NAES Staffing Services is seeking an Operations & Maintenance (O&M) Technician to support operations at the Niles Energy Center. Located in Niles, Michigan, the Niles Energy Center is a 1.08-gigawatt gas-fired combined-cycle power facility that provides reliable, efficient electricity to the regional grid. Equipped with two GE 7HA.02 gas turbines, a steam turbine generator, advanced heat recovery steam generators (HRSGs), and a low-NOx auxiliary boiler, the plant maximizes efficiency while minimizing emissions.

Pay is $60/hr - per diem is $178 per day. Selected candidate will work 12hr days averaging 48-60 hours per week. Duration is 3 months.

Job Summary:
The Operations & Maintenance (O&M) Technician assists in the proper start-up, operation, and shutdown of the gas turbine, steam turbine generator, HRSG, water treatment, high voltage electrical equipment, and balance of plant equipment from outside the control room. During the work shift, the Operations & Maintenance (O&M) Technician also tours designated areas in the plant to inspect equipment and record operating parameters. The Operations & Maintenance (O&M) Technician also performs routine preventative maintenance and periodically works under the direction of the maintenance technicians to support corrective maintenance activities. The Operations & Maintenance (O&M) Technician reports to and supports the Control Room Operator and will provide recommendations and input to the staff in the operation of all plant water systems and setting performance goals for the generation facility.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities
• Perform safe and efficient operation of the boiler, gas & steam turbine generators, related auxiliaries, and balance of plant systems from outside the control room.
• Perform start-up, operation, and shutdown of plant equipment and systems in accordance with approved plant procedures and as directed by the Control Room Operator. Respond to abnormal situations from outside the control room
• Monitor and record local operating parameters and adjust to maintain safe and efficient operation.
• Provide periodic reports to the Control Room Operator regarding plant status.
• Upon detecting faulty equipment operation, report the situation to the Control Room Operator and assist in diagnosing the cause.
• As directed, take proper action to restore the equipment and plant to a safe condition.
• Monitor plant air and water emissions equipment from outside the control room and take steps to maintain within acceptable limits.
• Immediately notify Control Room Operator of abnormal situations.
• Obtain water sampling from plant sources and perform basic water chemistry analysis such as pH, conductivity, and other constituents related to the monitoring requirements of the facility.
• Observe basic laboratory safety and chemical handling techniques to ensure safety.
• Observe, report, troubleshoot, and correct situations that are likely to develop into operational problems or safety hazards.
• Safely handle hazardous chemicals and execute chemical transfer operations. Report and respond to chemical spills and leaks in accordance with plant emergency response plans.
• Monitor and operate electrical circuit breakers and switches as directed by the Control Room Operator for safe and efficient operation of the plant. This includes opening, locking, and tagging for isolation and maintenance.
• Obtain thorough turnover from O&M Technician being relieved, including special orders and unusual operating conditions. Review operating logs and inspect plant equipment, controls, and indications in accordance with plant lockout/tagout procedures.
• As directed by the Control Room Operator, perform periodic reliability tests on critical plant systems and equipment including lube oil pumps, turbine valves, turbine system trips, and boiler trips.
• Test and operate plant fire and chemical safety equipment as directed.
• Perform periodic preventative maintenance on plant equipment. Support plant maintenance technicians as necessary to complete corrective maintenance activities.
• Maintain work area in a clean, orderly condition. Perform housekeeping activities in the plant on a routine basis to ensure cleanliness, including building areas.
• Periodically supervise vendors conducting work on the plant site and report status of activities to the Control Room Operator.
• Participate in, and sometime lead, scheduled safety meetings and training.
• Perform minor maintenance as directed during scheduled and unscheduled maintenance periods.
• Maintain a valid Driver’s License and obtain certification on plant mobile equipment. Safely operate vehicles and diligently observe safe work practices when operating vehicles and mobile equipment.