Auxiliary Operator

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.

NAES is largest independent operator of power facilities in the industry, operating more than 190 power plants throughout the United States, Canada, Mexico and the UK 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.

NAES is committed to supporting a culture with unique perspectives and backgrounds. We value individual differences in each other in an effort to create a brighter future in the power generation industry. We strive to attract and retain employees by offering an inclusive work environment, competitive compensation, a comprehensive benefits package (including retirement) and promotional opportunities.

GENERAL SUMMARY

The Auxiliary Operator (AO) assists in the safe and efficient operation of the power plant and the supporting equipment and systems. The AO carries out all routine water/gas chemistry analysis, inspects and monitors operating components and reports plant status. The Operator will be required to occasionally travel to other California plant locations in Hanford, Henrietta and Fresno as needed to provide back-up support.

PRIMARY FUNCTIONS

• Assist in start-up, shut-down and normal operations of power plant systems.
• Operate major auxiliary apparatus such as: air compressors; circulating water systems; boiler feedwater treatment system; waste water systems; generator cooling system; boiler feedwater and condensate system; and locally controlled electrical and mechanical equipment.
• Perform operating tests and inspections, and make minor repairs and adjustments to equipment assigned to achieve proper operating conditions.
• Execute orders from the Control Room Operator at isolated panels for clearing equipment or making it ready for service in accordance with operating instructions and procedures; clear, tag, test and safety tape these operations.
• Perform routine water chemistry analysis and operate continuous Emissions Monitoring equipment.
• Maintain logs as assigned.
• Report any abnormal or irregular conditions that develop during the progress of the work and take corrective measures within the scope of operating instructions.
• Assist maintenance personnel during maintenance periods.
• Complete other tasks as required by the Control Room Operator or the Operations Supervisor.

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 AO reports to the Operations Manager and periodically receives work direction from the Control Room Operator.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS AND WORKING CONDITIONS

• Physical requirements include standing on feet for extended periods of time, 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 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
• Minimum of two years experience in Power Plant Operations desirable.
• 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/steam turbine operations, closed system steam generation, industrial safety, hazardous waste management and inspection/recording of plant parameters is highly desirable.
• Experience with piping and instrument schematics and process controls desirable.
• Extensive working knowledge of power plant industry desirable.

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.

• Minimum of two years experience in Power Plant Operations

• High School or better

• Driver's License

• Chemical Handling
• Computer Skills
• Power Plant Fundamentals
• Power Plant Operations
• Piping & Instrumentation Design (P&ID)
• Verbal and Written Communications
• Water Chemistry
• Water Treatment

• Dedicated: Devoted to a task or purpose with loyalty or integrity
• Enthusiastic: Shows intense and eager enjoyment and interest
• Team Player: Works well as a member of a group