Power Plant Operator Job at Alcoa, Newburgh, IN

  • Alcoa
  • Newburgh, IN

Job Description

Shape Your World

At Alcoa, you will become an essential part of our purpose: to turn raw potential into real progress. The way we see it, every Alcoan is a work-shaper, team-shaper, idea-shaper & world-shaper.

Job Description
  • Operate compressors, pumps, pulverizers, boilers, turbine generators, switchyard equipment and additional auxiliary equipment to produce electricity, potable water, smelting steam, and high temperature water for consumption in the smelting plant. A Power Plant Operator controls the generation of electricity of electrical power by operating and maintaining fuel systems such as ash, demineralizer and others, to ensure the smelter operation is continuously receiving the necessary electrical power to produce aluminum.
  • Basic Qualifications:
  • Must have a high school diploma or GED with 3 years full-time light to heavy industrial or power industry work experience and ability to perform physically demanding work activities. Must be able to do shift work including weekends.
  • Preferred Qualifications:
  • Ideal candidates should have experience in fuel systems, boilers, turbines, electrostatic, precipitators, condensate systems, feed water systems, high voltage switching, along with monitoring and maintaining the above systems. The Power Plant Operator must also be able to perform the other essential functions of the position.

About the Location

Recognized as an industry pioneer, Alcoa has established itself as an international company with operations across six continents. Alcoa's U.S. portfolio includes Alcoa's corporate headquarters, Alcoa's Technology Center, two smelters, and a calcined coke plant. While some roles are based on-site, Alcoa also offers a flexible working model for certain positions. Wherever you choose to join us, you'll be joining a global team committed to advancing sustainability and delivering excellence and innovation.

We are values led, vision driven and united by our purpose of transforming raw potential into real progress. Our commitments to Inclusion, Diversity & Equity include providing trusting workplaces that are safe, respectful and inclusive of all individuals, free from discrimination, bullying and harassment and that our workplaces reflect the diversity of the communities in which we operate.


As a proud equal opportunity workplace and affirmative action employer, Alcoa is dedicated to providing equal opportunities and equal access to all individuals regardless of a person's gender, age, race, ethnicity, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, nation of origin, disability, veteran status, language spoken or any other characteristic or status protected by the laws or regulations in the places where we operate.


If you have visited our website in search of information on U.S. employment opportunities or to apply for a position, and you require an accommodation, please contact Alcoa Recruiting via email at gssrecruiting@alcoa.com.


This is a place where you are empowered to do your best work, be your authentic self, and feel a true sense of belonging. Come join us and shape your career!


Your work. Your world. Shape them for the better.

Job Tags

Full time, Work experience placement, Flexible hours, Shift work

Similar Jobs

Heartland Alliance

Community Health Nurse Job at Heartland Alliance

 ...Community Health Nurse The Community Health Nurse provides quality primary health care service to special populations. The individual is a registered professional nurse prepared at the baccalaureate level as a community health nurse generalist, who synthesizes nursing... 

Modern Woodmen Fraternal Financial

Financial Advisor - No Experience Necessary Job at Modern Woodmen Fraternal Financial

 ...Financial Advisor - No Experience Necessary Realistic 6-Figure Earning Potential | W2 with Full...  ...professional growth, and purpose-driven work, we want to hear from you. What You...  ...required Experience in consultative or in-home sales is beneficial Leadership,... 

Anthropologie

Anthropologie Personal Stylist - Part-Time Job at Anthropologie

 ...Location This position is located at 101 Jordan Creek Pkwy, West Des Moines, Iowa, 50266 United States Role Summary The Personal Stylist cultivates the overall service and selling culture in the store and drives sales by developing authentic customer connections,... 

Middle School

Middle School BASE Teacher Job at Middle School

 ...Teacher - BASE Exemption Status/Test: Exempt/Professional Reports to: Principal Dept./School: Assigned Campus Pay Grade: TEA Primary Purpose A BASE teacher is a professional who manages student behavior in BASE classroom through direct instruction in... 

Focus Interpreting Inc

Simultaneous English - Spanish Interpreter in Sonoma, CA Job at Focus Interpreting Inc

 ...Position Summary Focus Interpreting is seeking a skilled Simultaneous English - Spanish Interpreter to join our team in Sonoma, CA. This role requires a professional...  ...of clients in various fields, such as legal, medical, and business.Continuously improve language proficiency...