Power Plant Operator

Ameresco•Half Moon Bay, CA

42d•Onsite

About The Position

Ameresco, Inc. (NYSE:AMRC) is a leading energy solutions provider dedicated to helping customers reduce costs, enhance resilience, and decarbonize to net zero in the global energy transition. We are a trusted, full-service partner to public sector and government entities, K-12 schools, higher education, utilities, and healthcare customers across the U.S., Canada, the U.K., and Europe. At Ameresco, we show the way by developing, constructing and operating tailored smart energy efficiency solutions, distributed energy resources, and infrastructure upgrades that drive cost savings, resilience, decarbonization, and innovation. Our comprehensive portfolio is built to address the challenges of today and adapt the future, ensuring long-term sustainability and success for our customers. Position Overview: We are currently seeking a Power Plant Operator and or Mechanic Technician to join our Renewable Power Plant operations team at our site location in Half Moon Bay, CA. Ideal candidates could have knowledge with Power Plant Operations, Controls including PLC, HMI and SCADA, Automotive and Diesel mechanic, Power Production, and related fields.

Requirements

GED or High School Diploma
Minimum 2 years equipment operations experience using mechanical, electrical, instrument or control system skills.
Valid Drivers' License in good standing, issued by resident state required.

Nice To Haves

Experience with diesel or natural gas engines preferred.
Experience performing mechanical maintenance on blowers, compressors, and equipment preferred.
Experience with Jenbacher, Caterpillar, or Waukesha natural gas engines desirable.
Must be able to successfully complete position training and testing requirements.
Knowledge of PLC, electrical power equipment, and gas plant operations experience desirable.
Basic computer skills including e-mail and data entry using Microsoft Outlook, Word, & Excel.
Ability to lift up to 75 lbs & transport equipment & tools in excess of 300 lbs.
Strong verbal, written, computer communication and organization skills preferred.
At times, may flexibility for 'on call' support or varied schedule needs.

Responsibilities

Responsible for the daily operations of landfill gas to energy power plant.
Assisting in maintenance, troubleshooting and repair of reciprocating engines, as well as balance of plant equipment, such as compressors, pumps, valves, etc.
Learn and utilize maintenance database for tracking and completion of all maintenance on site. As well as learn HMI and SCADA functions.
Participate in scheduling and coordinating subcontractors for equipment services and repairs as needed.
Conduct inspections, walkthroughs, daily, weekly monthly, and quarterly rounds.
Maintain compliance with plant specifications, industry, and jurisdictional regulatory entities.
Perform other duties as assigned.