The O&M Technician will be primarily assigned to the Tracy Power Project—a 330 MW combined cycle plant located in Tracy—and will provide support to the broader project fleet as needed.
The fleet includes four additional facilities: Henrietta Peaker Plant, a 96 MW simple cycle plant located in Lemoore, CA; Hanford Peaker Plant, a 97 MW simple cycle plant located in Hanford, CA; the Malaga Power Facility, a 96 MW simple cycle plant located in Fresno, CA; and Colton Energy Center, an 80 MW simple cycle plant located in Colton, CA.
Opportunity Summary
The Operations and Maintenance (O&M) Technician plays a critical role in maintaining the safe and efficient operation of key power plant systems, including combustion turbines, HRSGs, and reverse osmosis water treatment systems. The role involves performing routine and preventive maintenance, troubleshooting issues, and ensuring system performance aligns with regulatory standards and operational goals. Additionally, the technician upholds safety protocols and occasionally travels to support operations at other facilities within the project fleet to ensure smooth plant performance.
Primary Functions
Your scope of responsibility as O&M Technician will include the following primary functions:
NAES Safe
Safety is a core value at NAES, and as a condition of employment, all employees are expected to remain mentally alert and work safely at all times. Employees must also adhere to all safety warnings and posted signs while on company property. Additionally, they are required to follow all NAES safety rules and procedures. Adherence to these safety responsibilities is one of the key factors in the evaluation of each employee’s performance.
Working Relationships
The O&M Technician reports to the O&M Manager and takes general direction from the Plant Manager. Additionally, this position will coordinate with all other plant personnel to ensure safe and reliable plant operations.
Physical Requirements and Working Conditions
Physical requirements include standing for extended periods of time, climbing stairs and ladders, working from elevated platforms and walkways at varying heights, and routinely lifting up to 50 pounds.
Power plant environment that may involve entering confined spaces, crawling through narrow areas, and handling hazardous materials, with exposure to fumes, extreme temperatures, and noise. Work may include high heat near equipment and varying outdoor weather conditions.
Some duties may require the use of protective equipment, which can include hard hats, safety glasses, and eye protection, air masks/respirators, ear protection, chemical suits, flame-resistant clothing (FRC), hot gloves, high-voltage protective gear, and fall protection. Fit testing for respirators may be required. Strict smoking restrictions apply in and around the facility.
Fitness for Duty
All personnel will participate in the Fitness for Duty Program, which includes a post-offer physical examination, drug screening, and post-employment random drug screening.
Work Schedule
The position operates on a 4-day, 10-hour shift schedule, with ten-hour shifts worked across four consecutive days. This position will occasionally necessitate extended working hours and flexible shifts as needed, including weekends and holidays, in response to schedules, workload demands, and plant conditions. Periodic callouts or “On call” status may also be required.
Occasional travel to support operations and maintenance at other power plant assets within the project fleet as needed.
Compensation
The initial compensation available for this position will range from $38.99 to $52.40 per hour and will include an annual performance bonus.
Job Qualifications
We are looking for a skilled Technician with experience in power generation operations and maintenance, coupled with a proven ability to contribute effectively to team success and consistently meet performance standards.
About NAES
NAES Corporation is a leading provider of operations, maintenance, and engineering services for energy facilities. We have built a reputation as a reliable partner for clients in North America and internationally, offering services across the power generation, oil and gas, and renewable energy sectors. Our growing family of companies allows us to address the entire life cycle of power generation and other industrial plants.
NAES is committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace. We prioritize selecting employees based on merit and competence, seeking individuals of the highest quality, without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, disability, military status, or affiliation protected under USERRA, or any other form of discrimination prohibited by applicable local, state, and federal law.
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: Considered a thought leader on a subject
: Consistently introduces new ideas and demonstrates original thinking
: Works well as a member of a group
Associates or better in Power Plant Technology or related field.
High School or better.
We are looking for a skilled Technician with experience in power generation operations and maintenance, coupled with a proven ability to contribute effectively to team success and consistently meet performance standards.
Ability to understand procedures and instructions related to the assigned area, typically acquired through four years of high school. An Associate degree in power plant technology, a related technical field, or engineering is preferred. Relevant experience may be considered in lieu of education on a year-for-year basis.
Proven track record in technician roles within power generation, with hands-on experience in operating and maintaining combustion turbines, auxiliary systems, as well as simple cycle and/or combined cycle gas turbine systems.
Demonstrated expertise in journeyman-level operations and mechanical systems, including startup, shutdown, and routine operations, troubleshooting, and repairing mechanical, hydraulic, pneumatic, and electrical systems, and disassembling and reassembling plant components such as pumps, valves, and turbine-generators, as well as working with microprocessor and electronic systems.
Theoretical and practical knowledge of gas and steam turbine operations, Continuous Emission Monitoring (CEMS) systems, electrical systems, piping and instrument schematics, process controls, and inspection/recording of plant parameters.
Skilled in interpreting and troubleshooting complex technical documentation, including blueprints, electrical schematics, and wiring diagrams, while documenting maintenance processes to ensure regulatory compliance and continuous improvement in equipment performance and reliability.
Thorough understanding of safety protocols, including Lock-Out-Tag-Out (LOTO) procedures, OSHA requirements, and environmental compliance standards.
Proven ability to lead and coordinate cross-functional teams, contractors, and vendors, optimizing resources and ensuring timely project execution to support smooth plant operations and achieve maintenance objectives.
Advanced problem-solving abilities with a strong foundation in technical writing and communication, coupled with mathematical aptitude to convey complex concepts and solutions clearly.
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