Sandy Creek is a 900-megawatt coal-fired power plant in Riesel, Texas. It features a single IHI supercritical pulverized coal boiler, a Toshiba steam turbine generator, and Alstom air-quality control systems. As one of the largest new coal plants in the U.S., it generates electricity for over 900,000 Texas homes and businesses using Powder River Basin coal.

Opportunity Summary

The Mobile Equipment Operator is a non-exempt hourly role responsible for operating heavy equipment such as large dozers, fork trucks, loaders, excavators, and track hoes. This position also oversees train coal loads and manages the coal inventory stockpile. Strong communication skills and the ability to work independently are essential. The Mobile Equipment Operator will be assigned to one of four operations crews and will work a rotating shift.

Primary Functions

Operate equipment to manage coal inventory Maintain coal pile slopes and mitigate the formation of hot spots as they occur Move and coordinate traffic flow on the coal pile when additional dozers are utilized to assist with coal pile management Lead the effort to keep coal supplied to the coal reclaim system as coal is fed to the unit to be consumed Maintain daily logs and keep checklists up to date on all Mobile Equipment in the fuel handling area Ensure equipment is properly fueled and housekeeping is properly completed on equipment used at the end of your shift Assist as needed in conveyor inspection, locomotive moving, RCD operation and rail car setting Must be able to operate a dozer, fork truck, loader, trac hoe and other heavy equipment Complete other tasks as requested by Operations Supervisors 

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 Mobile Equipment Operators positions report to the Operations Shift Supervisor. 

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

This position offers a 12-hour rotating shift schedule. Position requires extended working hours and varied shifts with weekend and holiday work, as required by schedules, workload and project conditions.

Compensation

The initial compensation will be $23.00 - $38.00 per hour and will include an annual performance bonus.

Job Qualifications

Prior experience operating heavy equipment High school diploma or GED Some computer skills required – ability to keep a log, complete computer-based training, regularly respond to email, and write work orders Good written and verbal communication skills Good mechanical aptitude – ability to troubleshoot and assist with heavy equipment repairs  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.