Plant Technician
About the job
- The candidate must have 2–4 years of related experience.
- The candidate must satisfactorily complete Tier 1 job performance measures covering basic operations, mechanical, electrical, and instrument and controls skills.
- The candidate must have a high school diploma, general education degree (GED), or equivalent.
- The candidate must demonstrate standard computer-based skills.
- The candidate must demonstrate effective oral and verbal communication skills.
- If applicable, the candidate must meet the requirement of PT1-E.
- The candidate must successfully complete the POSS/MASS examination before the interview.
- Perform operations of plant equipment within specification and environmental regulations under the direction of skilled Plant Technicians.
- Continue learning the proper function of equipment and perform maintenance at a gas plant for the gas fleet.
- Promote safe, effective, and reliable operation.
- Assist with or perform troubleshooting of plant equipment, preventive and corrective maintenance, daily maintenance, construction, demolition, overhauls, repair or replacement, and removal or installation of plant equipment and structures.
- Maintain equipment at the plant.
- Perform clearances in Lockout/Tagout Operations (LOTOV) under the direction of a senior operator or supervisor.
- Use and operate hand, power, precision, and machine tools necessary to support safe and productive work environments.
- Maintain working knowledge of electronic control systems and computers.
- Understand and follow current safety and environmental regulations necessary to conduct all phases of work.
- Adhere to safety, health, and environmental procedures related to plant operations and maintenance, including Lockout/Tagout, Job Safety Analysis, Confined Space, Hot Work, Electrical Safety, and personal protective equipment.
- Progress in skill within the primary skill set.
- Satisfactorily complete Tier 2 job performance measures, predominantly consisting of sign-offs demonstrating different primary and auxiliary system operations and maintenance relevant to the primary skill.
- Demonstrate continual self-improvement in job skills and knowledge.
About the company
Luminant generates electricity in Texas and also conducts mining, wholesale marketing and trading, and development activities as part of Vistra Energy. It owns about 17,000 MW of capacity, including nuclear and coal, and buys wind power to supply and balance its portfolio. It differs from competitors by combining a large, diversified generation fleet with active trading, mining, and development under a Texas-focused parent, rather than focusing on only generation or only retail. Its goal is to be a leading competitive energy provider in Texas by owning and operating a broad mix of assets and participating in wholesale markets to deliver reliable power.
Company Size
1,001-5,000
Company Stage
Grant
Total Funding
$1M
Headquarters
Dallas, Texas
Founded
N/A
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Simplify's Take
What believers are saying
- FERC approved a January 5, 2026 settlement without monetary penalty for standard violations.
- On February 6, 2026, Luminant revised its voluntary mitigation plan for ERCOT operations.
- Luminant’s 2021 Oak Hill solar project and 2026 development pipeline diversify revenue beyond coal.
What critics are saying
- Texas regulators penalized Luminant $300,000 on January 20, 2026 for ERCOT violations.
- The Supreme Court of Texas preserved Winter Storm Uri claims dismissal on March 27, 2026.
- Paxton’s office is probing restrictive deed covenants across 100-plus Luminant parcels, threatening land strategy.
What makes Luminant unique
- Vistra-owned Luminant spans nuclear, coal, gas, mining, and wholesale trading in Texas.
- Martin Lake and Comanche Peak anchor dispatchable baseload capacity inside ERCOT.
- Luminant controls retired mine land, enabling solar, storage, and redevelopment projects.
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Capristo succeeds Luminant’s Senior Vice President and Chief Nuclear Officer Ken Peters, who served as Vice Chair for three years.
Commercial Liability Partners (CLP) purchased the plant from Luminant in 2020.