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Power Plant Operator Level 3
Northrop Grumman Systems Corporation · 🇺🇸 United States-California-Palmdale
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About the role
RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: No relocation assistance available CLEARANCE REQUIRED FOR START: No CLEARANCE TYPE: Secret TRAVEL: Yes, 10% of the Time Description At Northrop Grumman, our employees have incredible opportunities to work on revolutionary systems that impact people's lives around the world today, and for generations to come. Our pioneering and inventive spirit has enabled us to be at the forefront of many technological advancements in our nation's history - from the first flight across the Atlantic Ocean, to stealth bombers, to landing on the moon. We look for people who have bold new ideas, courage and a pioneering spirit to join forces to invent the future, and have fun along the way. Our culture thrives on intellectual curiosity, cognitive diversity and bringing your whole self to work — and we have an insatiable drive to do what others think is impossible. Our employees are not only part of history, they're making history. Northrop Grumman is looking to hire a Power Plant Operator Level 3 to our team of diverse professionals at our Palmdale, CA location! The Power Plant Operator Level 3 is responsible for the safe, reliable, and efficient operation of the site's central utility systems, including chillers, boilers, air compressors, water treatment systems, water distribution systems, and associated building automation controls. This position plays a critical role in supporting 24/7 site operations and ensuring compliance with all regulatory, environmental, and operational requirements. Operators are responsible for monitoring equipment performance, responding to alarms, performing preventive maintenance activities, conducting required inspections and rounds, supporting troubleshooting efforts, and maintaining continuous operation of critical infrastructure systems. Essential Duties and Responsibilities • Operate and monitor central plant equipment including chillers, boilers, cooling systems, air compressors, pumps, and utility distribution systems. • Perform routine inspections, operational rounds, and equipment readings. • Monitor and respond to Building Management System (BMS) alarms and notifications. • Support water treatment and water distribution operations, including sampling, testing, documentation, and regulatory compliance activities. • Perform preventive and corrective maintenance activities as assigned. • Troubleshoot mechanical, electrical, and control system issues. • Maintain accurate operational logs, reports, and records. • Support emergency response activities related to utility infrastructure. • Coordinate with Facilities Maintenance, HVAC, Plumbing, Electrical, BMS, Environmental, and Engineering teams. • Follow all safety procedures, lockout/tagout requirements, confined space requirements, and company policies. • Maintain compliance with all applicable federal, state, local, and company regulations. • Ability to complete other tasks assigned to support the greater Facility’s needs. Basic Qualifications • High school diploma or equivalent with minimum of 4 years of experience operating industrial, commercial, utility, or central plant systems. • Ability to obtain and maintain both of the following certifications within the first 12 months of employment: • California Water Distribution Operator Grade D2 License. • California Water Treatment Operator Grade T1 License. • Experience with chillers, boilers, air compressors, water systems, or similar industrial equipment. • Ability to read and interpret mechanical, electrical, and process control drawings. • Basic computer proficiency and ability to utilize computerized maintenance management systems (CMMS). • Ability to work rotating shifts, weekends, holidays, and emergency call-outs as required. • Ability to obtain and main