Maintenance Technician

Situated in Ludington, Michigan, the Michigan Power facility is a 125 MW 1x1 combined cycle cogeneration plant featuring a single Frame 7EA gas turbine. This advanced facility efficiently generates electricity through a sophisticated combined cycle process, showcasing innovation in power generation. Positioned strategically and equipped with state-of-the-art technology, it plays a crucial role in meeting regional energy demands, highlighting advancements in sustainable and reliable power generation.

Under the administrative direction of the Maintenance Supervisor, the Maintenance Technician will maintain the complete cogeneration facility, including water treatment plant, gas and steam turbines, heat recovery boilers, electrical generators, and auxiliary equipment.

• Attends, supports, and participates in monthly safety meetings and facility safety program.
• Supports and utilizes the Standing Orders procedure.
• Supports and participates in safety committee program and when selected as a safety committee team member, attends all monthly safety committee meetings.
• Understands, supports, and follows the safety guidelines and procedures that have been set by management & NAES Corporate office.
• Understands, supports, and follows the NAES and Michigan employee manual & memorandums.
• Maintain positive professional attitude and establish and maintain productive work relationships with all co-workers at all times.
• Perform routine inspection and repair of all mechanical equipment, buildings and grounds with minimum rework or downtime.
• Troubleshoot non-routine equipment malfunctions and identify short- and long-term repair options.
• Maintain work areas, housekeeping assignments and required tool inventories.
• Effectively coordinate and direct outside contractors for maintenance/repair activities to minimize plant upsets.
• Works regularly scheduled 8- or 10-hour shifts plus callouts and overtime. Participates in On Call rotation.
• Maintain warehouse inventory and recommend needed spares.
• Maintain current technical documentation on mechanical systems and equipment. Assist in updating and writing procedures.
• Assist operations in emergency shutdowns and start-ups and troubleshoot of equipment malfunctions.
• Utilize Maximo Maintenance Management System to implement comprehensive preventive/predictive maintenance programs and documentation.
• Understands, supports and follows the NERC guidelines required for power generation.
• Follows directions from all management team members.
• Ensures work orders are completed in a timely manner and are accurate, complete and concise.
• Supports the Maintenance Supervisor with the Management of Change Process.
• Maintain an ongoing skill and knowledge development plan.
• Maintain current technical level & re-qualification as scheduled by management.
• Special assignments, project coordination, and temporary assignments as requested by management.

Safety is a core value at NAES, and as a condition of employment, all employees are expected to remain mentally alert and work safely at all times. Employees must also adhere to all safety warnings and posted signs while on company property. Additionally, they are required to follow all NAES safety rules and procedures. Adherence to these safety responsibilities is one of the key factors in the evaluation of each employee’s performance.

The Maintenance Technician will report directly to the maintenance manager.

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,…