The Gilbert Power Plant comprises one 288 MW natural gas four-on-one combined-cycle train, as well as a 152 MW oil/gas-fired simple-cycle combustion turbine peaking unit. Located on a 232-acre site adjacent to the Delaware River in Hunterdon County. Originally commissioned in the 1920s as a coal-fired plant, it underwent a conversion in 1970 to utilize oil as its primary fuel and subsequently transitioned to natural gas.

The Gilbert site oversees the management of nine peaking combustion turbine sites situated in eastern Pennsylvania and New Jersey.

Opportunity Summary

The Control Room Operator is responsible for monitoring the status of all plant systems on a continuous basis. As the CRO, this position ensures that alarms and upset conditions are properly cleared by taking appropriate corrective actions; executes plant shutdown and start-up procedures, as required, and ensures that the plant meets its generating requirements while operating in a safe and efficient manner. As the CRO, this position ensures that all equipment is operating properly in accordance with approved procedures, guidelines, equipment technical manuals and operating directives from plant management.

Primary Duties

Assist in the start-up, operation, and shutdown of all equipment, including turbine/generators. Ensure the safe and efficient operation of all equipment, including combustion turbines, HRSGs, steam turbines, generators, and auxiliaries. Fully support and actively participate in NAES Safety, Environmental, and Regulatory Compliance Programs. Accept personal responsibility for own safety, adhering to, supporting, and helping enforce all company safety and environmental rules, policies, and procedures. Completes the daily log and other plant records promptly and accurately, covering electrical output, steam output, emissions output, fuel consumed, water consumed, and heat rates. Conduct periodic reviews of logs and records to ensure the effective functioning of tag-out procedures, equipment status, and designated administrative systems. Participate in the administrative maintenance of plant operating manuals, technical references, prints and diagrams, and preventive/predictive maintenance records. Communicate plant abnormalities to other plant personnel and management. Monitor the performance of plant equipment, taking appropriate corrective action as required when alarms are activated. As needed, direct the work of others to assist with tasks. Participate in staff training as assigned. Follow shift relief procedures, ensuring accurate and complete presentation and delivery of all plant issues and concerns. The on-duty Technician cannot leave until properly relieved. Be proficient in the operation of all plant equipment, proactively monitoring all plant equipment and systems. Assist in troubleshooting technical issues and diagnosing equipment failures/anomalies. Assist with control measures during plant upset conditions, including containment, control, and corrective actions. Support the maintenance of plant equipment on normal shifts and during outages as plant status allows. Actively support the Maintenance Team in the execution of maintenance plans by providing support (Lockout/Tagout), equipment identification, troubleshooting, work request preparation, or other areas as needed. Complete other tasks as requested by the Operations 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.

Working Relationships

The CRO reports to the Operations Manager and responds to directions from the Operations Manager, and Plant Manager. The CR0 gives direction to operations personnel.

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. Must be able to be respirator qualified. There are extensive smoking restrictions in and around the facility.

Fitness for Duty

All employees will participate in the Fitness for Duty Program. This program includes post-offer physical examination and drug screening and post-employment random drug screening. 

Work Schedule

The CRO work schedule will rotate between a four 10-hour shift work week and five 8-hour shift work week, alternating between four people for the first six months. Position requires extended working hours and varied shifts with weekend and holiday work, as required by schedules, workload, and plant conditions. "On call" status will periodically be required.

Compensation

Initial starting compensation will either be $46.09 or $51.27 per hour depending on qualifications, as per CBA.

Job Qualifications

Must currently possess a State of New Jersey 'Blue Seal' Engineer's License, or be able to obtain one within 12 months of hire. Ability to understand procedures and instructions specific to the area of assignment as would be acquired in four years of high school. Five years experience in power plant operations desirable. Experience in water chemistry control, analysis of water conditions, water treatment facility operations and chemical handling requirements is required. Theoretical and practical knowledge of combustion/steam turbine operations, closed system steam generation, industrial safety, hazardous waste management and inspection/recording of plant parameters is highly desirable. Experience with piping and instrument schematics and process controls desirable. Extensive working knowledge of power plant industry desirable. Experience in the direct operation of a combined cycle large frame gas turbine power plant preferred. Must be able to successfully complete the Operator Qualification Program in policy defined period. Must have excellent organizational, oral and written communication skills. Must possess a valid and unrestricted driver's license, ensuring it remains in good standing at all times.

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.