The Milford Power Plant, situated in Milford, MA, is a cutting-edge energy facility with a capacity of 203 MW. This advanced combined cycle power plant harnesses the efficiency of natural gas, employing a sophisticated configuration featuring a Westinghouse 501-D5 gas turbine, Nooter Eriksen HRSG (Heat Recovery Steam Generator), and an ABB VAX steam turbine. This integrated system showcases the plant's commitment to leveraging advanced technologies for sustainable and reliable power generation.
Opportunity Summary
The Auxiliary Operator is responsible for ensuring the efficient operation and maintenance of facility equipment and systems, while adhering to safety and environmental regulations. Key duties include monitoring plant operations, performing routine inspections, supporting maintenance tasks, and documenting plant activities using a Computerized Maintenance Management System. The role also involves assisting with the development of standard operating procedures, conducting training, and ensuring plant cleanliness and security.
Primary Job Duties
Maintain shift operating logs and records. Operate and monitor plant equipment and systems. Perform regular equipment rounds, take critical readings from instruments, and report abnormal conditions to the appropriate personnel. Support mechanical maintenance tasks, inspections, and troubleshooting as required. Assist in the development of standard operating procedures, as assigned. Follow safe working practices, identify hazards, and take corrective action as approved by management. Utilize a Computerized Maintenance Management System to document plant deficiencies, schedule work, and order materials. Complete required plant training and assist in training others. Unload, handle, and transfer bulk chemicals; take samples for analysis and testing. Maintain plant housekeeping and security standards. Perform other duties as assigned.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 Auxiliary Operator reports to the O&M Manager and takes general direction from the Plant Manager.
Physical Requirements and Working Conditions
Power plant environment with exposure to fumes, extreme temperatures, and noise. Physical requirements for this role include standing for extended periods of time, climbing stairs and ladders, working from elevated platforms and walkways at varying heights, and lifting up to 50 pounds. Additionally, employees may need to enter confined spaces, and crawl through narrow areas.
Protective equipment must be worn while performing certain duties, such as hard hats, safety glasses, air masks/respirators, ear protection, chemical suits, heat-resistant gloves, and high-voltage protective gear. Handling hazardous materials may also be required, and respirator fit testing is mandatory. There are strict smoking restrictions in and around the facility.
Fitness for Duty
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.
Work Schedule
Position requires working a rotating 12-hour modified Dupont schedule. Position requires extended working hours and varied shifts with the possibility of weekend and holiday work, as required by schedules, workload, and plant conditions. "On call" status will periodically be required.
Compensation
Initial starting compensation will range from $29.81 to $32.50 per hour and will include an annual performance bonus.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
Two years of experience in power plant machinery operations and/or maintenance, with a fundamental understanding of CCGT power plant and/or water process operations, including related roles and duties. Proven mechanical and troubleshooting skills. Ability to work effectively with minimal supervision. Basic PC skills for information processing and management. General knowledge of safety and environmental regulations. Ability to operate a forklift and man-lifts (preferred).Education, Licenses/Certificates:
High school diploma, trade school, military service, or technical school training. Must currently possess a Massachusetts Second Class Fireman's License or be in the process of obtaining one. Required to obtain Massachusetts State Licenses as stated in Chapter 146, Section 50 of the Massachusetts General Laws, leading to a Massachusetts Second Class Engineer’s License. Massachusetts Third Class Engineer's Operating License (preferred). Massachusetts Licensed Forklift Operator License (preferred).About NAES
NAES Corporation is the leading provider of operations, maintenance, and engineering services for energy facilities. We have established ourselves as a reliable partner for clients in North America and internationally, offering services across power generation, oil and gas, and renewable energy sectors. Additionally, our growing family of companies enables us to address the entire life cycle of power generation and other industrial plants.
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.