Auxiliary Plant Operator

NAES•Middletown, CT

8d•Onsite

About The Position

The Auxiliary Plant Operator supports safe, reliable, and efficient operations at Kleen Energy Systems by operating and monitoring auxiliary equipment and systems. This position performs equipment rounds, inspections, testing, water chemistry activities, minor maintenance, and equipment isolation while supporting startup, shutdown, and normal and emergency operations. Working closely with the Control Room Operator (CRO) and Maintenance, the Auxiliary Plant Operator identifies abnormal conditions and takes corrective action to maintain plant reliability.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent is required.
Demonstrated experience in power generation, industrial operations, maintenance, or a related technical environment, with exposure to mechanical, electrical, and auxiliary plant equipment.
Commitment to safe work practices and familiarity with applicable OSHA, NFPA, environmental, and hazardous material requirements.
Must possess a valid, unrestricted U.S. driver’s license and ensure it remains in good standing at all times.

Nice To Haves

An associate degree in power plant technology, engineering, process technology, or a related technical field is preferred.
Hands-on familiarity with water chemistry, water treatment systems, chemical handling, or related plant processes is preferred.
Working knowledge of combined-cycle power plant equipment and processes, including combustion turbines, steam turbines, HRSGs, pumps, valves, compressors, and auxiliary systems, is desirable.
Basic understanding of electrical systems, electrical theory, and safe work practices around energized and high-voltage equipment.
Ability to read and interpret operating procedures, technical manuals, piping and instrumentation diagrams (P&IDs), and other plant documentation.

Responsibilities

Assist with the startup, shutdown, and routine operation of power plant systems and equipment in accordance with established procedures.
Operate and monitor auxiliary equipment and systems, including air compressors, circulating water, HRSG, boiler feedwater and condensate systems, generator cooling, water treatment, wastewater, chemical systems, and locally controlled electrical and mechanical equipment.
Perform routine equipment rounds, operational tests, inspections, and diagnostics; identify abnormal conditions and complete minor repairs or adjustments to maintain proper operating conditions.
Coordinate with the Control Room Operator (CRO) to operate equipment from local or isolated panels, place equipment in or out of service, and perform clearing, tagging, testing, and other equipment isolation and Lockout/Tagout (LOTO) activities.
Conduct routine water chemistry analysis, assist with chemical handling and offloads, and operate Continuous Emissions Monitoring Systems (CEMS) in accordance with plant and regulatory requirements.
Maintain accurate operating logs, equipment records, and other required documentation, including supporting the preparation and administration of equipment Tag Outs.
Report abnormal or irregular operating conditions to the CRO and take appropriate corrective action within established procedures to protect personnel, equipment, and plant reliability.
Assist Maintenance personnel during maintenance activities and outages, including equipment identification, troubleshooting, work request preparation, LOTO, preventive and corrective maintenance, and minor mechanical, electrical, and instrumentation repairs.
Use the Computerized Maintenance Management System (CMMS) to document equipment deficiencies and maintenance activities, initiate work requests, order materials, and support parts and inventory management.
Perform additional duties as assigned and actively participate in NAES Safety and Regulatory Compliance Programs.