Position Purpose:
The Shift Lead will ensure the safe, reliable, and cost effective operations of an energy center while serving as the lead operator of an assigned shift. Responsibility also includes overseeing the continuous operation, maintenance and repairs of reciprocating engines, generators, and auxiliary equipment.
Primary Duties/Responsibilities:
- Responsible for the safe, reliable, and cost effective operation of an energy center consisting of reciprocating engine generators, battery energy storage systems (BESSs) and auxiliary equipment while interfacing with DCS systems.
- Lead and direct operators on assigned shift in engine generator and BESS operations.
- Maintain shift operating logs and records.
- Perform regular equipment rounds, taking critical readings from pressure gauges, temperature indicators, meters and other instruments.
- Routinely follow safe working practices and maintain environmental awareness identifying hazards and taking corrective action as approved.
- Assist in the development of standard operational procedures as assigned.
- Recommend plant betterment items to improve overall plant efficiency, reliability, and safety.