Power Plant Operator Cover Letter

Please consider me for the power plant operator opportunity. I am including my resume that lists my qualifications and experience.

In my previous role, I was responsible for comprehensive analysis and provides recommendations to operations and maintenance power plant personnel to enhance operating procedures and/or improve maintenance methods.

Please consider my qualifications and experience:

• Diesel mechanics license and State of Hawaii Driver's License (CDL) preferred
• Standing, sitting, walking, climbing ladders/scaffolding and lifting (50 Lbs.)
• Work at height
• Work with and/or around high pressure processes such as hydraulics, water and air, high temperature surfaces and exhaust gases, high and low voltage electrical generating and distribution equipment, high speed rotating machinery, and chemicals and chemical process equipment
• May be exposed to high noise, heat and cold
• Be able to don personal protective equipment including but not limited to eye and hearing protection, SCBA's and respirators, fall protection, and various classes of arc flash and chemical protective clothing
• Self-starter who demonstrates initiative and has a 'can do' attitude
• Competent computer skills with proficiency in the use of the MS Office Suite and email

I would like to submit my application for the power plant operator opening. Please accept this letter and the attached resume.

In my previous role, I was responsible for guidance and support to plant staff to help ensure compliance related tasks are performed as prescribed in Power Generation plant modification process.

My experience is an excellent fit for the list of requirements in this job:

• Has excellent communication and listening skills, gives and receives feedback on a regular basis
• The operation of fans, compressors, pumps, farm machinery, or other relevant types of rotating, stamping, or moving equipment
• Proven basic math skills, verbal and written communication skills
• Proficient in the installation of instrumentation tubing including bending, cutting, and Swagelok fittings
• Knowledge of fiber optic troubleshooting, terminations, and splicing
• Power Plant and/or maintenance experience preferred
• Knowledge of the elementary principles of mechanical measuring devices, instruments, controls, and regulating devices as used in steam electric plants
• Knowledge of the principles of operation and function of steam boilers, turbo-generators, pumps, heaters, steam traps, piping systems, pressure and level regulators and their controls, and auxiliary systems

I am excited to be applying for the position of power plant operator. Please accept this letter and the attached resume as my interest in this position.

Previously, I was responsible for an “expert” level of consultation and complex problem solving associated with a wide variety of valves, actuators and piping systems for power plant equipment to plant operations personnel.

Please consider my qualifications and experience:

• Strong mechanical and/or Electrical & Instrumentation skills
• Operational or maintenance experience with steam turbines
• Experience utilizing distributed control systems (DCS) or programmable logic controls (PLCs)
• Proven safety record and history of safety leadership (including peer-to-peer feedback, participation in Risk Assessment process, participation in Risk Reduction activities)
• Capable of learning fundamentals of turbine, boiler, and cooling system operations including chemical and thermodynamic principles
• Prepare, document and deliver formal training to a group
• Has excellent communication and listening skills
• Has a “Safety-First” mindset before performing any assignment

Please consider me for the power plant operator opportunity. I am including my resume that lists my qualifications and experience.

Previously, I was responsible for technical expertise to the Project and Maintenance organizations within the facility on electrical systems to ensure that design of equipment and systems meets the intent of corporate and plant design standards.

I reviewed the requirements of the job opening and I believe my candidacy is an excellent fit for this position. Some of the key requirements that I have extensive experience with include:

• Is self-motivated to achieve high quality standards while working in a high performing, self-directed team environment
• Rebuild procedures of gearboxes, pumps, agitators
• Strong verbal and written communication skills – Able to create, document and update written standards
• Computer skills with SAP, Microsoft Word, Outlook and other Windows applications
• Strong leadership skills to be able to positively influence others to work safely and efficiently in a self-directed team environment
• Experience with Power Generation and/or Boiler Operations
• Journeyman level skills supported by successful completion of a certified electrical training program or apprenticeship in a relevant discipline
• Able to perform physically demanding tasks, work at heights and work within confined spaces

I would like to submit my application for the power plant operator opening. Please accept this letter and the attached resume.

Previously, I was responsible for technical guidance, instruction and assistance on existing and new equipment and assets at the Bear Creek Power Plant;.

Please consider my experience and qualifications for this position:

• Troubleshooting and Maintaining Plant Electrical and I & C related equipment
• Power Plant experience is preferred
• Self motivated individual, and able to work independently with minimal supervision
• Team oriented, flexible and willing to assist in other technical disciplines
• All employees are subject to random drug screens
• Knowledge of mathematical skills necessary to perform job duties
• Knowledge of the maintenance and repair procedures necessary to ensure the proper safe working operation of all mechanical and power equipment
• High school diploma, GED, or vocational school and