The APEX Power Co. Project in Hubbard, TX, currently under Phase 1 construction, is expected to expand to 1.6 GW. It features a diverse mix of generation technologies, including Siemens SGT-800/400 simple cycle turbines, MAN/Everllence 18V51/60G gas reciprocating engines, GE LM6000/LM2500 simple cycle turbines, Pratt & Whitney FT8 simple cycle turbines, and a Battery Energy Storage System (BESS), enabling flexible, reliable power output. Future expansion may include additional GE aero and large frame units (6B, 7FA/7FB/7H) in simple or combined cycle configurations, allowing the plant to efficiently meet varying energy demands while supporting data center grid reliability.
Opportunity Summary
The Maintenance Supervisor at the APEX Power Co. Project will play a critical role in overseeing and supporting the maintenance team during pre-commissioning and operational phases. This position ensures safe, efficient, and reliable performance of equipment across gas turbines, reciprocating engines, battery energy storage systems (BESS), and balance-of-plant systems. Reporting to the Maintenance Manager, the Maintenance Supervisor will provide hands-on leadership, coordinate maintenance activities, support commissioning, and foster a strong safety and compliance culture.
As Maintenance Supervisor, your responsibilities specific to the Pre-Commissioning Phase include the following functions:
- Assist the Maintenance Manager in onboarding, training, and guiding maintenance personnel to ensure a technically competent and safe pre-commissioning team.
- Implement staffing schedules and on-call coverage for commissioning, first-fire, and initial operational readiness under the direction of the Maintenance Manager.
- Support training programs for maintenance personnel on aero-derivative CTs, frame CTs, reciprocating engines, BESS, and balance-of-plant systems.
- Execute and monitor first-issue maintenance procedures, inspection protocols, and preventive/predictive maintenance guidelines aligned with OEM, EPC, and industry best practices.
- Participate in system walkdowns, Pre-Startup Safety Reviews (PSSR), first-fire, synchronization, and performance testing to verify equipment reliability and safe commissioning.
- Assist in creating audit-ready documentation, operational logs, and reporting templates for smooth CCC handover from EPC to Operations.
- Support setup and configuration of the site CMMS, maintaining asset records, preventive maintenance programs, and work order processes for long-term reliability.
- Assist in initial commissioning and functional validation of critical systems, including DCS/HMI verification, alarm rationalization, and equipment start/stop sequences.
- Follow established compliance frameworks for NERC, environmental, safety, and water chemistry programs during pre-commissioning.
- Coordinate with Operations and Engineering to ensure maintenance procedures, logs, and parts management systems are ready for safe and reliable start-up.
Your scope of responsibility as Maintenance Manager includes the following primary functions:
- Supervise maintenance personnel to ensure safe, efficient, and high-quality completion of work according to established policies, procedures, and technical specifications.
- Support a strong safety culture by reinforcing Plant Safety Manual requirements, maintaining records, and assisting with safety incentive programs.
- Execute preventive, predictive, and corrective maintenance programs, monitoring equipment performance, identifying issues, and supporting reliability initiatives.
- Provide day-to-day guidance to maintenance personnel during operations, planned outages, and forced outages, ensuring availability of parts, tools, and services.
- Maintain accurate CMMS records, including work orders, historical data, and schedules, and assist the Maintenance Manager in planning future work.
- Collaborate with Operations, Engineering, and NERC coordinators to implement maintenance plans, ensure compliance, and complete assigned tasks efficiently.
- Oversee warehouse and inventory management, ensuring materials and spare parts are available and properly utilized.
- Support plant performance initiatives by identifying opportunities to improve reliability, reduce corrective maintenance, and enhance equipment availability.
- Participate in ongoing refinement of maintenance procedures, objectives, and long-term planning strategies, providing feedback from the field.
- Encourage maintenance staff engagement in community, environmental, and plant stewardship activities.
Perform other duties as assigned to support safe, reliable, and compliant plant operations.
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. All NAES managers and supervisors have a direct and important role in ensuring that all work is performed in a healthy and safe manner. Effectiveness in carrying out this responsibility is part of the evaluation of each Supervisor’s performance.
