Power Plant Technician Trainee

Incorporating state-of-the-art technology, the Lockport Cogeneration Facility harnesses the potential of three GE Frame 6B combustion turbine generators (CTGs), which work in tandem with three heat recovery steam generators (HRSGs) and a steam turbine generator (STG). This dynamic synergy empowers the facility to produce a reliable 198 megawatts (MW) of electricity and an impressive 315,800 pounds per hour of process steam. Remarkably, it operates seamlessly year-round as a steadfast base load provider, consistently meeting the host facility's demands for both electricity and steam.

Opportunity Summary

The Power Plant Technician Trainee supports on-shift Operations and Maintenance personnel and may occasionally serve as an Auxiliary Operator or Maintenance helper for mechanical, electrical, or controls technicians, depending on plant needs.

Primary Duties

• Knowledgeable and adheres to all safety procedures including lock-out/tag-out and the use of personal protective equipment
• Operates equipment safely and with the intent to minimize risk to personnel and equipment
• Operates/maintains project equipment at maximum operating efficiency
• Provides assistance with project clean-up and housekeeping activities as required
• Supports performance of necessary maintenance activities
• Writes and maintains equipment logs, operational logs, and other reports as required in a clear professional manner. Is able to read, understand and respond to written instructions and logbook notations
• Participates in daily preventative and corrective maintenance activities in a safe, effective, and timely manner
• Understands and follows regulatory requirements
• Establishes good working relations with teammates, team leaders, project technical experts, and engineers
• Operates station vehicles such as forklifts, trucks, overhead cranes, and mobile cranes
• Demonstrates ability to use project drawings, blueprints, and manuals
• Demonstrates knowledge of equipment layout and project systems
• Reports upset conditions or other anomalies in project status to the Shift Supervisor
• Make entries in the Operating Log
• Performs emergency operations to maintain electric service and safeguard station equipment
• Provides information to the Control Room Operator to effect changes in project conditions and chemistry
• Performs routine equipment rounds and inspections in compliance with established operating procedures
• Train for and qualify as a APO Floor Operator
• Performs other duties as required

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.

Working Relationships

The Power Plant Technician Trainee reports to the Shift Supervisor. The Power Plant Technician Trainee may also give information to Maintenance personnel on matters pertaining to project operations.

Physical Requirements and Working Conditions

Physical requirements include standing for extended periods of time, climbing stairs and ladders, working from elevated platforms and walkways at varying heights, and routinely lifting up to 50 pounds.

Power plant environment that may involve entering confined spaces, crawling through narrow areas, and handling hazardous materials, with exposure to fumes, extreme temperatures, and noise. Work may include high heat near equipment and varying outdoor weather conditions.

Some duties may require the use of protective equipment, which can include hard hats, safety glasses, and eye protection, air masks/respirators, ear protection, chemical suits, flame-resistant clothing (FRC), hot gloves, high-voltage protective gear, and fall protection. Fit testing for respirators may be required. Strict smoking restrictions apply in and around the facility.

Fitness for Duty 

All employees will participate in the Fitness for Duty Program. This program includes a post-offer physical examination and drug screening and post-employment random drug screening.  

Work Schedule

This position requires working twelve hour rotating shifts. 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

This position offers a base pay rate ranging from $28.00 to $35.00 per hour, along with an annual performance bonus.

Job Qualifications

• Ability to understand procedures and instructions specific to the area of assignment as would be acquired in four years of high school
• Associate degree in a technical field desirable
• Must successfully complete the Power Plant Technician Trainee qualification card
• Must successfully complete a Mechanical Aptitude test and a Basic Mathematical test
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to handle multiple tasks
• Valid driver's license required 

About NAES

NAES Corporation is a leading provider of operations, maintenance, and engineering services for energy facilities. We have built a reputation as a reliable partner for clients in North America and internationally, offering services across the power generation, oil and gas, and renewable energy sectors. Our growing family of companies allows us to address the entire life cycle of power generation and other industrial plants.

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.