Biomass Plant Operator (Auxiliary) – 12h Shifts

NAES; Colbert (GA); On-site; USD 39,000 - 51,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual performance bonus

Job summary

NAES in Colbert, GA, is seeking an Auxiliary Plant Operator to oversee safe operation and monitoring of biomass plant systems, including boiler and emissions controls. You will perform inspections, testing, chemistry sampling, and detailed log keeping to ensure reliable plant performance.

Work with the CRO and Operations staff on shift, follow safety procedures, and participate in a rotating 12-hour schedule. This role requires strong safety awareness and the ability to read P&IDs and procedures.

Qualifications

• HS diploma; associate degree preferred in Power Plant Tech or related field.
• Relevant experience in power generation or heavy industrial operations is required.
• Hands-on experience operating/maintaining boilers, biomass fuel handling, ash handling, air compressors, or boiler feedwater systems is preferred.
• Ability to read and interpret drawings and procedures (P&IDs, manuals, SOPs).
• Strong safety culture including lockout/tagout, confined space, and EPA/OSHA awareness.

Responsibilities

• Assist start-up, shutdown, and routine operation of biomass plant systems.
• Operate and monitor conveyors, feed systems, ash handling, compressors, and emissions control equipment (SCR, precipitator).
• Perform inspections, tests, and basic diagnostics to assess equipment condition.
• Prepare equipment for service or removal per Control Room Operator instructions; execute isolation and LOTO.
• Conduct boiler feedwater and condensate chemistry testing; support emissions monitoring.
• Maintain logs, shift reports, and equipment readings; document clearances and tagging as needed.
• Report abnormal conditions promptly; support corrective actions.
• Assist maintenance with troubleshooting and equipment isolation; prepare work requests.
• Document maintenance activities in CMMS; ensure housekeeping and safe operations.
• Flexibly support operations and maintenance; participate in after-hours/work schedule as needed.

Skills

Safety awareness

Reading P&IDs

LOTO procedures

Effective communication

Team collaboration

Education

High school diploma

Associate degree in Power Plant Technology or related

Tools

Boiler operation

Biomass handling equipment

CMMS documentation

Job description

NAES in Colbert, GA, is seeking an Auxiliary Plant Operator to oversee safe operation and monitoring of biomass plant systems, including boiler and emissions controls. You will perform inspections, testing, chemistry sampling, and detailed log keeping to ensure reliable plant performance.

Work with the CRO and Operations staff on shift, follow safety procedures, and participate in a rotating 12-hour schedule. This role requires strong safety awareness and the ability to read P&IDs and procedures.