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Operations & Maintenance (O&M) Technician

NAES, Orleans, Michigan, United States

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Operations & Maintenance (O&M) Technician Posted 2 days ago. Be among the first 25 applicants.

Opportunity Summary The O&M Technician supporting the Willow Point RNG site is responsible for performing activities associated with the safe and efficient operations and electrical maintenance of the sites in compliance with all regulatory permits. Responsibilities will include performing a variety of skilled operational and maintenance tasks throughout the day which includes interfacing with the SCADA system, running analytical tests, and performing the inspection, repair, testing, adjustment, installation and removal of all electronic and electrical power plant equipment and systems.

Operations Primary Duties

Assist with operations, maintenance and overall activities associated with the facility

Assist in the anaerobic digestion process by monitoring equipment, gauges and charts in the digester, electrical generation, and waste treatment processes

Record and analyze statistical data concerning plant operations ensuring that the plant is running as specified

Troubleshoot failures and malfunctions to determine the root cause and maintain, operate, repair and replace equipment as necessary

Maintain, modify or repair instrumentation and control equipment including recorders, flowmeter and other water quality monitoring equipment

Collect samples for testing and reporting and performs lab analysis for process control

Ensure that plant operates within required standards

Monitor performance of electrical systems, circuits or equipment of the treatment plant

Maintain a clean and presentable plant environment

Electrical Maintenance

Perform preventive maintenance duties on all major equipment and systems as well as emergency backup systems

Maintain complete equipment files, logs, and drawings for all designated equipment

Conduct instrument calibration as scheduled/required

Maintain all plant instrumentation and electrical equipment

Inspect repair, install and remove all types of motors, generators, transformers, switches, control equipment, wiring, electrical signal and communication systems, and storage batteries, and work with electrical systems up to and including 480 volts

Conduct troubleshooting and analysis on DCS, PLC and turbine control equipment

Fully support and participate in the NAES Safety and Regulatory Compliance Programs

Complete other tasks as assigned by the Area O&M Manager.

NAES Safe Safety is a core value of NAES and as a condition of employment, all employees are expected to be mentally alert and work safely at all times. Additionally, employees are required to adhere to all safety warnings and posted safety signs whenever on company property. Furthermore, employees must follow all NAES safety rules and procedures. Effectiveness in carrying out this responsibility is part of the evaluation of each employee’s performance.

Physical Requirements And Working Conditions Physical requirements include the possibility of standing for extended periods of time, stair and ladder climbing and routinely lifting up to 50 pounds. Protective equipment must be worn in the performance of some duties (e.g. hard hats, safety glasses, air masks, ear protection, chemical suits, hot gloves and high voltage protective equipment, etc.). Work with hazardous materials may be required.

Fitness for Duty All employees will participate in the Fitness for Duty Program. This program includes a post-offer physical examination and drug screening and post-employment random drug screening. There are extensive smoking restrictions in and around the dairy farms.

Work Schedule This position offers a regularly scheduled Monday to Friday work week, with an 8-hour day shift. Position requires extended working hours and varied shifts with the possibility of weekend and holiday work, as required by schedules, workload and plant conditions. “On call” status will periodically be required.

Compensation The initial hourly rate of pay will range from $31.53 - $39.51 depending on applicable experience.

Job Qualifications

High school diploma or equivalency; additional technical training as well as knowledge of wastewater operations a plus

Basic understanding of the anaerobic digestion process desired; willingness to learn process and operating procedures; previous anaerobic process experience is desired

Experience in working with voltages up to 480 volts highly desirable

Experience in Renewable Natural Gas (RNG) or gas processing is a plus

Excellent oral and written communication skills; ability to actively listen to others for understanding

Must be able to work from blueprints

Must be skilled in the use of hand and power‑driven tools

Must have excellent organizational skills

Must be able to work well with others

Must have and maintain a valid driver’s license

About NAES NAES Corporation is the leading provider of operations, maintenance, and engineering services for energy facilities. We have established ourselves as a reliable partner for clients in North America and internationally, offering services across power generation, oil and gas, and renewable energy sectors. Additionally, our growing family of companies enables us to address the entire life cycle of power generation and other industrial plants.

NAES is committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace. It is the practice of NAES to seek employees of the highest quality and to select individuals on the basis of merit and competence, 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 basis of discrimination prohibited by applicable local, state and federal law.

Skills Calibration - Instrumentation and Equipment: Intermediate

High Voltage: Intermediate

Mechanical Maintenance: Intermediate

Troubleshooting and Diagnostics: Intermediate

Verbal and Written Communications: Intermediate

Behaviours Dedicated: Devoted to a task or purpose with loyalty or integrity

Detail Oriented: Capable of carrying out a given task with all details necessary to get the task done well

Enthusiastic: Shows intense and eager enjoyment and interest

Team Player: Works well as a member of a group

Preferred Experience Experience in working with voltages up to 480 volts.

Basic understanding of the anaerobic digestion process desired; willingness to learn process and operating procedures; previous anaerobic process experience is preferred.

Licenses & Certifications Required: Driver's License

Seniority level Entry level

Employment type Full-time

Job function Management and Manufacturing

Industries Utilities

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