Control Room Operator (CRO)

Opportunity Summary

The Control Room Operator (CRO) oversees the safe, reliable, and efficient operation of Long Ridge Energy Generation Facility from the control room. This position operates and monitors the gas turbine, steam turbine, HRSG, generator, and auxiliary systems while responding to abnormal conditions and coordinating generation with dispatch requirements.

Scope of Responsibility

• Follow all safety, operational, environmental, and regulatory requirements, including NAES compliance programs, environmental limits, and required documentation.
• Safely start up, operate, and shut down the gas turbine, steam turbine, HRSG, generator, and auxiliary systems in accordance with established procedures.
• Maintain accurate operating logs and records, monitor plant performance and trends, and document equipment deficiencies and abnormal conditions.
• Direct and coordinate field operations, including plant rounds, equipment inspections, local operations, and activities performed by assistant plant operators.
• Test, monitor, and document water chemistry to maintain proper steam, HRSG, and water chemistry conditions.
• Coordinate equipment isolation, testing, maintenance support, and Lockout/Tagout (LOTO) activities to safely remove and return equipment to service.
• Use the Computerized Maintenance Management System (CMMS) to document deficiencies, initiate work orders, and support preventive and corrective maintenance.
• Conduct shift handovers and communicate plant status, equipment conditions, operational issues, and ongoing activities with appropriate plant personnel.
• Maintain knowledge of plant systems, procedures, manuals, and equipment while supporting operator training, qualification, and cross-training activities.
• Maintain secure access to DCS/SCADA and other control systems, monitor plant security, and report cybersecurity or system integrity concerns.
• Perform additional duties as assigned to support safe, efficient, and reliable plant operations.

Physical Requirements and Working Conditions

• Standing for extended periods of time.
• Climbing stairs and ladders.
• Working from elevated platforms and walkways at varying heights.
• Routinely lifting up to 50 pounds.
• Power plant environment that may involve entering confined spaces, crawling through narrow areas, and handling hazardous materials.
• Exposure to fumes, extreme temperatures, and noise.
• Varying outdoor weather conditions.
• Some duties may require the use of protective equipment, such as hard hats, safety glasses, air masks/respirators, ear protection, chemical suits, flame-resistant clothing (FRC), hot gloves, high-voltage protective gear, and fall protection.
• Fitness for Duty Program, including a post-offer physical examination, drug screening, and post-employment random drug screening.

Work Schedule

The CRO follows DuPont’s rotating 12-hour shift schedule, providing 24/7 coverage through a structured rotation of day and night shifts. This position will require extended hours, flexible shifts, weekends, holidays, and on-call availability as needed to support plant operations and business needs.

Compensation

• Base pay rate ranging from $48 to $55 per hour.
• Eligibility for an annual performance bonus.

Core Qualifications and Skills

• An associate degree in power plant technology, engineering technology, process technology, or a related field is preferred.
• Extensive experience in power plant operations, including control room operation, DCS monitoring, and operation of combined-cycle generating equipment.
• Strong knowledge of combined-cycle plant equipment, systems, and operating procedures, including combustion turbines, steam turbines, HRSGs, generators, and auxiliary systems.
• Practical understanding of combustion and steam turbine operations, steam generation, plant operating parameters, and normal, abnormal, and emergency operating conditions.
• Hands-on experience with water chemistry, water treatment systems, chemical handling, and maintaining proper steam and HRSG chemistry conditions.
• Demonstrated ability to provide operational direction, coordinate field activities, and support the training and development of plant operators.
• Proven commitment to safe and environmentally compliant plant operations, including Lockout/Tagout (LOTO) and other established safe work practices.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills with the ability to coordinate with plant personnel, management, customers, and external system operators.
• 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 serve clients across the power generation, oil and gas, and renewable energy sectors throughout North America and internationally, supporting the full life cycle of power generation and other industrial facilities. NAES is committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace.