Control Room Operator

About the role

We are seeking an experienced Combined Cycle Power Plant Control Room Operator to join our Arlington Valley Facility team. Reporting to the Operations Manager, you will work as the lead of a three-person team on a 12-hour rotating shift.

Responsibilities

• Ensure the safe and reliable operation of all plant equipment across varying conditions, including Gas and Steam Turbines, Generators, HRSGs, emissions monitoring, electrical systems, and all auxiliary balance-of-plant equipment, using Turbine Control and Distributed Control Systems.
• Operate and monitor plant equipment remotely, using control systems, and instrumentation, while tracking key parameters (temperature, pressure, levels, vibration, water chemistry) and reviewing operator rounds to verify performance and identify trends.
• Issue permits, including but not limited to Lockout/Tagout, Confined Space, and Hot Work as required to authorize work.
• Utilize the Computerized Maintenance Management System to enter service requests, as well as document the performance of assigned Preventative Maintenance.
• Communicate plant conditions, particularly when unusual or abnormal, to the Operations Manager and Lead Control Room Operator.
• Contribute to the development of operations procedures and programs.
• Perform general housekeeping and continuous improvement of the appearance of the facility as required.
• Assist with junior operator training.
• Strictly adhere to all safety and environmental rules and regulations to protect employees, contractors, community, and the environment.
• Operate heavy equipment such as a man-lift and forklift as required.
• Assist with performing Root Cause Analysis of failures as required.

Requirements

• Completed High School Diploma required.
• Technical training related to the role is preferred.
• Experience as a Control Room Operator for Combined Cycle Plants is highly desirable. Preferably with GE 7FA combustion turbines and GE D11 steam turbines.
• Experience with GE Mark VIe turbine control system and DeltaV balance of plant control system also preferred.
• Extensive working knowledge of the power plant industry is desirable.
• Experience as an Operator in a power plant is desired.
• Theoretical and practical knowledge of combustion/steam turbine operations, closed system steam generation, industrial safety, hazardous waste management and inspection/recording of plant parameters is highly desirable.
• Experience with piping and instrument schematics and process control is desirable.

Skills

• Solid ability to solve equipment, systems, and safety issues.
• Gas Power Plant Operation and Maintenance experience.
• Able to problem solve and troubleshoot at an expert level concerning operating issues at Gas Power Plant.
• Must be able to communicate effectively with co-workers and help foster a positive team environment.

Working Conditions

• Heavy industrial facility designated as a safety-sensitive location.
• Physical mobility, including lifting and climbing, and ability to use PPE required.
• Rotating Shift Work required.
• Prioritizing work primarily in the Control Room but occasionally outside work as necessary during maintenance activities.

Additional Details

The pay range for this position is $44 to $66 per hour. The specific rate will depend on the successful candidate’s qualifications and prior relevant experience. This position will remain open until a suitable candidate is found. This position is eligible for health care benefits, retirement benefits, paid time off, and an annual bonus. As this is a safety sensitive position, clearance of a pre-employment drug test is required, subject to applicable law. To be considered for this role, you must be legally eligible to work in the United States of America. The successful candidate for this position will undergo an education verification, reference checks, and criminal record check. Capital Power employees that refer a successful candidate for this position are eligible for a $1000 Referral Reward!

We believe that creating a culture that supports employees' physical, mental, financial, and social well-being is critical to our success. That is why we provide flexible and affordability employee benefits, retirement savings, and paid time off programs. We also provide comprehensive onboarding, training, and programs supporting your career development.