New York Power Authority · 2 days ago
Operating Technician C
New York, NY
Full-time
Onsite
Entry, Mid Level
$53.94/hr - $53.94/hr
2+ years expNew York Power Authority is responsible for operating and maintaining power generation facilities, and they are seeking an Operating Technician C to manage the Astoria 500 MW Combined Cycle Plant. This role involves operating the plant, performing maintenance, and ensuring compliance with regulations.
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Responsibilities
Operating the power plant includes operating a combined cycle power generation plant as Operating Technician in field operations, unit shutdowns and startups and getting qualified operating the plant from the Control Room
Responsibilities include operating and maintaining all plant components including gas and steam turbine, heat recovery steam generators, environmental control, steam & water quality, cooling tower, boiler feed, condensate, circulating water and fuel systems
Additional responsibilities include troubleshooting, preventive and corrective maintenance on instrumentation equipment and mechanical/electrical systems
Responsibilities also include operating and maintaining the plant in accordance with all applicable federal, state, and local laws and regulations, including but not limited to Title V Air permit, SPDES and other environmental permits
This position requires working a rotating 12-hour shift
The responsibilities of this position include being able to operate the control board
Qualification
Required
Experienced in troubleshooting, repair and maintenance of plant systems and equipment
Independent judgment and decision-making skills while performing self-directed work with minimal supervision
Must be able to climb ladders and work on heights
Must be able to able to lift minimum of 50 pounds
Must qualify to wear a full-face respirator and maintain the qualifications
Must have a valid Drivers' License
Associate of Applied Science (AAS) degree in Science, Engineering or Technology or related
Minimum of 2 years of experience in power generation plant or electrical substation or military/marine power plant applications in operation and maintenance of these systems
Company
New York Power Authority
New York Power Authority is the largest state public power organization,producing some of the cheapest electricity.
1001-5000 employees
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Late StageLeadership Team
Justin E. Driscoll
President and Chief Executive Officer
Joseph Kessler
Executive Vice President, Chief Operating Officer
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