The Fairview Energy Center is among the world's most advanced natural gas combined cycle power plants. It features GE's Frame 7HA.02 Gas Turbines in conjunction with a GE Steam Turbine. In 2020, the facility received recognition as Power Magazine's Top U.S. Facility. Situated approximately 8 miles north of Johnstown and 87 miles east of Pittsburgh, the plant is nestled in the Laurel Highlands, known for its hardwood forests, pristine trout streams, and thriving whitetail deer population.
Opportunity Summary
The Instrumentation, Controls, and Electrical (IC&E) Technician is responsible for maintaining safe, reliable, and efficient operations at Fairview Energy Center by calibrating, testing, troubleshooting, repairing, and installing plant instrumentation, control systems, and electrical equipment. Working closely with Operations, Maintenance, Engineering, and the Lead IC&E Technician, this role performs preventive and corrective maintenance on GE 7HA.02 gas turbines, the steam turbine, plant electrical systems, and associated controls to support reliable plant performance.
Your scope of responsibility as IC&E Technician includes the following primary functions:
- Calibrate, test, maintain, troubleshoot, and install plant instrumentation and control systems, including control valves, transmitters, analyzers, motors, variable speed drives, fan dampers, and associated field devices.
- Perform corrective, preventive, predictive, and emergency maintenance on plant electrical equipment, including 6.9kv switchgear, motor control centers, motors, transformers, batteries, chargers, inverters, and main generator excitation systems.
- Maintain, troubleshoot, and repair PLC, DCS, SCADA, and other plant automation systems by diagnosing faults, implementing approved program changes, and supporting reliable system performance.
- Calibrate, maintain, and troubleshoot GE 7HA.02 gas turbine, steam turbine, and associated control systems, including turbine controls, combustion controls, burner management systems, and condition monitoring equipment.
- Assist with plant testing, commissioning, and system modifications by installing new equipment, verifying control functionality, and ensuring compliance with technical standards and safe work practices.
- Work with Operations, Maintenance, Engineering, and contractors to execute maintenance activities, outages, and projects while minimizing equipment downtime.
- Monitor equipment performance, analyze operational data, and support reliability and control system improvement initiatives that enhance plant efficiency, availability, and equipment life.
- Maintain accurate maintenance documentation, including calibration records, repair history, plant drawings, work orders, equipment databases, and vendor documentation.
- Maintain shop tools, test equipment, and specialized instrumentation, ensuring equipment remains clean, calibrated, and ready for use.
- Follow all safety, environmental, and regulatory requirements by identifying hazards, implementing corrective actions, and properly handling and disposing of hazardous materials and regulated waste.
- Perform other duties, special projects, and technical assignments as required to support safe, reliable, and efficient 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. 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 IC&E Technician reports directly to the Maintenance Manager and receives general direction from plant management. This role involves interfacing with contractors and original equipment manufacturer (OEM) personnel to ensure necessary support and coordination.
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
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 a base pay rate ranging from $48 to $50 per hour, along with eligibility for an annual performance bonus.
Core Qualifications and Skills
We are seeking a qualified IC&E Technician with hands-on power generation experience, strong technical aptitude, a commitment to safety, and the ability to support reliable plant operations.
- An Associate degree in Electrical Engineering Technology, Instrumentation and Control, Electronics Technology, Industrial Electrical Technology, or a related technical field is preferred. Equivalent technical training or relevant industrial or military experience will also be considered.
- Experience in power generation or industrial facilities preferred, with familiarity in combined-cycle plant operations, safety practices, and maintenance programs.
- Thorough knowledge and experience troubleshooting and repairing high-voltage electrical systems, including switchgear, motors, motor control centers, transformers, batteries, chargers, inverters, and generator excitation systems.
- Comprehensive experience calibrating, maintaining, and troubleshooting plant instrumentation and control systems, including gas turbines, steam turbines, control valves, transmitters, analyzers, and associated field devices.
- Working knowledge of PLC, DCS, SCADA, and turbine control systems, including combustion controls, burner management systems, condition monitoring, and boiler control systems.
- Demonstrated ability to install, calibrate, inspect, and maintain instrumentation and electrical equipment while supporting plant testing, commissioning, and system modifications.
- Proven ability to troubleshoot equipment, analyze control system performance, and support initiatives that enhance plant reliability, efficiency, and availability.
- Experience working with Operations, Maintenance, Engineering, contractors, and vendors to safely execute maintenance activities, outages, and plant projects.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the analytical aptitude to document work, interpret technical information, and communicate recommendations effectively.
- 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.
Preferred
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We are seeking a qualified IC&E Technician with hands-on power generation experience, strong technical aptitude, a commitment to safety, and the ability to support reliable plant operations.
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An Associate degree in Electrical Engineering Technology, Instrumentation and Control, Electronics Technology, Industrial Electrical Technology, or a related technical field is preferred. Equivalent technical training or relevant industrial or military experience will also be considered.
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Experience in power generation or industrial facilities preferred, with familiarity in combined-cycle plant operations, safety practices, and maintenance programs.
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Thorough knowledge and experience troubleshooting and repairing high-voltage electrical systems, including switchgear, motors, motor control centers, transformers, batteries, chargers, inverters, and generator excitation systems.
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Comprehensive experience calibrating, maintaining, and troubleshooting plant instrumentation and control systems, including gas turbines, steam turbines, control valves, transmitters, analyzers, and associated field devices.
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Working knowledge of PLC, DCS, SCADA, and turbine control systems, including combustion controls, burner management systems, condition monitoring, and boiler control systems.
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Demonstrated ability to install, calibrate, inspect, and maintain instrumentation and electrical equipment while supporting plant testing, commissioning, and system modifications.
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Proven ability to troubleshoot equipment, analyze control system performance, and support initiatives that enhance plant reliability, efficiency, and availability.
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Experience working with Operations, Maintenance, Engineering, contractors, and vendors to safely execute maintenance activities, outages, and plant projects.
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Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the analytical aptitude to document work, interpret technical information, and communicate recommendations effectively.
Preferred
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Associates or better in Automatic Control Systems or related field
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Associates or better in Electronics Engineering Technology or related field
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High School or better
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IC&E - Instrumentation, Controls & Electrical
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DCS - Distributed Control System
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Voltages up to 4160 Volts
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Electrical Safety and Hazard Awareness
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Instrumentation Systems and Devices
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Piping&Instrumentation Schematics-Read&Interp
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Power Plant Fundamentals
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PLC - Programmable Logic Controller
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Preventive Maintenance
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Troubleshooting and Diagnostics
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Verbal and Written Communications
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Power Plant Operations
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Power Generation
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Electrical Systems and Equipment
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Electrical Schematics - Read & Interpret
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Safety Policies and Procedures Management
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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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