Power Plant Operator - 12-Hour Rotating Shifts, $48-$53/HR

NAES; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 66,000 - 73,000; Full time

Job summary

NAES in Houston, TX is seeking a Power Plant Operator to ensure safe, reliable, 24/7 power generation. You will monitor turbines, HRSGs, and support systems, perform field rounds, and follow safety procedures.

The role involves rotating 12-hour shifts, working on-site, and collaborating with Operations, Maintenance, and Engineering teams. Training and advancement opportunities are available; the position offers competitive pay and benefits.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent; technical training in power plant ops is a plus.
• Experience in power generation or similar operational role preferred.
• Knowledge of HRSGs, turbines, and water chemistry beneficial.
• Ability to interpret P&IDs, drawings, and manuals.

Responsibilities

• Operate gas and steam turbines, HRSGs, and generators to support plant ops.
• Follow LOTO, JSAs, and safety procedures.
• Monitor DCS/PLC systems and assess equipment status.
• Record shift logs and instrumentation readings.
• Troubleshoot equipment and assist maintenance.
• Coordinate with Operations, Maintenance, Engineering, and vendors.

Skills

DCS proficiency

PLC knowledge

Troubleshooting

Plant operation

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Associates in Power Plant Technology (preferred)

Tools

DCS systems

PLC systems

Siemens T3000

Ovation

Job description

NAES in Houston, TX is seeking a Power Plant Operator to ensure safe, reliable, 24/7 power generation. You will monitor turbines, HRSGs, and support systems, perform field rounds, and follow safety procedures.

The role involves rotating 12-hour shifts, working on-site, and collaborating with Operations, Maintenance, and Engineering teams. Training and advancement opportunities are available; the position offers competitive pay and benefits.