Power Plant Technician - 12-Hour Rotating Shifts

NAES; Aquasco (MD); Vor Ort; USD 30.000 - 82.000; Vollzeit

Zusammenfassung

NAES is seeking an Operating Technician at Chalk Point Generating Station in Aquasco, MD to support start-up, shutdown, and routine operation of seven gas turbines and two steam turbines. You will inspect equipment, perform minor repairs, follow control room directives, and maintain CMMS logs to ensure reliable plant performance.

The role requires strong data logging, calibration, and coordination with the Control Room Supervisor.

Qualifikationen

• An associate degree in Plant Technology, Mechanical Engineering Technology, Electrical Engineering Technology, Process Technology, or a related field is preferred.
• Equivalent technical training in industrial maintenance or instrumentation and controls may be considered in lieu of a degree.
• Previous experience in power plant operations or a similar industrial environment is preferred.
• Knowledge of combustion turbine and/or steam turbine operations, electrical systems, industrial safety, regulatory compliance, hazardous waste management, and plant operating parameter monitoring and logging is desirable.
• Experience implementing or working within a lockout/tagout (LOTO) program for hazardous energy control is required.
• Familiarity with piping and instrumentation diagrams (P&IDs) and process control systems is beneficial.
• Proficiency with work order systems or computerized maintenance management systems (CMMS) is required.
• Understanding of plant mechanical and electrical systems, including motors, pumps, boilers, fluid systems, chemical handling equipment, water treatment, pollution control, and AC/DC electrical distribution and control systems, is essential.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills are necessary.
• Ability to collaborate effectively, work independently, and develop practical solutions to operational and maintenance challenges is expected.
• Must possess a valid, unrestricted U.S. driver’s license.

Aufgaben

• Assist in the start-up, shutdown, and routine operation of power plant systems.
• Operate auxiliary equipment to support plant functionality.
• Conduct operating tests and inspections; perform minor repairs and adjustments.
• Follow directives to clear and prepare equipment for service at isolated panels.
• Maintain detailed logs; document activities in CMMS/SAP work orders.
• Read meters, gauges, and automatic devices to record data like temperature, vibration, hours, pressure, and fluid levels.
• Perform visual inspections and listen for malfunctions to determine repairs or lubrication needs.
• Diagnose mechanical malfunctions and execute repairs, replacements, and component examinations.
• Calibrate plant instrumentation and electrical circuits using test equipment.
• Troubleshoot PLCs, plant control systems, and DCS; replace control cards and wiring terminations.
• Assist in other tasks as required by the O&M Manager.

Ausbildung

High School or better

Associate degree in Power Plant Technology or related field

Associates or better in Power Plant Technology or related field

Tools

CMMS

SAP

P&ID

PLCs

DCS

Jobbeschreibung

NAES is seeking an Operating Technician at Chalk Point Generating Station in Aquasco, MD to support start-up, shutdown, and routine operation of seven gas turbines and two steam turbines. You will inspect equipment, perform minor repairs, follow control room directives, and maintain CMMS logs to ensure reliable plant performance.

The role requires strong data logging, calibration, and coordination with the Control Room Supervisor.