Power Plant Operator

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u003cpu003eAt NAES, youu0026rsquo;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.u003c/pu003enu003cpu003eNAES 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.u003c/pu003enu003cpu003eNAES 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.u003c/pu003enu003cpu003eu003cstrongu003eGENERAL SUMMARY u003c/strongu003eu003c/pu003enu003cpu003eu003cspanu003eThe Power Plant Operator (u0022PPOu0022) is responsible for monitoring the status of all plant systems on a continuous basis. The PPO responds to alarms by taking appropriate corrective actions and executes plant shutdown and startup procedures as required. The PPO ensures that the plant meets its generating requirements while operating in a safe, productive and efficient manner.u003c/spanu003eu003c/pu003enu003cpu003eu003cstrongu003ePRIMARY FUNCTIONSu003c/strongu003eu003c/pu003enu003cpu003eThe PPO will perform a variety of duties based on skills and qualifications to include:u003c/pu003enu003culu003enu003cliu003eu003cspanu003eConduct all startup, shutdown and load changing operations on the plantu003c/spanu003eu003c/liu003enu003cliu003eu003cspanu003e Control all auxiliary systems and supporting equipmentu0026nbsp;such as boilers, air compressors, circulating water systems, boiler feed water treatment and condensate systems, waste water systems, generator cooling system, and locally controlled electrical and mechanical equipmentu003c/spanu003eu003c/liu003enu003cliu003eu003cspanu003eReport upset conditions or other anomalies in plant status to the Plant Manageru003c/spanu003eu003c/liu003enu003cliu003eu003cspanu003eConducts all routine water/gas chemistry analysis, inspects and monitors operating components and reports plant status.u0026nbsp;u0026nbsp;Performs routine equipment rounds and inspections in compliance with established operating procedures.u003c/spanu003eu003c/liu003enu003cliu003eu003cspanu003e Ensure that the plant is in compliance with all environmental and safety programs at all timesu003c/spanu003eu003c/liu003enu003cliu003eu003cspanu003ePerform remedial and preventative maintenance to repair and/or maintain plant equipmentu003c/spanu003eu003c/liu003enu003cliu003eu003cspanu003eReceive and respond to electrical and fuel dispatcheru0026rsquo;s orders and requests as necessaryu003c/spanu003eu003c/liu003enu003cliu003eu003cspanu003eMonitor and record plant output as well as all flows, pressures, temperatures, levels, and other information pertaining to operation of the plantu003c/spanu003eu003c/liu003enu003cliu003eu003cspanu003eProvide information to the Lead PPO to effect changes in plant conditions and chemistryu003c/spanu003eu003c/liu003enu003cliu003eu003cspanu003eTake immediate corrective action in response to emergency situations to minimize safety hazards, and to reduce damage or downtime to the plant and its equipment.u003c/spanu003eu003c/liu003enu003cliu003ePerform operating tests and inspections, and make minor repairs and adjustments to equipment assigned to achieve proper operating conditionsu003c/liu003enu003cliu003eMaintain accurate log sheets as assignedu003c/liu003enu003cliu003eComplete other tasks as requested by the the Plant Manageru003c/liu003enu003c/ulu003enu003cpu003eu003cstrongu003eWORKING RELATIONSHIPSu003c/strongu003eu003c/pu003enu003cpu003eThe Power Plant Operator reports directly to the Plant Manager.u003c/pu003enu003cpu003eu003cstrongu003eNAES SAFEu003c/strongu003eu003c/pu003enu003cpu003eSafety 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.u0026nbsp; Additionally, employees are required to adhere to all safety warnings and posted safety signs whenever on company property.u0026nbsp; Furthermore, employees must follow all NAES safety rules and procedures.u0026nbsp; Effectiveness in carrying out this responsibility is part of the evaluation of each employeeu0026rsquo;s performance.u003c/pu003enu003cpu003eu003cstrongu003ePHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS AND WORKING CONDITIONSu003c/strongu003eu003c/pu003enu003cpu003ePhysical requirements include standing on feet for extended periods of time, requiring stair and ladder climbing and routinely lifting up to 50 pounds.u0026nbsp; Protective equipment such as hard hats, safety glasses, air masks, ear protection and others must be worn in the performance of some duties.u0026nbsp; Work with hazardous materials may be required.u003c/pu003enu003cpu003eThis position requires extended working hours and varied shifts including weekend and holiday work as required by schedules, work load and plant conditions. u0026ldquo;On Callu0026rdquo; status may periodically be required.u003c/pu003enu003cpu003eAll personnel will participate in the Fitness for Duty Program.u0026nbsp; This program includes a post-offer physical examination and drug screening and post employment random drug screening.u0026nbsp; There are extensive smoking restrictions in and around the facility.u003c/pu003enu003cpu003eu003cstrongu003eJOB QUALIFICATIONSu003c/strongu003eu003c/pu003enu003cpu003eu003cstrongu003eNOTE:u0026nbsp; Previous experience and qualifications will determine the compensation level of this positionu003c/strongu003eu003c/pu003enu003culu003enu003cliu003eAbility to understand procedures and instructions specific to the area of assignment as would be acquired in four years of high school is required.u003c/liu003enu003cliu003eThree or more years experience in power plant operations is desirable; extensive working knowledge of the power plant industry is desirableu003c/liu003enu003cliu003eExperience in water chemistry control, water condition analysis, water treatment facility operations and chemical handling requirementsu003c/liu003enu003cliu003eTheoretical and practical knowledge of combustion/steam turbine operations, closed system generation, industrial safety, hazardous waste management and inspection/recording of plant parametersu0026nbsp;u003c/liu003enu003cliu003eExperience reading and interpreting piping and instrument diagrams (Pu0026amp;IDu0026rsquo;s), process flow diagrams, wiring diagrams, electrical one-line diagrams, and process control logic diagramsu003c/liu003enu003cliu003eMust have excellent oral and written communication skillsu003c/liu003enu003cliu003eMust have excellent organizational skillsu003c/liu003enu003cliu003eMust have a valid driveru0026rsquo;s licenseu003c/liu003enu003c/ulu003enu003cpu003eu003cemu003eIt 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, 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