What are the responsibilities and job description for the Powerplant Operator Sr position at Bureau of Reclamation?
Reclamation is seeking a career professional looking for an opportunity to capitalize on their expertise as a Powerplant Operator Sr. You can make a difference in the West by assisting in meeting increasing water demands while protecting the environment.
This is an open continuous announcement for one (1) year from the initial open date. See Additional Information section for cut-off dates.
Duty Location: Grand Coulee, Washington https://www.usbr.gov/pn/about/hr/area-information.html
Minimum qualifications for trades and labor positions are determined by evaluation of job elements. You must meet at least 2 points on the screen-out element(s) and obtain an average of at least 2 points on all of the job elements in order to be considered qualified for this position.
Experience refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service programs (e.g., Peace Corps, AmeriCorps) and other organizations (e.g., professional; philanthropic; religious; spiritual; community, student, social). Volunteer work helps build critical competencies, knowledge, and skills and can provide valuable training and experience that translates directly to paid employment. You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience.
You must meet all Eligibility and Qualification requirements by 09/26/2025 or by the cut-off date for which you wish to be considered.
This is an open continuous announcement for one (1) year from the initial open date. See Additional Information section for cut-off dates.
Duty Location: Grand Coulee, Washington https://www.usbr.gov/pn/about/hr/area-information.html
Qualifications:
Your application materials must demonstrate sufficient experience and training to perform the duties of a Powerplant Operator Senior without more than normal supervision. Qualifications will be determined on the basis of information submitted within your resume and responses to the assessment questions. For information about qualifications for Federal Wage System positions please, visit OPM.Minimum qualifications for trades and labor positions are determined by evaluation of job elements. You must meet at least 2 points on the screen-out element(s) and obtain an average of at least 2 points on all of the job elements in order to be considered qualified for this position.
Experience refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service programs (e.g., Peace Corps, AmeriCorps) and other organizations (e.g., professional; philanthropic; religious; spiritual; community, student, social). Volunteer work helps build critical competencies, knowledge, and skills and can provide valuable training and experience that translates directly to paid employment. You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience.
You must meet all Eligibility and Qualification requirements by 09/26/2025 or by the cut-off date for which you wish to be considered.
Responsibilities:
Serves as Lead Powerplant Operator on shift at the third powerplant duty station. Manually operates three 820,000 hp, 600 MW turbine/generators, and three 1,053,900 hp, 805 MW turbine/generators, unit auxiliary equipment and ancillary equipment in the powerplant and dam. Operates: compressed air systems, pressurized oil and lubricating systems, cooling systems, potable water systems, sewage system, fire protection systems, heating/ventilating systems, power transformers, power distribution systems and system stability devices.Salary : $65
