Operations And Maintenance (O&M) Technician

At NAES, you’ll find engaging and challenging career opportunities in the power generation, renewable energy and industrial construction industry. At every level of the company, we share a common goal: To instill confidence in our clients through our steadfast commitment to safety, integrity and quality of work.

NAES is the largest independent operator of power facilities in the industry, operating more than 190 power plants throughout the United States, Canada, Mexico and the UK that span all technologies and provide over 50 GW of capacity. With the strength of 4000 people, our growing family of companies now addresses the entire life cycle of power generation and other industrial plants.

NAES is committed to supporting a culture with unique perspectives and backgrounds. We value individual differences in each other in an effort to create a brighter future in the power generation industry. We strive to attract and retain employees by offering competitive compensation, a comprehensive benefits package (including retirement) and promotional opportunities.

Opportunity Summary

The Operations & Maintenance (O&M) Technician assists in the safe and efficient operation of the power plant and the supporting equipment and systems. The O&M Technician carries out all routine plant chemistry analyses, inspects and monitors operating components and reports plant status.

Primary Duties

• Assist in start-up, shutdown and normal operations of power plant systems
• Assist maintenance personnel during maintenance periods
• Execute orders from the Control Room Operator at isolated panels for clearing equipment or making it ready for service in accordance with operating instructions and procedures; clear, tag, test and safety tape these operations
• Complete other tasks as required by the Shift Supervisor or the Operations Manager
• Perform routine water chemistry analysis and operate Continuous Emissions Monitoring equipment
• Operate major auxiliary apparatus such as: air compressors, circulating water systems, boiler water treatment systems, waste water systems, generator cooling system, boiler feedwater and condensate system, and locally controlled electrical and mechanical equipment
• Report any abnormal or irregular conditions that develop during the progress of the work and take corrective measures within the scope of operating instructions
• Maintain logs as assigned
• Perform operating tests and inspections and make minor repairs and adjustments to equipment assigned to achieve proper operating conditions

NAES Safe

Safety is a core value of NAES and as a condition of employment, all employees are expected to be mentally alert and work safely at all times. Additionally, employees are required to adhere to all safety warnings and posted safety signs whenever on company property. Furthermore, employees must follow all NAES safety rules and procedures. Effectiveness in carrying out this responsibility is part of the evaluation of each employee’s performance.

Physical Requirements and Working Conditions

Physical requirements include standing for extended periods of time, stair and ladder climbing and routinely lifting up to 50 pounds. Protective equipment must be worn in the performance of some duties (e.g. hard hats, safety glasses, air masks, ear protection, chemical suits, hot gloves and high voltage protective equipment, etc.). Working with hazardous materials is required.

All employees will participate in the Fitness for Duty Program. This program includes post-offer physical examination and drug screening and post-employment random drug screening. There are extensive smoking restrictions in and around the facility.

Work Schedule

This position offers a rotating 12-hour shift schedule, "Modified Dupont Schedule". Position may require extended working hours and varied shifts with the possibility of weekend and holiday work, as required by schedules, workload and plant conditions. "On call" status will periodically be required.

Compensation

The initial hourly rate of pay will range from $35.78 - $48.22 depending on experience.

Job Qualifications

• Experience with piping and instrument schematics and process controls
• Theoretical and practical knowledge of combustion / steam turbine operations, closed system steam generation, industrial safety, hazardous waste management and inspection / recording of plant parameters
• Ability to understand procedures and instructions specific to the area of assignment as would be acquired in four years of high school
• Minimum of two years of experience in power plant operations desirable. Extensive working knowledge of power plant industry is also desirable.
• Experience in water chemistry control, analysis of water conditions, water treatment facility operations and chemical handling requirements is highly desirable
• Valid driver's license required

NAES is committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace. It is the practice of NAES to seek employees of the highest quality and to select individuals on the basis of merit and competence, without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, disability, military status or affiliation protected under USERRA, or any other basis of discrimination prohibited by applicable local, state and federal law.

Experience

Preferred

• Extensive working knowledge of power plant industry is also desirable.
• 2 year(s): Minimum of two years of experience in power plant operations desirable
• Experience in water chemistry control, analysis of water conditions, water treatment facility operations and chemical handling requirements is highly desirable

Education

Preferred

• Associates or better in Power Plant Technology or related field
• High School or better

Licenses & Certifications

Required

• Driver's License

Skills

Preferred

• O&M - Operations & Maintenance
• Verbal and Written Communications
• Water Treatment
• Power Plant Operations
• Power Plant Fundamentals
• Water Chemistry
• Computer Skills
• Piping&Instrumentation Schematics-Read&Interp
• Chemistry Analysis
• Piping & Instrumentation Design (P&ID)

Behaviors

Preferred

• Enthusiastic: Shows intense and eager enjoyment and interest
• Dedicated: Devoted to a task or purpose with loyalty or integrity
• Team Player: Works well as a member of a group