$46.00-$55.89 Hourly / $7,973.00-$9,687.00 Monthly / $95,680.00-$116,246.00 Yearly
According to Civil Service
1. Inspects automatic, manual, hydroelectric and electric powerhouse stations and substations to assure that generators, rectifiers, valves and related machinery and equipment operate properly in the generation and distribution of power.
2. Supervises the work of a subordinate group of operators engaged in the generation and distribution of power. This includes assisting employees at remote sites in the performance of duties.
3. Supervises staff in the maintenance of machinery and equipment used in the generation and distribution of power. This includes overseeing the monitoring of the Supervisory Control System (SCADA).
4. Prepares various critical and routine reports, records, meter readings and technical information needed in documenting the generation, distribution and consumption of power.
5. Interprets rules, regulations, policies and procedures related to the operation of powerhouse substations, machinery and equipment. This includes determining needs and preparing requisitions for materials, supplies and resources used in the power plant.
6. Acts for the powerhouse superintendent or as an emergency relief operator as needed.
7. Assists in the development and advancement of subordinates through training and effective use of employee development program.
Knowledge of: power plant operations and various electric concepts related to generators, rectifiers, and valves; operational procedures and the staffing needs required in a power plant; power plant machinery and equipment, generators, rectifiers, valves, and other related machinery and equipment utilized in operating a power plant or substation; electrical and electronic systems theories and concepts used in the operation of a power plant; safety procedures, rules and practices for working with various machinery, equipment and procedures utilized in a power plant or substation.
Ability to: effectively assign, delegate, monitor and coordinate the work of a staff of subordinates; effectively communicate in writing; prepare reports, letters, memos in a clear concise manner; communicate effectively in a clear, concise and effective manner when interacting with subordinates, vendors, and other department representatives.
Two (2) years of fulltime verifiable experience working as a Senior Power House Operator in a hydro-electric generating plant or Transit Motive Power Control Center; OR
Two (2) years of fulltime verifiable experience performing duties equivalent to that of a Senior Power House Operator with the City and County of San Francisco.
Nature of work requires occasional exposure to high noise levels and conditions where serious accidents or injuries may occur such as around large generators and substation units; an ability to differentiate colors; and working shifts, weekends, and holidays.
AMENDED DATE: 8/28/2014