Operations and Maintenance (O&M) Technician

NAES•City of Batavia, NY

1d•$35 - $40•Onsite

About The Position

The Operations & Maintenance (O&M) Technician supports the safe, reliable operation and maintenance of the Batavia Power Plant, a 62 MW combined-cycle cogeneration facility producing both electricity and thermal energy. This hands-on role assists with operating combustion turbines, HRSGs, steam turbines, generators, and balance-of-plant equipment while performing routine inspections, preventive maintenance, and troubleshooting activities. The position offers structured training and development toward Control Room Operator (CRO) qualification within a collaborative power generation environment.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent required.
Experience supporting operations and maintenance activities in a power generation or heavy industrial facility.
Working knowledge of gas turbines, steam systems, HRSGs, generators, pumps, valves, compressors, and other balance-of-plant equipment.
Basic understanding of plant operations, startup and shutdown procedures, instrumentation, controls, and electrical systems.
Ability to inspect equipment, perform basic troubleshooting, interpret operating procedures and technical drawings, and accurately document operational activities.
Familiarity with preventive maintenance programs, CMMS applications, and safe work practices, including OSHA requirements and Lockout/Tagout (LOTO).
Strong communication, teamwork, and problem-solving skills with a commitment to safety and continuous improvement.
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 technology, or a related technical field is preferred.
Equivalent military or industry experience may be considered.
Combined-cycle experience is preferred.
Fit testing for respirators may be required.

Responsibilities

Support the safe startup, shutdown, operation, and monitoring of combustion turbines, HRSGs, steam turbines, generators, and auxiliary systems in accordance with plant procedures.
Perform routine operating rounds, equipment inspections, and condition monitoring to identify abnormal operating conditions and support reliable plant performance.
Monitor plant operating parameters using control systems and field instrumentation, documenting equipment status and operating data in plant logs.
Assist with preventive, predictive, and corrective maintenance activities on mechanical, electrical, instrumentation, and control systems.
Support troubleshooting of plant equipment, including turbines, generators, pumps, valves, heat exchangers, compressors, and balance-of-plant systems.
Assist with equipment isolations, system restoration, and maintenance support during planned and unplanned outages.
Utilize the CMMS to document maintenance activities, equipment history, and work completion.
Perform basic instrumentation, controls, and electrical (IC&E) support activities, including field verification, calibration assistance, and diagnostic troubleshooting under supervision.
Participate in structured Control Room Operator (CRO) qualification training while developing knowledge of combined-cycle plant operations.
Provide occasional operational and maintenance support to the Sterling Power Plant as required.
Maintain compliance with all safety, environmental, and regulatory requirements while promoting a strong safety culture.
Fulfill other tasks as assigned, contributing to the overall efficiency and effectiveness of plant operations.