Working Relationships
The Maintenance Supervisor reports to the Maintenance Manager, takes general direction from plant management and oversees all plant maintenance personnel, providing leadership, direction, and coordination to ensure safe, efficient, and high-performing maintenance operations across the facility.
Physical Requirements and Working Conditions
Physical requirements include standing for extended periods of time, climbing stairs and ladders, working from elevated platforms and walkways at varying heights, and routinely lifting up to 50 pounds.
Power plant environment that may involve entering confined spaces, crawling through narrow areas, and handling hazardous materials, with exposure to fumes, extreme temperatures, and noise. Work may include high heat near equipment and 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. Fit testing for respirators may be required. Strict smoking restrictions apply in and around the facility.
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
The Maintenance Supervisor works a standard Monday to Friday day shift schedule, ensuring consistent plant operation and support during regular business hours. 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
This position offers an annual base salary ranging from $120,000 to $150,000 and includes eligibility for an annual performance bonus.
Professional Expertise & Qualifications
We are seeking an accomplished leader with extensive experience in the operations and maintenance of power generating facilities, paired with a strong history of career growth and a track record of excellence in achieving results.
- A Bachelor of Science degree in engineering or equivalent is desired, providing a strong foundation for understanding the technical aspects of power plant operations and management. Relevant experience may be considered in lieu of education.
- Experience supervising maintenance personnel in multi-technology power plants, including aero-derivative and frame turbines, reciprocating engines, BESS, and balance-of-plant equipment.
- Strong troubleshooting and diagnostic skills, applying maintenance best practices to support plant reliability, availability, and performance.
- Experience executing preventive, predictive, and corrective maintenance programs for critical equipment.
- Hands-on experience using and maintaining CMMS systems for scheduling, work orders, and asset records to support operational reliability.
- Proven ability to mentor and develop maintenance staff, including training, onboarding, and day-to-day supervision.
- Knowledge of safety, environmental, and industry regulations, with the ability to foster a proactive safety and compliance culture among maintenance personnel.
- Effective problem-solving and communication skills, coordinating with Operations, Engineering, and contractors to complete tasks safely, efficiently, and according to technical standards.
- 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.
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We are seeking an accomplished leader with extensive experience in the operations and maintenance of power generating facilities, paired with a strong history of career growth and a track record of excellence in achieving results.
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A Bachelor of Science degree in engineering or equivalent is desired, providing a strong foundation for understanding the technical aspects of power plant operations and management. Relevant experience may be considered in lieu of education.
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Experience supervising maintenance personnel in multi-technology power plants, including aero-derivative and frame turbines, reciprocating engines, BESS, and balance-of-plant equipment.
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Strong troubleshooting and diagnostic skills, applying maintenance best practices to support plant reliability, availability, and performance.
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Experience executing preventive, predictive, and corrective maintenance programs for critical equipment.
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Hands-on experience using and maintaining CMMS systems for scheduling, work orders, and asset records to support operational reliability.
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Proven ability to mentor and develop maintenance staff, including training, onboarding, and day-to-day supervision.
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Knowledge of safety, environmental, and industry regulations, with the ability to foster a proactive safety and compliance culture among maintenance personnel.
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Effective problem-solving and communication skills, coordinating with Operations, Engineering, and contractors to complete tasks safely, efficiently, and according to technical standards.
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Preferred
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Associates or better in Power Plant Technology or related field
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Preferred
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Maintenance Management
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Preventive Maintenance
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Predictive Maintenance
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PLC - Programmable Logic Controller
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DCS - Distributed Control System
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Electrical Troubleshooting and Diagnostics
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Electrical Safety and Hazard Awareness
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Electrical Systems and Equipment
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CMMS - Computerized Maintenance Mgmt System
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Equipment Maintenance & Repair
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Outage Management
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Power Plant Fundamentals
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Team Leadership
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Verbal and Written Communications
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Safety Program Development and Maintenance
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Safety Policies and Procedures Management
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Safety & Compliance Standards (OSHA/NFPA/EPA)
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Power Plant Operations
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Power Generation
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Leadership
Preferred
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Leader: Inspires teammates to follow them
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Functional Expert: Considered a thought leader on a subject
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Innovative: Consistently introduces new ideas and demonstrates original thinking
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Team Player: Works well as a member of a group
Equal Opportunity Employer
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