O&M Technician

We are seeking an experienced O&M Technician to join our team at IHI Power Services Corp. in Rockaway, NY. As an O&M Technician, you will be responsible for operating and maintaining an electric generating plant, which consists of 2 Pratt and Whitney FT-8 swift-pac generating units rated at approx. 55MW each, 2 13.8/69 KV transformers, auxiliary electrical switchgear, 2 natural gas compressors, 2 air compressors, bulk liquid fuel oil storage, water processing equipment, and fire protection systems.

• Perform operator rounds and electrical/mechanical repairs & maintenance
• Operate fork trucks and other mobile equipment to move material around the plant
• Perform administrative tasks, including logging events and controlling LOTO records

• 3+ years of experience in a trade school, relevant military training, or other technical training
• Must be able to read and write in English
• Must be able to communicate in English on phone calls and in face-to-face conversation
• A valid driver's license is required
• Must be able to obtain FDNY Certificates of fitness within 180 days of employment

• Knowledge of and experience with the operation of generators
• Knowledge of and experience with the operation of Gas Turbine engines (aero-derivative or industrial)
• Knowledge of the functions of protective relays associated with power plants

The position is an Onsite role with no ability to work remote. Some travel to training sites within NYC may be assigned, but travel out of the region is not expected.

• Ability to work both indoors and outdoors in high noise and/or hot, cold temperature extremes
• Ability to work in proximity to high voltage and/or rapidly rotating equipment and in cramped and/or confined conditions requiring overall flexibility, manual dexterity, and hand-eye coordination, with occasional heavy lifting

The pay range is between $56.16, depending on qualifications and training; there is a potential to earn $64.94 once all licenses are obtained and the person can operate the plant independently.