Maintenance Technician

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 competitive compensation, a comprehensive benefits package (including retirement) and promotional opportunities.

GENERAL SUMMARY

The Maintenance Technician installs, troubleshoots, and repairs mechanical equipment, piping, valves, and machinery of a combined cycle power plant. This equipment includes but is not limited to the gas and steam turbines, generators, heat recovery steam generator, air compressors, water treatment equipment, demineralizers, motors, pumps, and other auxiliary equipment.

PRIMARY DUTIES

Duties will include pump alignments, overhauling, calibrating, general welding and other duties including, but not limited to, the following:

• Diagnose and repair the cause of mechanical equipment malfunctions such as pumps, valves, fans, piping, structures, tools, etc. Review oil analysis and vibration data and alert manager of out of limit trends
• Install new mechanical equipment as required
• Properly use mechanical testing equipment and other similar tools
• Perform (with assistance as needed) the maintenance of equipment by cleaning, adjusting, tightening, performing preventative maintenance or corrective maintenance and identifying equipment in need of corrective maintenance. Write, submit and clear corrective work orders for approval.
• Initiate purchase orders, coordinate with and direct outside contractors as required to ensure completion of position responsibilities
• Read meters, gauges, or automatic devices to record data such as temperature of equipment, vibration of equipment, hours of operation, pressure, and fluid flows and levels control
• Keep Operations and Maintenance Managers fully informed of unusual conditions and current job progress as the job relates to facility operations
• Visually inspect and listen to equipment to detect malfunctions or need for repair, adjustment or lubrication
• Use facility operating procedures and equipment technical manuals to maintain and repair facility equipment and ensure equipment is operated within operating range
• Fully support the use of a Computerized Maintenance Management System (CMMS) by displaying a proficiency in using the system and dedication to the facility maintenance philosophy. Perform CMMS data entry and work order close-out in a thorough and timely fashion.
• Demonstrate diligence in documenting spare parts usage and re-ordering
• Perform capital project and/or major program responsibilities as assigned by the Maintenance Manager
• Repair, replace, dismantle and examine defective parts along with lubricating and cleaning parts
• Diagnose cause of mechanical and operational malfunction or failure of equipment
• Read, understand and comply with all regulatory and facility safety procedures
• Responsible for efficient management of the warehouse with Maintenance Manager
• Work overtime or irregular hours as needed to support reliable operation of the facility
• Maintain the cleanliness of designated areas
• May be required to operate a forklift and similar equipment
• Work as a mentor and trainer for other Mechanical Technicians as required
• Cooperate and participate as a team member
• Work with outside mechanical service providers during large outages and perform the project management duties, including daily scope tracking, work scope change order tracking, schedule tracking and other tasks associated with successful outage management

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 Mechanical Technician reports to the Maintenance Manager and responds to direction from the Plant Manager in the absence of the Maintenance Manager. The Mechanical Technician works in cooperation with the operations personnel on matters pertaining to the daily operation of the plant.

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 the possibility of weekend and holiday work, as required by schedules, work load and plant conditions.
• 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
• Prefer five years’ experience as a power plant mechanic, millwright or equivalent
• Proficiency in completely overhauling valves, pumps, compressors and other common mechanical equipment as needed is essential
• Ability to use basic hand tools, portable electric and pneumatic tools, and basic rigging equipment such as winches, hoists and slings
• Ability to locate, troubleshoot and adjust defects in mechanical equipment and/or maintain
• Must have excellent oral and written communication skills
• Ability to work well with others and be self-directed, as well as apply creative solutions to unique problems is desirable
• Valid driver's license required

It is the practice of NAES to seek employees of the highest quality and to select the individuals on the basis of merit and competence, without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, disability, sexual orientation, military status or affiliation protected under USERRA, or any other basis of discrimination prohibited by applicable local, state and federal law.

• Experience as a power plant mechanic, millwright or equivalent

• High School or better

• Driver's License

• Computer Skills
• Hand and Power Tools
• Mechanical Aptitude
• Mechanical Maintenance
• Pneumatic Tools
• Power Plant Fundamentals
• Predictive Maintenance
• Preventive Maintenance
• Rotating Machinery/Equipment
• Troubleshooting
• Verbal and Written Communications

• 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