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Headquartered in Reno, NV, Ormat designs, develops, builds, owns and operates geothermal and recovered energy-based power plants in the US and worldwide. With a spotless international reputation, we’re on track to become a leading global provider of renewable energy.<br><br>We take pride in our family-oriented business building practical green energy solutions from the ground up.<br><br>Join a team that’s giving new life to the future of our planet.<br><br><strong>Position Summary<br><br></strong>Responsibilities include overseeing plant operations, including on-shift activities, for both production and coordination of required maintenance. Responsible for the training of staff in accordance with applicable permits, laws, rules, and regulations and directly supervises team members and participates in the employee selection process.<br><br><strong>Essential Functions<br><br></strong><ul><li>Responsible for compliance with and consistent application of safety, environmental and operating procedures.</li><li>Responsible for maintaining operational records, reporting requirements and meeting operational objectives.</li><li>Development of operational procedures, training and qualification processes.</li><li>Responsible for effective and consistent employee evaluation process and continuous staff development.</li><li>Establishes and implements departmental policies, procedures, objectives and goals.</li><li>Makes recommendation for equipment and system enhancements.</li><li>Provides immediate response to plant upsets and ensures safe, effective recovery methods are consistently performed in accordance with specific procedures.</li><li>Oversees call-out and direction of Operations & Maintenance personnel necessary to support plant recovery.</li><li>Contacts the Maintenance Supervisor and I&E supervisor for assistance when needed.</li><li>Effectively analyzes information and develops solutions to problems while mentoring operations staff.</li><li>Assists in administrative duties for the Plant Manager and develops appropriate tools for improvements.</li><li>Ensures that corrective actions and follow-up are taken when required for improving employee performance.</li><li>Must be able to operate a vehicle in a safe manner, enter and exit vehicle without assistance, remain alert while driving for continuous period of time and read and understand maps.<br><br></li></ul><strong>Other Responsibilities<br><br></strong><ul><li>Conducts and manages special projects as assigned by Plant Manager.<br><br></li></ul><strong>Education, Experience, And Skills Required<br><br></strong><ul><li>The ability to understand procedures and instructions specific to the areas of assignment as would be acquired in three to four years of high school with two years’ experience operating in a process plant environment.</li><li>Prior experience and demonstrated aptitude for operating mechanical and electrical equipment.</li><li>Effective written and oral communication skills with the ability to resolve conflicts and complaints in an objective and consistent manner.</li><li>The ability to read and follow written procedures and interpret P & ID and electrical drawings.</li><li>Must be able to read, write and speak English at a level which will permit the employee to accurately understand and communicate information to safely and efficiently perform the job duties.</li><li>Must possess at any time a valid driver’s license with a driving record acceptable to ORMAT auto insurance carrier.</li><li>Must be able to use and acquire knowledge of a variety of computer software applications in word processing, spreadsheets, database and presentation. Must be proficient in MS word, Excel, Power Point and use of the Internet.<br><br></li></ul><strong>Physical Requirements<br><br></strong><ul><li>The ability to lift a minimum of 20 pounds in awkward positions and 75 pounds from the floor to the waist.</li><li>Must be able to climb stairs and work off of elevated platforms and work in severe weather conditions.</li><li>Job requires sitting and/or standing for long periods of time with moderate bending, stooping, and kneeling.</li></ul>

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