Control Room Operator

About the role

Safely and efficiently operates a solar thermal power plant during normal and emergency conditions. This is a safety-sensitive position requiring United States-based applicants. Incumbents may be assigned to work rotating shifts covering 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, including holidays and overtime as required.

Responsibilities

• Monitors and inspects all aspects of the power plant to determine its operating condition and performance.
• Performs plant start-ups, shut-downs, normal and emergency plant operations as required.
• Advises Operations supervision/management of daily activities and irregularities in plant operation.
• Maintains neat, accurate logs and records obtained from routine monitoring of distributed control and operating systems.
• Operates all assigned equipment including, but not limited to, steam generator, turbine, solar field, condensate, feedwater, and cooling water systems, all balance of plant equipment, etc. as required.
• Operates the plant makeup water equipment, chemical feed systems, and oxygen monitoring systems.
• Directs the activities of Power Plant Operators assigned to the same power plant unit.
• Advises unit supervisor of daily activities and irregularities in plant operations.
• Understands and operates facility to maintain all compliance requirements; notifies Supervisor/Manager if non-compliance in environmental and safety occurs.
• Performs routine housekeeping and cleaning in work areas.
• Assists other plant operators and maintenance personnel as required.
• Reviews operating logs, records and plant performance as required.
• Requests inspection and/or corrective maintenance using SAP as deemed necessary based on best judgment of equipment condition and process.
• Ability to issue work permits and LOTO procedures as required.
• Completes assigned training requirements both online and in-person.
• Ability to work overtime when requested and as needed.
• Performs other duties as required.

While working rotating shifts, 12 hours per day, all meal periods and breaks shall be considered as paid, on-duty time. The employee will coordinate work activities with coworkers and the supervisor, as appropriate, to facilitate the applicable meal and break periods.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or equivalent; plus two years' experience primarily working with steam generating power plant equipment, or equivalent training and/or operations experience.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills.
• Thorough knowledge of steam power plant equipment and its operations.
• Ability to read and interpret PFD’s and PID’s.
• A good working knowledge of power plant instrumentation and controls.
• Must possess a valid driver license.

Skills

• Ability to carry out detailed instructions with limited supervision.
• Ability to use logical and divergent reasoning to solve problems.
• Ability to work safely and effectively with others.
• Ability to maintain clean work area and neat, accurate logs and journals.
• Ability to perform mathematical calculations.
• Ability to read, interpret and retrieve information from technical drawings, specifications and manuals.
• Ability to learn and execute emergency response procedures.
• Ability to operate, monitor and analyze problems with assigned equipment in a safe and efficient manner.
• Knowledge of personal computers, Microsoft Office 365, and SAP.
• Willingness to assist in training other personnel as directed.
• Advancement through the Tech Levels are determined by completing the requirements for the next Tech Level in accordance with company policy and the CBA (Collective Bargaining Agreement).

Essential Functions

• The ability to speak, read and write in English.
• Ability to perform heavy physical work, occasionally exerting up to 30 pounds of force with assistance, 20 pounds of force on a frequent basis, performing such activities as grasping, lifting, reaching, crouching, standing, walking, running, climbing, stooping, kneeling, pulling, sitting, and repetitive tasks.
• Ability to use emergency equipment in emergency situations, such as respirators and S.C.B.A. (self-contained breathing apparatus).
• The ability to discern assorted colors.

Working Conditions

• Works in normal steam power plant environment.
• Potential exposure to hot, cold, sudden change of temperature, dry, wet, dusty, quiet, noisy, moving objects, exposure to sun and rain, high places, and working alone or with others.
• Potential hazards include minor cuts, minor burns, electrical shock, falling objects, falls, eyesight and hearing impairment.
• Wearing of personal protective equipment is necessary, as is the ability to legally operate Company vehicles.
• Works 12-hour shifts, day or night, with on-duty meals and break periods.

Benefits

• Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance
• 401k with Company match
• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Paid Holidays
• Gym incentive Program
• Employee Assistance Programs

Schedule

Rotating 12-hour shifts covering 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, including holidays and overtime as required.