Powerhouse Supervisor supervises employees responsible for the operations and maintenance of equipment such as generators, boilers, turbines, compressors, or ventilating or refrigerating systems. Monitors equipment and operating conditions to ensure safety standards are met. Powerhouse Supervisor, a level I supervisor is considered a working supervisor with little authority for personnel actions. May require a bachelor's degree in area of specialty. Additionally, Powerhouse Supervisor typically reports to a manager or head of a unit/department. Working team member that may validate or coordinate the work of others on a support team. Suggests improvements to process, is a knowledge resource for other team members. Has no authority for staff actions. Generally has a minimum of 2 years experience as an individual contributor. Thorough knowledge of the team processes. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)
Primary Function:
Operates steam and gas turbo-generators, air compressors, boilers, auxiliary equipment, water plant, and assists Control Operator and Boiler Operator in coordination of power, steam, air, river water and drinking water production.
Tools and Equipment:
Plant control and recording instruments, switches, switchgear, turbine generators, auxiliary equipment, testing equipment, oil purifier, small hand tools, computers, forced draft fans, waste heat boilers, cooling equipment, boiler feed water and condensate heaters, water treatment plant, river water pumps, emergency fire pump, boiler feed pumps, small hand tools, feed water booster pumps, condensate transfer pumps, hydrostatic pumps, etc.
Working Description:
Materials Handled:
Power, steam, gas, hydrogen, oil, water, chemicals, lubricants, acid, air, natural gas, lubricants, alcohol, chlorine, etc.