Auxiliary Operator

Position Summary The Auxiliary Operator supports the safe and efficient operation of the power plant and its supporting systems. This role performs routine water/gas chemistry analysis, conducts field inspections, monitors operating equipment/parameters, reports plant status, and assists the operations and maintenance team as needed.
Key Responsibilities Safety & Compliance

• Follow the site Health & Safety Management System and safe work practices (e.g., Permit to Work, Management of Change, contractor safety).
• Participate in safety observations/inspections, incident/near-miss reporting, and compliance programs.

Operations Support

• Perform assigned work under the Operations Manager, with day-to-day direction from the Control Room Operator.
• Assist in operating plant equipment and monitoring key operating parameters to maintain reliable operations.
• Inspect/monitor operating components and communicate plant conditions/status.

Chemistry / Water Treatment

• Perform routine water/gas chemistry analysis.
• Operate/maintain chemical pumping systems and support chemistry control to protect equipment reliability.
• Support chemical handling and offloading activities.

Maintenance Support

• Assist with preventive maintenance, planned maintenance, and routine repairs (mechanical and some electrical repair support).
• Support lockout/tagout, equipment identification, troubleshooting, and work request preparation.
• Work on rotating equipment, chemical systems, and water-processing equipment.
• Pull parts/supplies from inventory and complete usage reporting; assist with physical inventories.

Additional

• Support emergency operations/maintenance to protect equipment and maintain production.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications / Skills

• High school diploma (or equivalent); associate degree in a technical field preferred.
• Power plant experience preferred (e.g., power plant technician or similar).
• Preferred exposure to combustion turbines / high-pressure turbine equipment and related systems.
• Desired experience in water chemistry control, water treatment operations, and chemical handling.
• Mechanical/electrical aptitude and comfort reading plant documentation (e.g., piping/instrument schematics and process controls).

Work Conditions / Physical Requirements

• Standing/walking for extended periods; stair/ladder climbing; routine lifting up to 50 lbs.
• PPE required; may work with hazardous materials.
• Shift work with potential weekends/holidays, extended hours, and periodic on-call requirements.

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