Power Plant Auxiliary Operator: Safety‑Focused & Hands‑On

East Energy Renewables; Farmville (NC); On-site; USD 42,000 - 66,000; Full time

Job summary

East Energy Renewables is seeking an Auxiliary Operator (AO) to safely operate and maintain boilers, turbines, dryers, pumps, and related equipment at our North Carolina power plant. You will monitor systems, perform routine sampling, handle chemicals, and support preventive maintenance in a safety‑conscious team environment.

The role requires 1–2 years of plant experience, the ability to read gauges/alarms, and a valid driver’s license with rotating shifts and on‑call duty.

Qualifications

• 1–2 years in a central utility power plant or similar industrial facility.
• Knowledge of boilers, turbines, dryers, combustion principles, steam production, and water treatment.
• Ability to read gauges and alarms, interpret piping and instrumentation diagrams.
• Valid driver’s license and ability to work rotating shifts and on‑call duty.
• Physical: lifting up to 50 lbs, climbing stairs/ladders, sitting, standing, reaching, confined spaces.

Responsibilities

• Operate and maintain plant and auxiliary equipment for safe, 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, 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 logs.
• Work rotating shifts, weekends, and holidays to support 24/7 operations.

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

Electrical aptitude

Gauge reading

P&ID interpretation

Maintenance basics

Safety awareness

Job description

East Energy Renewables is seeking an Auxiliary Operator (AO) to safely operate and maintain boilers, turbines, dryers, pumps, and related equipment at our North Carolina power plant. You will monitor systems, perform routine sampling, handle chemicals, and support preventive maintenance in a safety‑conscious team environment.

The role requires 1–2 years of plant experience, the ability to read gauges/alarms, and a valid driver’s license with rotating shifts and on‑call duty.