Station Operator

"This position is open to current NIPSCO employees only"

$49.75 - $55.15

Wheatfield - RMSGS

4x4

Reporting to Norman Henderson

In order to be an eligible bidder, employees must have successfully passed Station Operator pre-entry school.  Per the terms of the CBA, Station Operator vacancies will be offered first to those in OLOP by seniority.  Once those employees within OLOP have been exhausted, the Company will offer the vacancy to the senior employee who has previously passed pre-entry School.  If no employee who has passed pre-entry school accepts the vacancy, the Company will go back up the bidder list to offer the vacancy by seniority to those employees who have not passed pre-entry school. If employee accepts, they will be slotted into the next scheduled school. Employees must successfully pass pre-entry school before reporting to the job.

Job requires than an employee must have successfully passed a fit test within the last twelve (12) months. If not, the employee will be fit tested prior to reporting.

Job Title:  Station Operator

Job Code:  NP219

 

Job Summary

The Station Operator will be hired to operate, inspect, service, and maintain steam generators, turbines, auxiliary equipment, boilers, breakers, switchgear, transformers, cooling towers and other related equipment. 

 

Principal Duties and Responsibilities

• Operate, inspect, service and maintain bottom ash and fly ash disposal equipment, station heating equipment, condensate system, feedwater system, turbine oil system, turbine room vent fans and heat exchanger systems.
• Operate, inspect, service and maintain ash sluice pumps, bearing cooling water pumps, air compressors and rotating screens.
• Assist in the starting, operating and shutting down of boiler feed pumps, circulating water pumps, service water pumps, and generator cooling systems.
• Assist in the starting, operating and stopping of turbine/generators, positive and /or negative pressure steam generators, and auxiliary systems.
• Test intercept valves, stop valves, overs peed and other safety devices 
• Operate turbo generator steam sealing systems and air ejectors.
• Observe conditions of station equipment; report or rectify abnormal conditions as the necessity occurs; locate and correct minor difficulties such as fuse replacement.
• Service, inspect and troubleshoot boilers, precipitators, service water systems, boiler air fans, cooling towers, fire protection systems and other generating station systems.
• Perform electric yard and station switching; clear and tag equipment
• Inspect the gas metering/regulating station and industrial gas supply stations 
• Lubricates and maintains auxiliary equipment as required and reports needed repairs to supervision; makes minor mechanical adjustments such as: adjust low pressure valve packing, unplug hoppers, clinker grinders and feeders.
• Assist the Control Room Operator in performing Hold Card activities.
• Initiate work requests as required.
• Take reasonable care of Company tools and equipment assigned to him during working hour
• Report irregularities and abnormal conditions.
• Direct and instruct employees assigned to work with him; assist in the training of other employees
• Perform similar or less skilled work in this classification or, when the diversity of work load requires, perform similar or less skilled work in equal or lower classifications.
• Perform duties in accordance with the Company's safety rules and operating regulations and practices.
• Complete any reports and forms used in connection with the performance of duties and provide pertinent information of equipment status to the operator’s relief.

Required Qualifications for Position

• Successfully complete formal schools as required at the Training Center.
• Have a working knowledge of the operation of pumps, compressors, ash disposal, turbines, generators, boilers, electrical systems and communication systems of the Company.
• Have a working knowledge of hydraulic couplings, feed water heaters, dampers, turbine oil systems and generator cooling systems.
• Have a thorough working knowledge of the piping and valves used in the work area.
• Demonstrate knowledge of plant systems by having completed all applicable check-offs.
• Successfully pass the applicable qualification tests.

Disclaimer

The preceding description is not designed to be a complete list of all duties and responsibilities required of the position.

Workplace Connection
Value inclusion within your day to day responsibilities by respecting others perspectives/convictions, engaging others opinions, creating a safe environment where people, ideas, and opinions are valued within your Team/Customers and external partners.

Respect the unique lived experiences within your Team/Customers and external work partners by valuing different world views, challenges, and cultures that represents all walks of life and all backgrounds.​

Treat others with respect and consideration. Actively participate in creating and contributing to a positive work environment.

Equal Employment Opportunity 
NiSource is committed to providing equal employment opportunities in each of its companies to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin or ancestry, veteran status, disability, gender, age, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, sex (including pregnancy, lactation, childbirth or related medical conditions), genetic information, citizenship status, or any protected group status as defined by law. Each employee is expected to abide by this principle.

By applying, you may be considered for other job opportunities. 

ADA Accommodation

If you need a reasonable accommodation to participate in any part of the hiring process or to perform the essential functions of the position, please contact OneHR at OneHR@nisource.com or 1-888-640-3320

Safety Statement
Promote a safe work environment by actively participating in all aspects of our employee safety program.  Report any unsafe conditions and take actions to prevent personal injuries.  Support our interdependent safety culture by ensuring the safety of your co-workers.  Stay focused on the task at hand and promote productivity through good work habits.

E-Verify

NiSource participates in the U.S. Department of Homeland Security’s E-Verify program. As part of this process, we provide the following notices to all job applicants: These documents inform you of your rights and responsibilities under U.S. law. You can view or download them using the links below:

• E-Verify Poster (English and Spanish) E-Verify Participation Poster English and Spanish
• Right to Work Poster (English and Spanish) If you have the right to work, don't let anyone take it away

Salary Range*:

$49.75 - $55.15

*The salary offered to a candidate is based on several factors including but not limited to the candidate’s skills, job-related knowledge, and relevant experience, as well as internal pay equity.

Posting Start Date:

2026-04-29

Posting End Date (if applicable):

2026-05-09

Please note that the job posting will close on the day before the posting end date.