Power Plant Auxiliary Operator - Safe, Hands-on, 24/7

East Energy Operations; Wilson (NC); On-site; USD 52,000 - 66,000; Full time

Job summary

East Energy Operations in Wilson, NC is seeking an Auxiliary Operator to keep our power plant running safely and efficiently. You will operate boilers, turbines, dryers, pumps, and chemical systems, performing routine monitoring and preventive maintenance.

The ideal candidate has 1–2 years in a central utility plant, ability to read gauges/alarms, understand piping and instrumentation diagrams, and work rotating shifts including on-call. A valid driver's license is required.

Qualifications

• 1–2 years in a central utility power plant or similar industrial facility.
• Boilers, turbines, dryers, combustion principles, steam production, and water treatment.
• Mechanical/electrical aptitude, ability to read gauges/alarms, interpret piping and instrumentation diagrams, and perform minor maintenance.

Responsibilities

• Monitor, operate, and maintain plant and auxiliary equipment to ensure safe and reliable performance.
• Perform routine boiler chemistry sampling and make operational adjustments as directed.
• Handle chemicals and fuel safely, including receiving deliveries and material handling.
• Operate and maintain chemical pumping systems, water treatment systems, and fuel/dryer operations.
• Assist with preventive maintenance, repairs, and troubleshooting of mechanical, electrical, and instrumentation systems.
• Perform Lockout/Tagout (LOTO) for equipment maintenance.
• Support emergency operations and respond quickly to plant issues.
• Conduct operational rounds and keep accurate logs.
• Work rotating shifts, weekends, and holidays as needed to support 24/7 plant operations.

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

Electrical aptitude

Gauges/alarms reading

P&ID interpretation

Minor maintenance

Shift work

Job description

East Energy Operations in Wilson, NC is seeking an Auxiliary Operator to keep our power plant running safely and efficiently. You will operate boilers, turbines, dryers, pumps, and chemical systems, performing routine monitoring and preventive maintenance.

The ideal candidate has 1–2 years in a central utility plant, ability to read gauges/alarms, understand piping and instrumentation diagrams, and work rotating shifts including on-call. A valid driver's license is required.