, and PPE.
Will be on a rotating call-out schedule
Level of position will be determined by applicable skills/experience
Education, Experience, And Skill Requirements
High school graduate or GED required. Completion of trade school, military service training programs, or tech training preferred.
Texas journeyman electrical license preferred
Prior electrical experience required; Heavy industrial electrical experience preferred.
Must possess basic math skills, good verbal communication skills, and be proficient with the use of power and precision tools.
Ability to read prints/schematics
Must have knowledge of Safety and Environment rules as they relate to electrical maintenance
Working knowledge of CMMS. Familiarity with Maximo is preferred
Additional experience with machinery repair and control systems preferred.
Experience working on both AC and DC power.
All applicants must be a successful candidate on the Plant Operator Selection System/Power Plant Operations and Maintenance (POSS / MASS) program in order to be considered a candidate for this position. POSS / MASS exams are administered on an as‑needed basis by Human Resources and all communication concerning the testing is sent to the candidate's email address provided during the application process.
Physical Requirements
Ability to stand, walk, climb, and work in confined spaces.
Ability to ascend and descend ladders
Lift up to 50 lbs and perform physical tasks in an industrial environment.
Work in hot, cold, and noisy environments as required.
Job Family
Plant Operations
Company
Luminant Generation Company LLC
Locations
Odessa, Texas
It is the policy of the Company to comply with all employment laws and to afford equal employment opportunity to individuals in all aspects of employment, including in selection for job opportunities, without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, pregnancy, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, military service, protected veteran status, or any other consideration protected by federal, state or local laws.
If you are an individual with a disability and need assistance submitting an application or would like to request an accommodation, please email us at assistance@vistraenergy.com to make a request.
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