At NAES, you’ll find engaging and challenging career opportunities in the power generation, renewable energy and industrial construction industry. At every level of the company, we share a common goal: To instill confidence in our clients through our steadfast commitment to safety, integrity and quality of work.

As the largest independent operator of power facilities in the industry, we’ve come to be viewed as an employer of choice. We strive to attract and retain employees by offering competitive compensation, a comprehensive benefits package (including retirement) and promotional opportunities.

Summary

The O&M Specialist will develop and produce System Descriptions, operations and maintenance procedures, and additional NAES procedural programs as directed. This is for a variety of power generation and industrial technologies through analysis of technical manuals, schematics, control and logic diagrams, and other plant design information.

Primary Duties

Perform detailed analysis of plant technical data and extract pertinent information for use in procedures development, presenting the information in a manner that promotes a thorough understanding of the material by plant and client personnel Formulate and edit text for facility operations manuals, including step-by-step instructions for operation of equipment, systems, and overall plant functions, with emphasis on technical accuracy and compliance with standard engineering principles and practices Formulate and edit text for plant program manuals, including Safety, Maintenance, Training, and Assessment programs. Assist in the development of spreadsheets, forms and other useful tools to be utilized by the plants in implementing the various O&M programs Extract maintenance requirements from various vendor manuals and develop maintenance schedules and procedures to support plant personnel in performing and recording maintenance and repairs Schedule and execute training programs which coordinate both manufacturer and company provided training on all plant systems and major components Interface with manufacturer representatives regarding schedules and scope of material to be presented and obtain commitments to participate as scheduled Create lesson plans, examinations, and answer keys designed to ensure that the requisite information has been provided for each training session Design, obtain, coordinate, or prepare, as necessary, training aids and materials to be used during each applicable training session

Scope of Responsibilities

Determines own practices and procedures, contributing to the development of new concepts, performing duties under the direction of the Manager of O&M Services. Decisions are made within policy constraints and duties are performed in a team environment.

Position encounters a wide diversity of work situations, which are generally complex in  nature.

Contacts are normally made with others inside and outside the company, including plant operators and supervisors at all levels of responsibility as well as immediate associates and own supervisor. Acts as representative of NAES headquarters during visits to plant sites or facilities. Acts as liaison between procedures team and on-site project management staff.

Ensure that all project requirements are addressed, including but not limited to the following: issuing required reports, developing production delivery schedules, tracking of project status against planned execution. Proactively respond to client driven matters and/or inputs.

Working Relationships

The O&M Specialist reports to the Manager of O&M Services and will develop Operations and Maintenance programs under the direction of the Manager of O&M Services or a Senior O&M Specialist. 

Compensation

The initial compensation will range from $84,000 - $96,0000 depending on experience and qualifications

Education and Experience

Associate degree in engineering or equivalent technical training knowledge and experience Four to six years practical experience in operations and maintenance in a variety of technologies such as combustion equipment, large combustion engines, boilers, steam systems, turbines, generators, chillers, cooling towers, water treatment systems, electrical distribution, solar, geothermal, wind, fire protection, and other facility mechanical and electrical Two to three years related technical writing, training, and experience in the development of technical documents preferred.

Specific Skills and Knowledge

Thorough knowledge and understanding of safe and acceptable industry practices and Ability to analyze large amounts of technical data and interpret such information for day-to-day use by plant Ability to formulate and communicate thoughts and ideas developed in a power plant and/or industrial facility context into cogent procedural guidance for plant personnel and integrated classroom Excellent writing and analytical skills and an ability to communicate information in both formal and informal Thorough knowledge of English composition principles and technical and non- technical vocabulary

Physical Requirements and Working Conditions

Normal working hours are 8:00a.m. to 5:00p.m. Monday through Friday. Extensive travel may be required to meet client or project requirements. Work is performed on industrial sites when traveling, requiring protective clothing and equipment. Extended hours may be  required during travel or due to project phasing and project specific requirements. Client demands may dictate adjustment to this schedule including on-call duty and demands beyond the normal job description.

Fit 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 facility.

Performance

All employees have the responsibility to both the customer and their co-workers to do the job right the first time, and to ensure the customer’s needs are being met. 

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 and every employee’s performance.

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.