Control Room Operator - Combined Cycle Power Plant

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Primary duty to operate the Control Room and may also operate the Auxiliaries, as needed, with limited supervision.
• May act as Operating Authority, as required.
• Assists in the training and mentoring of less experienced team members.
• Makes sure equipment is operated and checked.
• Identifies unusual equipment operations and takes appropriate actions.
• Monitors, analyzes, and performs boiler and cooling water chemistry tests.
• Keeps logs, records data, and communicates plant conditions verbally.
• Uses SAP/PM system for equipment history and work verification.
• Executes clearance procedures.
• Fulfills safety and environmental rules and regulations.
• Performs maintenance and repairs on boilers, boiler auxiliaries, turbines/generators auxiliaries, and fuel supply equipment and auxiliaries, if applicable.
• Performs general craft tasks, operates various industrial equipment, and uses power hand tools.
• Reads and interprets drawings and prints.
• Works with other craft and plant personnel as required.
• Continuously looks for ways to improve processes to save costs and increase efficiency.

REQUIREMENTS

• A degree in a technical field and 5 years of experience in a technical field.
• A high school diploma/GED and 7 years of experience in a technical field.
• Prior military service with at least one enlistment and 6 years of experience in a technical field.
• A high school diploma/GED and 2 years of direct plant experience at the same Power Plant, plus successful completion of Board Review.
• A certificate of completion from a vocational trade institution in a technical field is equivalent to 1 year of technical experience.
• Experience includes 3 years in a power plant or other process-controlled environment, such as oil/gas/chemical refining and/or processing or manufacturing, and 1 year as a qualified control room operator in a power plant.

WORKING CONDITIONS

• Required to carry pager and/or cell phone while on call and respond to callouts, potentially including weekends and holidays.
• May work beyond the normal 40-hour workweek.
• Subject to operating a personal computer for extended periods.
• Requires occasional travel primarily via automobile (some overnight) to remote locations throughout the system to monitor operations equipment and activities.
• Must be able to move around on foot and follow safety, emergency response procedures, and regulations.
• Must have Operator Qualification modules within a specified time determined by the organization upon job entry.
• Must complete required Process Safety Management Training within a specified time determined by the organization upon job entry.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

• Frequently standing, walking, sitting, lifting up to 40 pounds, carrying up to 40 pounds, pushing up to 22 pounds, pulling up to 22 pounds, climbing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, crawling, reaching, grasping, using eye/hand/foot coordination, repetitive motions.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES (KSAS)

• Demonstrated leadership in IIF (Incident and Injury Free) culture.
• Demonstrated proficiency in LOTO (Lock out tag out) procedures to include both field and administrative SAP duties.
• Demonstrated strong knowledge of all Auxiliary plant, equipment, systems, and processes.
• Demonstrated understanding of plant operation via the Turbine Control HMI or Plant DCS.
• Demonstrated strong ability to effectively use SAP/PM including notifications and work order management.
• Demonstrated strong ability to communicate effectively in speech and writing.
• Demonstrated strong ability to interact effectively and professionally with team members, leaders, and customers.
• Demonstrated strong ability to troubleshoot and resolve plant problems effectively.
• Demonstrated strong ability to understand and comply with company policies and operating procedures.
• Demonstrated strong ability to understand plant and equipment systems/processes.
• Demonstrated strong ability to use common purpose hand tools and other materials of various craft trades.
• Demonstrated strong ability to work with minimal supervision, following approved work methods and standard testing practices.
• Computer skills with knowledge of MS Office Suite applications.
• Demonstrated strong ability to adjust and adapt across varied working conditions and evolving business needs.
• Demonstrated strong knowledge and understanding of safety requirements and the use of personal protective equipment.
• Demonstrated strong knowledge of basic math.
• Demonstrated mechanical aptitude and familiarity working with mechanical equipment (e.g., pumps, electric motors, air compressors, valves, welding, fabrication, construction, pipefitting, etc.).

HEALTH AND SAFETY (MEDICAL/DOT REQUIREMENTS)

• Pre-Employment Drug Screen
• Pre-Employment Physical
• Audiogram Baseline
• Exams position specific - Consult Health & Safety
• Job Specific Physical Assessment
• Safety Sensitive

SALARY RANGE

$82,035 - $102,606