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Luminant

Operates competitive power generation and trading

Power Plant Outside Operator

Full-TimeUpdated on 10/23/2026
No salary listed
Mid
Reading, PA, USA
In Person
General Maintenance & RepairEquipment Maintenance

About the job

Requirements
  • Have 2–4 years of related experience.
  • Power plant experience is preferred.
  • Successfully complete Tier 1 job performance measures covering basic operations, mechanical, electrical, and instrument and controls skills.
  • Have a high school diploma, GED, or equivalent.
  • Demonstrate standard computer-based skills.
  • Demonstrate effective oral and verbal communication skills.
  • Have independent troubleshooting knowledge.
  • Be able to work under pressure and make decisions in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.
  • Successfully pass the Plant Operator Selection System/Power Plant Operations and Maintenance (POSS/MASS) pre-employment test.
  • Be flexible to changing conditions and situations and remain calm and think clearly in emergencies.
  • Be able to access all plant areas, including confined spaces, high elevations, and hot areas, when required for operations, maintenance, or safety emergencies.
  • Be able to read and respond visually to computer-generated data, instrumentation, gauges, readouts, and color variations.
  • Have the manual dexterity to operate keyboards, pushbuttons, dials, and valves.
  • Be able to climb stairs and ladders and enter confined spaces as required.
  • Be able to lift 50 pounds.
  • Pass a respirator physical and fit test.
  • Maintain confidentiality of records and other documents.
  • Independently prioritize and multitask to complete assigned work on time.
  • Manage external relationships with vendors and contractors.
Responsibilities
  • Operate, monitor, and control the status of power plant systems from the control room.
  • Execute plant shutdowns and startups, respond to alarms and equipment issues, and coordinate maintenance and work with current plant conditions and commercial commitments.
  • Perform preventive and corrective maintenance to ensure proper functioning of gas plant equipment.
  • Promote safe, effective, and reliable plant operations.
  • Assist with or perform troubleshooting of plant equipment and preventive and corrective maintenance, including 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 under the direction of a senior operator or supervisor.
  • Use and operate hand, power, precision, and machine tools needed to support safe and productive work.
  • Maintain working knowledge of electronic control systems and computers.
  • Follow current safety and environmental regulations throughout all phases of work.
  • Adhere to safety, health, and environmental procedures for plant operations and maintenance, including lockout/tagout, job safety analysis, confined space, hot work, electrical safety, and personal protective equipment.
Desired Qualifications
  • Satisfactory completion of Tier 2 job performance measures, primarily sign-offs demonstrating operation and maintenance of different primary and auxiliary systems relevant to the primary skill.
  • Demonstrate continual 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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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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Benefits

  • Flexible Work Hours
  • Hybrid Work Options

Growth & Insights and Company News

6 month growth

-3%

1 year growth

-2%

2 year growth

-2%
Gray Television Group, Inc.
Mar 10th, 2025
Family of Robertson County power plant worker files wrongful death lawsuit against Luminant

Family of robertson County power plant worker files wrongful death lawsuit against Luminant.

Townsquare Media
Nov 11th, 2021
Luminant Energy expanded facilities to Newton, Massachusetts, United States on Oct 1st 21'.

According to the Longview News Journal, in October of last year Luminant announced "plans to build a new solar farm on the site of the retired Oak Hill mine and on the west side of Martin Lake Power Plant.

Utilities Service Alliance, Inc.
Jul 26th, 2021
Luminant Energy hires Capristo as Senior Vice President and Chief Nuclear Officer

Capristo succeeds Luminant’s Senior Vice President and Chief Nuclear Officer Ken Peters, who served as Vice Chair for three years.

Gray Media
Jul 1st, 2021
Luminant Energy sold assets to Commercial Liability Partners on Jan 1st 20'.

Commercial Liability Partners (CLP) purchased the plant from Luminant in 2020.