Operations & Maintenance (O&M) Technician

2 months ago


Elwood, United States NAES Corporation Full time

The Elwood Energy Center is a state-of-the-art power generation facility with a capacity of 1,350 megawatts. It operates as a natural gas-fired simple cycle peaking facility, designed to provide electricity during periods of high demand. The facility features nine GE Frame 7FA combustion turbines, renowned for their efficiency and reliability in power generation.

Opportunity Summary

The O&M Technician is responsible to perform the proper rotating shift operation and maintenance of a power generation facility. This position must have the capability to operate, maintain, troubleshoot, and repair mechanical equipment and/or electrical equipment and instrumentation. Additionally, this position will strictly adhere to all safety and environmental rules and regulations to protect employees, public safety and the environment. 

Primary Duties

Assist by executing the operational and maintenance activities performed by the shift O&M personnel Work with other crew members as expected to perform both routine and non-routine operational and maintenance activities on shift Communicate plant issues and keep the plant management informed of unusual conditions, damaged equipment, and job progress as the job relates to facility operations and maintenance Provide guidance in the correct operation and maintenance of the power plant facility and all associated auxiliary and support equipment Make sound operating and maintenance decisions based on plant procedures, environmental regulations, safety procedures, and good judgment based on available operating data Demonstrate general skills and knowledge with industrial equipment, electrical switchgear, instrumentation, controls systems and operation of generating equipment Leverage the plant historian (Pi) to review and analyze data for the purpose of identifying performance and/or reliability issues with plant equipment Utilize the plant computerized maintenance management system (CMMS) to enter and plan work orders, generate purchase requisitions, and research and control inventory levels Support the Plant in the planning, scheduling and execution of outage projects as assigned by the Lead Technician Thoroughly read, comprehend, and adhere to all regulatory procedures and programs, encompassing Safety, Environmental, and NERC (North American Electric Reliability Corporation) requirements Demonstrate effective verbal and technical writing communication skills

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 such as hard hats, safety glasses, air masks, ear protection and others must be worn in the performance of some duties. Work with hazardous materials may be required.

All personnel 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. There are extensive smoking restrictions in and around the facility.

Work Schedule

This position requires working 7 days on twelve hour rotating shifts with 7 days off, and the possibility of overtime, weekend and holiday work as required by schedules, workload and plant conditions.

Compensation

The initial hourly rate of pay will range from $35.00 to $55.00 depending on experience and qualifications.

Job Qualifications

Ability to understand procedures and instructions specific to the area of assignment as would be acquired in four years of high school. Associates degree or greater in a technical field is highly desirable A minimum of two years' experience as a Power Plant Technician or relevant experience in the military or industry is required Must successfully complete a plant OMT knowledge examination Light to moderate experience in water chemistry control, analysis of water conditions, water treatment facility operations and chemical handling requirements is required Theoretical and practical knowledge of combustion turbine operations, industrial safety, hazardous waste management and inspection/recording of plant parameters is highly desirable Experience with piping and instrument schematics and process controls required Some working knowledge of industrial plants is desirable Must possess and maintain a valid Driver's License at all times.

About NAES

NAES Corporation is the leading provider of operations, maintenance, and engineering services for energy facilities. We have established ourselves as a reliable partner for clients in North America and internationally, offering services across power generation, oil and gas, and renewable energy sectors. Additionally, our growing family of companies enables 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.



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