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Calpine

Manager Operations

Calpine, San Jose, California, United States, 95199


Calpine Corporation is America's largest generator of electricity from natural gas and geothermal resources with operations in competitive power markets. Its fleet of 77 power plants in operation represents over 27,000 megawatts of generation capacity. Through wholesale power operations and its retail businesses, Calpine serves customers in 22 states and Canada. Its clean, efficient, modern and flexible fleet uses advanced technologies to generate power in a low-carbon and environmentally responsible manner.The company was established on the premise that a strong commitment to the environment is inextricably linked to excellence in power generation and corporate responsibility. Since its founding in 1984, Calpine has led the power industry in its unwavering commitment to environmental stewardship. In addition, its renewable geothermal plants use steam generated deep below the earth's surface to produce clean, renewable electricity.Job SummaryManage the daily operations and production activities. Plan and direct the work activities of operations personnel. Supervises operators in all aspects of power plant operations. Issues operating instructions for economic dispatch, ensures optimum water balance is maintained, and supervises the plant chemistry program. Assure operational efficiency, reliability, and compliance with safety and environmental standards. Develops and coordinates plant safety programs, including oversight of training certifications, compliance, and tag-out procedures. Accountable for maintaining up-to-date environmental and permit requirements. Ensures that all Calpine compliance reports are complete, accurate, and submitted in a timely manner. Ensures compliance with all local, State, and Federal regulations and plant procedures for staff. Monitors and enforces a safe work environment and participates in the development of procedures that support consistent and safe operations.Job ResponsibilitiesAccomplishes work through others. Manages a combination of multiple operations and maintenance functions such as commissioning, control room operations, crane operations and vehicle maintenance, plant maintenance, IC&E, and water treatment with an operational focus.Manages employees performing related duties including full human resources, cost and budgetary accountabilities.Decisions typically related to resources, project approach, and tactical operations.Results have significant impact on costs and the achievement of function objectives or project-based goals. Assists in the development and administration of plant operating budgets.Makes decisions for large-scale projects, a closely related set of projects and initiatives involving own and possibly related functional areas.Receives assignments in the form of objectives and determines tactical approach, resources, schedules, and goals. Prepares and communicates work schedules for staff, balances workload, and monitors quality of results.Manages multiple functions within operation. Regularly manages large-scale projects/activities or a very closely related set of projects/activities.Responsible for performance reviews, promotional decisions, and pay actions for support and professional levels. Oversees the training and development of staff, including contractors.Serves as one of the primary decision makers in the recruiting and selection process.Job RequirementsHigh School Diploma, degree from technical/vocational school or equivalent. Prefer Associate’s or Bachelor’s Degree.Previous work leadership or senior level contributor experience.Typically requires minimum of 5+ years of power plant operations experience, preferably aeroderivative combustion turbine background.Strong computer skills including experience working with spreadsheets, databases, and word processing software.Valid state driver’s license.Salary InformationHourly range rate - $132,890 to $169,435

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