Operations and Maintenance; O&M Technician

Operations and Maintenance (O&M) Technician

The Beaver Falls Generating Facility is a 1×1 combined-cycle cogeneration power plant with a nameplate capacity of 107 MW. This dual-fuel plant, capable of operating on natural gas or diesel, features a Siemens V64.3 combustion turbine and an Ansaldo steam turbine. Equipped with a Deltak HRSG and a Tempella auxiliary boiler, the facility efficiently supplies steam to two adjacent paper mills while generating power.

This role may occasionally support the Syracuse Combined Cycle in Syracuse, NY.

Opportunity Summary

The Operations and Maintenance (O&M) Technician at the Beaver Falls Generating Facility, a 1×1 combined-cycle cogeneration power plant, plays a key role in the startup, shutdown, and routine operation of combustion turbines, HRSGs, and critical auxiliary systems. This position involves conducting equipment inspections, performing minor repairs, monitoring system parameters, and ensuring compliance with safety procedures and operational protocols. The role also includes maintaining accurate documentation through a CMMS and supporting maintenance activities to help ensure reliable and efficient plant performance.

Your scope of responsibility as O&M Technician will include the following primary functions:

• Startup, shutdown, and routine operations of power plant systems, including combined cycle combustion turbines, heat recovery steam generators (HRSGs), and Reverse Osmosis (RO) systems.
• Operate major auxiliary apparatus such as air compressors, demineralized water systems, generator cooling systems, steam turbines, condensers, and locally controlled electrical and mechanical equipment to ensure smooth operation of the facility.
• Conduct operating tests, inspections, and minor repairs on assigned equipment to ensure proper functioning and prevent downtime.
• Prepare equipment for service, adhere to operating procedures, and safety protocols to maintain a safe working environment.
• Maintain accurate logs as assigned, documenting operational activities, equipment status, and any abnormalities encountered during work.
• Promptly report any abnormal or irregular conditions encountered during work and take corrective actions within prescribed guidelines to prevent equipment damage or operational hazards.
• Provide assistance during maintenance periods as required, collaborating with maintenance teams to ensure timely completion of tasks.
• Demonstrate proficiency in utilizing Computerized Maintenance Management Systems (CMMS), accurately entering data, and adhering to facility maintenance protocols to ensure efficient tracking of maintenance activities.
• Document equipment issues on work requests and record maintenance actions taken on work order forms meticulously, including spare parts usage and reordering when necessary.
• Handle corrective and preventive maintenance work orders promptly and with high-quality standards, ensuring thorough documentation and adherence to safety protocols.
• Monitor and record various operational parameters such as equipment temperature, vibration, hours of operation, pressure, and fluid levels using meters, gauges, or automatic devices to verify optimal operating conditions and identify potential issues.
• Perform visual inspections and listen to equipment at regular intervals to identify malfunctions, repairs, adjustments, or lubrication needs, taking proactive measures to maintain equipment integrity.
• Diagnose mechanical malfunctions or failures of operational equipment and implement appropriate repair procedures to minimize downtime and ensure continuous operation.
• Fulfill other tasks as assigned by the Plant Manager, contributing to the overall efficiency and effectiveness of plant operations.

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 O&M…