About this role
Requisition ID: 92988
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Position Specific Description
This position sits within the Power Generation Division which is responsible for all of NextEra Energy’s non-nuclear generation operations, exceeding 40,000 megawatts (MW) of installed capacity. The plant is located in Yarmouth, Maine, totaling 750 megawatts. In addition to the responsibilities below, this individual will work a 12 hour rotating shift.
Job Overview
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Job Duties & Responsibilities
- Performs the duties of a Sr. Production Technician B Shift (Power Plant Field Operator)
- Follows all the safe work practices and procedures
- Perform maintenance activities to the degree the individual is qualified and in a safe manner
- Executes Clearance Permits as required under the direction of the Shift Plant Leader
- Proficient in the areas of power plant operations & associated auxiliary equipment used in fossil generating stations
- Proficient in the ability to interpret power generation systems, procedures, and drawings with ability to operate existing & new systems
- Monitors performance to identify operating characteristics, take necessary actions to prevent or limit failure, optimize efficiency, identify root cause and implement countermeasures
- Understands and follows procedures for compliance with all environmental regulations
- Assist the Shift Plant Leader in other assigned duties and work closely with the Production Assurance Staff, in the installation, maintenance, operation and troubleshooting of Fossil power generating equipment
Required Qualifications
- A State of Maine High Pressure Boiler Operators License or higher or have the ability to obtain a Boiler Operators Permit
- Must have a working knowledge of the Company's operating standards, policies, directives, safety and environmental regulations and instructions pertaining to the assignment
- Must demonstrate skill level to attain the skill set of those employees working in the same classification
- Sr. Production Technician B Qualifications
- Operations (5 station qualified) and one
- Maintenance Skill M/E/I and one additional skill set OR
- Operations (5 station qualified) and one PT skill M/E/I and one additional skill set
- Must be able to respond to off-hour callouts, work a reasonable amount of overtime, and be able to work on a 12-hr rotating shift
- Good communications skills, oral/written & basic computer skills
- A valid Maine driver's license and a safe driving record
Preferred Qualifications
- Aproved two (2) or four (4) Year relevant technology/BS degree or equivalent power geneation/heavy industrial experience
- Experience operating conventional power plants - oil fired boilers and steam turbines
- Intermediate level or higher skill set in Power Plant Mechanical, Electrical, or Instrumentation & Control crafts.
- Experience with Boiler Water Chemistry & Demineralizer operations and maintenance
- Willingness to advance to a Shift Production Specialist Role (Control Room Operator)
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Employee Group: Bargaining Unit
Employee Type: Full Time
Job Category: Craft Skilled/ Journey Level
Organization: NextEra Energy Maine Operating Services, LLC
Relocation Provided: No
NextEra Energy is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Qualified applicants are considered for employment without regard to race, color, age, national origin, religion, marital status, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, genetics, disability, protected veteran status or any other basis prohibited by law.
NextEra Energy provides reasonable accommodation in its application and selection process for qualified individuals, including accommodations related to compliance with conditional job offer requirements, consistent with federal, state, and local laws. Supporting medical or religious documentation will be required where applicable and permitted by applicable law. To request a reasonable accommodation, please send an e-mail to [email protected], providing your name, telephone number and the best time for us to reach you. Alternatively, you may call 1-844-694-4748. Please do not use this line to inquire about your application status.
NextEra Energy will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor’s legal duty to furnish information.
NextEra Energy does not accept any unsolicited resumes or referrals from any third-party recruiting firms or agencies. Please see our policy for more information.
Other facts
About NextEra Energy
Florida Power & Light Company (FPL), a subsidiary of NextEra Energy, Inc. (NYSE: NEE), is the largest electric utility in America and provides affordable, reliable and clean electricity to over 12 million people in Florida.
FPL's commitment to reliability is exemplified by our recognition as the winner of the ReliabilityOne® National Reliability Award seven times in the past eight years.
Learn more about us at www.FPL.com.
Interested in becoming a part of our team? Visit https://jobs.nexteraenergy.com/ to apply today!
What you'll do
- The Senior Production Technician will perform duties as a Power Plant Field Operator, ensuring safe operations and maintenance of the plant. They will monitor performance, execute clearance permits, and assist the Shift Plant Leader with various tasks.
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