About ContourGlobal ContourGlobal, a KKR company, is an established Independent Power Producer (IPP) focused on developing, acquiring, and operating electricity generation and storage assets across Europe, North and South America, with a presence in Africa and Asia. The company currently manages 6 GW of installed capacity across multiple technologies and asset classes, with an additional 1.3 MW of renewables under construction and nearly 12 GW under development. ContourGlobal is accelerating the decarbonization of its portfolio and evolving into a predominantly renewable IPP, supported by long- term contracts and innovative PPAs coupled with energy management solutions that deliver value beyond market standards. As a symbol of its ongoing transformation and growth, the company recently unveiled a new brand identity, celebrating 20 years of history and embracing The Right Power Forward as its guiding purpose. We are looking for the/a  Auxiliary Operator   Hobbs, New Mexico (On-site)    Job Summary  The Auxiliary Operator is responsible for assisting in the safe and efficient operation of the Power Plant, and the supporting equipment and systems. This position reports to the Operations Manager. The Auxiliary Operator carries out all routine water/gas chemistry analysis, inspects and monitors operating components, and reports Plant status. The Auxiliary Operator will also support the maintenance of the facility. Join us to drive the right power forward and make clean energy the natural choice for all!      Key Responsibilities:   Health and safety  * Have a strong working knowledge of the ContourGlobal Health & Safety Management System and its respective safe work practices, i.e., Permit to Work, Management of Change, and Contractor Safety etc.  * Coach and mentor facility employee through engagement on proper safety behaviors, use of the ContourGlobal Management System and its respective expectations and through on-going participation of in Health & Safety activities i.e., inspection, incident investigation and visible felt leadership.  * Verify job tasks are adequately reviewed prior to initiating work and when changes occur in the work environment or tasks requirements.  * Ensure all Incidents and potential adverse events (i.e., Near Misses) are quickly communicated to Plant leadership and Health & Safety site/regional support.    Main Duties  * Performs work, as assigned by the Operations Manager based on assignments, obtains direct guidance from the Control Room Operator.  * Assists with operations of equipment, and monitors operational parameters, ensuring reliability and continuous operability of equipment.  * Operates and maintains a wide variety of Power Plant equipment.  * Maintain operations of chemical-pumping system, ensuring optimal chemistry control, and equipment reliability.  * Assists with maintenance activities; to include mechanical work, and electrical repair activities.  * Performs or assists with, preventive maintenance actions.  * Performs or assists with, depending on the level of complexity, planned maintenance (PM), and routine repairs to damaged or malfunctioning equipment.  * Withdraws parts and supplies from inventory; and completes usage reports, to report such withdrawals, in the Plant's inventory control system. Assists in physical inventory.  * Works on and repairs rotating equipment, chemical systems, and water-processing equipment.  * Performs or assists, with chemical handling and off-loads.  * Perform emergency operations and maintenance, to maintain production and safeguard facility equipment.  * Obtains direction from other team members to effect changes in Plant conditions and chemistry.  * Actively supports the Maintenance team in the execution of maintenance plans; by providing lock-out/tag-out support, equipment identification, troubleshooting, work request preparation, or other areas, as needed.  * Fully supports and participates, in CG Safety and Regulatory Compliance Programs.  * Performs other duties as assigned.  * Physical requirements include standing on feet for extended periods, requiring stair and ladder climbing; and routinely lifting to fifty (50) pounds.  * Protective equipment must be worn in the performance of some duties (e.g. hard hats, safety glasses, air masks, ear protection, chemical suits, hot gloves, and high-voltage protective equipment, etc.).  Work with hazardous materials may be required  * Position requires extended working hours and varied shifts, with weekend and holiday work as required by schedules, workloads, and Plant conditions. "On-call" status periodically be required.  * Complete other tasks, as directed by the Control Room Operator. Continuous improvement  * Effectively use the organizational framework to capture, implement, and reward improvement initiatives.  * Encourage the team members to identify and initiate improvements and innovations that will enhance the maintenance department's safety and reliability, work productivity, cost reduction, and quality of client service.  Qualifications and Skills:    Your profile is a natural match if you have:   * Ability to understand procedures and instructions specific to the area of assignment, as would be acquired in four (4) years of high school.  * Associate degree, in a technical field, desirable.  * Experience in a Power Plant environment desired, preferably as a Power Plant Technician, or equivalent position.  * Experience working with high-pressure turbines, combustion turbines, and familiarity with associated equipment.  * Experience in water chemistry control, condition analysis, water treatment facility operations, and chemical-handling requirements is desired.  * Strong aptitude in math, and mechanical/electrical ability, desired.  * Theoretical and practical knowledge of combustion-turbine operations, industrial safety, hazardous waste management, and inspection/recording of Plant parameters, is highly desirable.  * Experience with piping and instrument schematics, and process controls, desirable.  * Mechanical, instrumentation, and electrical equipment knowledge, is desired.  * Travel requirements: None     What drives your application forward:   * Knowledge of thermal or renewable power generation cycles.  * Experience troubleshooting industrial communication protocols (OPC, Modbus).    Our Values   «We» is our greatest asset   We respect and protect the environment   We are doers, committed to doing things right   We act with integrity and transparency   We think and act like entrepreneurs   You can find here [https://www.contourglobal.com/about-us/our-mission-vision-and-values/] more about our Purpose, Mission and Values.     Working@CG:   As a globally integrated team, we push boundaries, work collaboratively, and remain agile in the pursuit of excellence. With an entrepreneurial mindset, we encourage initiative and innovation. At ContourGlobal you are an employee, and you are also an owner. Our Employee Ownership Program allows our employee-owners to make a difference and drive the right power forward and make clean energy the natural choice for all! (To be removed if N/A – e.g. Internship roles)   We foster a culture where individuals are empowered to succeed, contribute and shape the future of sustainable energy.   Cross-border collaboration shapes our way of working: our diverse workforce reflects the multicultural environment we embrace every day.   We offer a competitive compensation package: we believe in meritocracy and rewarding meaningful contributions.     We enjoy making the most of our shared spaces to foster teamwork and collaboration. At the same time, our flexible working policy allows us to prioritize results while supporting wellbeing and a healthy work-life balance.   Interested in joining our company?   We know that skills and experience come in different forms, and we value diverse perspectives.    If you’re excited about this role but you think you still need to learn some of the required skills, we’d still love to hear from you. You are much more than your CV, so come as you are and tell us who you aspire to become! The most important skills are collaboration, respect, trustworthiness and execution. So go ahead—apply, and let’s contribute to the new energy transition together!     ContourGlobal provides equal employment opportunities and maintains a diverse workforce that reflects the rich environment of our society and the markets in which we operate.    ContourGlobal provides equal employment opportunities and maintains a diverse workforce that reflects the rich environment of our society and the markets in which we operate.