A professional who directs and coordinates operation of major generating plant of electric power system. Responsibilities include:

• Directs and coordinates periodic plant inspections to evaluate condition of equipment.
• Prepares work orders for major maintenance or repairs.
• Reviews daily operating reports and other records to ensure specified operating characteristics in control of steam and electric power generating equipment.
• Confers with personnel, such as switchboard operator to diagnose equipment malfunctions during emergencies and directs activities to restore normal operation or to shutdown malfunctioning unit.
• Notifies load dispatcher of shutdown or major changes in power output of unit preparatory to transfer of load to other units.
• Cooperates with superintendent, tests and safety inspector in routine and special tests and plant inspections to improve operations and maintain safe working conditions.
• May prepare operating budget.
• May perform personnel activities of department, such as recruitment, hiring, and training.