Electrical Technician

Opportunity Summary

The Electrical Technician at Plains End serves as a senior technical authority responsible for the reliability, performance, and oversight of electrical systems within a natural gas-fired reciprocating engine peaking facility. This role provides advanced troubleshooting, system optimization, and technical leadership for generators, switchyard equipment, control systems, and plant electrical infrastructure to ensure rapid dispatch readiness and operational excellence. The Electrical Technician also leads complex maintenance, supports outage planning and execution, enforces safety and compliance standards, and mentors personnel to drive continuous improvement.

Your Scope of Responsibility

• Serve as the subject matter expert (SME) for plant electrical systems, providing advanced technical guidance on generators, excitation systems, transformers, switchgear, and switchyard equipment.
• Lead complex troubleshooting and root cause analysis (RCA) for electrical and control system failures, implementing long-term corrective actions to improve reliability.
• Oversee and perform installation, inspection, maintenance, and repair of electrical systems supporting reciprocating engine units, ensuring adherence to best practices and standards.
• Provide technical leadership for control systems associated with engine starting, fuel gas, synchronization, load control, protection schemes, and unit dispatch readiness.
• Develop, review, and optimize preventive and predictive maintenance programs for electrical systems, including equipment up to 230kV and switchyard assets.
• Lead electrical system design modifications and upgrades, including preparation and approval of drawings, procedures, and technical documentation.
• Act as the technical authority for electrical isolations (LOTO) and switching procedures, ensuring compliance with safety standards and minimizing operational risk.
• Mentor, train, and support technicians and other personnel in electrical troubleshooting, safety practices, and system operations.
• Evaluate equipment performance and recommend improvements, upgrades, or replacements to enhance plant reliability and efficiency.
• Ensure compliance with all safety procedures, environmental requirements, and regulatory standards, promoting a strong safety culture.
• Review and validate maintenance records, system data, and reports to ensure accuracy and support data-driven decision-making.
• Provide technical oversight during planned outages, including scope development, contractor coordination, execution support, and post-outage evaluation.
• Perform additional responsibilities as assigned, including cross-functional leadership support when needed.

NAES Safe

Safety is a core value at NAES, and as a condition of employment, all employees are expected to remain mentally alert and work safely at all times. Employees must also adhere to all safety warnings and posted signs while on company property. Additionally, they are required to follow all NAES safety rules and procedures. Adherence to these safety responsibilities is one of the key factors in the evaluation of each employee’s performance.

Working Relationships

The Electrical Technician reports directly to the Maintenance Manager and receives general direction from other plant management. This role involves interfacing with contractors and original equipment manufacturer (OEM) personnel.

Physical Requirements And Working Conditions

• Standing for extended periods of time.
• Climbing stairs and ladders.
• Working from elevated platforms and walkways at varying heights.
• Routinely lifting up to 50 pounds.
• Power plant environment that may involve entering confined spaces, crawling through narrow areas, and handling hazardous materials.
• Exposure to fumes, extreme temperatures, and noise.
• Varying outdoor weather conditions.
• Some duties may require the use of protective equipment, which can include hard hats, safety glasses, and eye protection, air masks/respirators, ear protection, chemical suits, flame-resistant clothing (FRC), hot gloves, high-voltage protective gear, and fall protection.
• Fitness for Duty: All personnel will participate in the Fitness for Duty Program, which includes a post-offer physical examination, drug screening, and post-employment random drug screening.

Work Schedule

This position will also occasionally necessitate extended working hours and flexible shifts as needed, including weekends and holidays, in response to schedules, workload demands, and plant conditions. Periodic callouts or “On call” status will also be required.

Compensation

• Base pay rate ranging from $50.00 to $54.00 per hour.
• Eligibility for an annual performance bonus.

Core Qualifications And Skills

• Hands-on experience in power generation operations and maintenance.
• Strong technical aptitude, a commitment to safety, and a track record of contributing effectively within a team environment to support reliable plant performance.
• Ability to understand and follow procedures related to electrical systems, typically demonstrated by a high school diploma or equivalent.
• An associate degree in electrical technology, power plant electrical systems, or a related field is preferred. Equivalent industry or military electrical experience may also be considered.
• Progression from Journeyman Electrician, military equivalent, or Senior-level role, with strong experience in power generation or heavy industrial environments and the ability to serve as a technical authority.
• Extensive experience with high-voltage systems up to 230kV, including maintenance and troubleshooting of substation and switchyard equipment, with solid knowledge of safety and regulatory standards.
• Advanced ability to troubleshoot and repair complex electrical systems, including generators, transformers, protective relays, and control circuits supporting unit operation and synchronization.
• Experience commissioning and calibrating instrumentation and control systems, including temperature, pressure, and flow devices.
• Strong background in preventive and predictive maintenance programs, using diagnostic tools such as meggers and relay test equipment.
• Prominent capability in leading electrical isolations (LOTO), switching, and system restoration, while supporting safety training and best practices.
• Proficiency with CMMS, digital tools, and data systems for documentation, tracking performance, and supporting reliability improvements.
• Strong organizational, communication, and leadership skills, with the ability to interpret technical procedures and provide actionable recommendations.
• Must possess a valid, unrestricted U.S. driver’s license and ensure it remains in good standing at all times.

About NAES

NAES Corporation is a leading provider of operations, maintenance, and engineering services for energy facilities. We have built a reputation as a reliable partner for clients in North America and internationally, offering services across the power generation, oil and gas, and renewable energy sectors. Our growing family of companies allows us to address the entire life cycle of power generation and other industrial plants. NAES is committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace. We prioritize selecting employees based on merit and competence, seeking individuals of the highest quality, 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 form of discrimination prohibited by applicable local, state, and federal law.