Power Plant Field Operator: Auxiliary Systems

NAES; Village of Castleton-on-Hudson (NY); On-site; USD 43,000 - 61,000; Full time

Job summary

NAES is seeking an Auxiliary Plant Operator to help safely operate Castleton Energy Center’s 72 MW combined cycle plant. You will run routine plant operations, monitor electrical and mechanical subsystems, and assist with startup, shutdown, and testing procedures on site.

Responsibilities include conducting water chemistry tests, LO/TO compliance, and maintaining logs. You will work with CRO and maintenance staff to ensure reliability and safety across 24/7 operations, with a focus on compliance

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required; associate degree preferred.
• Experience in power generation or industrial operations preferred.
• Familiarity with water chemistry, chemical handling, or related processes is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Assist with startup, shutdown, and routine operation of plant systems and equipment according to procedures.
• Operate and monitor auxiliary mechanical, electrical, and process systems (air compressors, circulating water, boiler feedwater, condensate, generator cooling, water treatment, wastewater, and chemicals).
• Perform equipment rounds, tests, inspections, and basic diagnostics; identify abnormal conditions and make minor adjustments or repairs.
• Coordinate with the CRO to operate locally controlled equipment, place equipment in or out of service, and perform LOTO activities.
• Conduct routine water chemistry testing and support chemical handling and CEMS activities.
• Maintain accurate operating logs, equipment records, and Tag Out documentation.
• Identify abnormal conditions and take corrective action to protect personnel, equipment, and plant reliability.
• Support maintenance and outage activities, including work requests, LOTO, and minor mechanical/electrical/instrumentation work.
• Use CMMS to document deficiencies and maintenance activities and to support inventory needs.
• Perform additional duties as assigned and participate in NAES safety and regulatory programs.

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

Read & interpret procedures

Troubleshooting

Safety mindset

Team coordination with CRO

Documentation accuracy

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Associate degree in Power Plant Technology or related

Job description

NAES is seeking an Auxiliary Plant Operator to help safely operate Castleton Energy Center’s 72 MW combined cycle plant. You will run routine plant operations, monitor electrical and mechanical subsystems, and assist with startup, shutdown, and testing procedures on site.

Responsibilities include conducting water chemistry tests, LO/TO compliance, and maintaining logs. You will work with CRO and maintenance staff to ensure reliability and safety across 24/7 operations, with a focus on compliance