Operations Maintenance Technician - Auxiliary Operator - Hill

Position: Operations Maintenance Technician - Auxiliary Operator - Hill Top
Location: Carmichaels

At NAES, you'll find engaging and challenging career opportunities in the power generation, renewable energy and industrial construction industry. At every level of the company, we share a common goal:
To instill confidence in our clients through our steadfast commitment to safety, integrity and quality of work.

We operate more than 190 power plants throughout the United States, Canada and Mexico that span all technologies and provide over 49 GW of capacity. With the strength of 4000 people, our growing family of companies now addresses the entire life cycle of power generation and other industrial plants.

As the largest independent operator of power facilities in the industry, we've come to be viewed as an employer of choice. We strive to attract and retain employees by offering competitive compensation, a comprehensive benefits package (including retirement) and promotional opportunities.

GENERAL SUMMARY

The OMT
- Auxiliary assists in the safe and efficient operation of the power plant and the supporting equipment and systems. The OMT
- Auxiliary carries out all routine water/gas chemistry analysis, inspects and monitors operating components and reports plant status.

The OMT-Auxiliary will also support in the maintenance of the facility.

PRIMARY FUNCTIONS

• Work as assigned by the Operations Manager. Based on those assignments, obtain direct guidance from the LOMT-CR
• Assist with operations of the equipment and monitor operational parameters, ensuring reliably and continuous operability of equipment
• Operate and maintain a wide variety of power plant equipment
• Maintain operations of chemical pumping system ensuring optimal chemistry control and equipment reliability
• Assist with maintenance activities to included mechanical work, instrumentation and electrical repair activities
• Perform or assist with, depending on the level of complexity, preventive maintenance actions
• Perform or assist with, depending on the level of complexity, planned maintenance (PM) and routine repairs to damaged or malfunctioning equipment
• Withdraw parts and supplies from inventory and complete usage reports to report such withdrawals to the plant's inventory control system. Assist in physical inventories.
• Work around and repair rotating equipment, chemical systems and water processing equipment
• Perform or assist with chemical handling and offloads
• Perform emergency operations and maintenance to maintain production and safeguard facility equipment
• Obtain direction from other team members to effect changes in plant conditions and chemistry
• Actively supports the Maintenance Team in the execution of maintenance plans, by providing support (Lockout/Tagout), equipment identification, troubleshooting, work request preparation, or other areas as needed)
• The expectation is that the OMT-Auxiliary will be fully qualified as OMT-AO within 12 months of hire
• The expectation is that the OMT-Auxiliary will qualify as LOMT-CR (Control Room) within 18 months of hire
• Fully support and participate in NAES Safety and Regulatory Compliance Programs
• Complete other tasks as requested

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 and every employee's performance.

WORKING RELATIONSHIPS

The OMT-Auxiliary reports to the Operations Manager and takes direction from the LOMT-CR depending on assigned duties.

COMPENSATION

This position offers a base pay rate ranging from $31.10 to $37.35 per hour, along with an annual performance bonus.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS AND WORKING CONDITIONS

Physical requirements include standing on feet for extended periods, requiring stair and ladder climbing and routinely lifting up to 50 pounds. Protective equipment must be worn in the performance of some duties (e.g. hard hats, safety glasses, air masks, ear protection, chemical suits, hot gloves and high voltage protective equipment, etc.). Work with hazardous materials may be required.

Position requires extended working hours and varied shifts with weekend and holiday work, as required by schedules, work load and plant conditions. "On call" status will periodically be required.

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

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.
• Experience in a power plant environment desired, preferably as a Power Plant Technician or equivalent position
• Experience…