Power Plant Control Room Operator

Opportunity Summary

The Hunterstown Control Room Operator (CRO) serves as both Control Room Operator (CRO) and Outside Operator. This position is responsible for monitoring the status of all plant systems on a continuous basis. As the CRO, this position ensures that alarms and upset conditions are properly cleared by taking appropriate corrective actions; executes plant shutdown and start-up procedures, as required, and ensures that the plant meets its generating requirements while operating in a safe and efficient manner. As the Outside Operator, this position ensures that all equipment is lubricated and operating properly in accordance with approved procedures, guidelines, equipment technical manuals and operating directives from plant management.

Primary Functions

• Aid in the start-up, operation, and shutdown of all equipment, including turbine/generators.
• Ensure that all equipment, including the combustion turbines, HRSGs, steam turbines, generators, and auxiliaries are operating safely and efficiently.
• Support and actively participate in NAES Safety, Environmental and Regulatory Compliance Programs.
• Accept personal responsibility for own safety. Adhere to, support, and help enforce all company safety and environmental rules, policies, and procedures.
• Ensure that the daily log and other plant records are filled out in a timely and accurate manner, including electrical output, steam output, emissions output, fuel consumed, water consumed and heat rates.
• Conduct periodic log and record review to ensure that tag out procedures, equipment status and designated administrative systems are functioning effectively.
• Communicate plant abnormalities to the other plant personnel and /or management.
• Monitor performance of plant equipment and take appropriate corrective action as required when alarms are activated.
• Participate in the administrative maintenance of plant operating manuals, technical references, prints and diagrams and preventive/predictive maintenance records.
• Follow shift relief procedures and ensure accurate and complete presentation and delivery of all plant issues and concerns.

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.
• Entering confined spaces, crawling through narrow areas, and handling hazardous materials.
• Exposure to fumes, extreme temperatures, and noise.
• Handling high heat near equipment and varying outdoor weather conditions.
• Use of protective equipment, such as hard hats, safety glasses, and eye protection, air masks/respirators, ear protection, chemical suits, flame-resistant clothing (FRC), hot gloves, high-voltage protective gear, and fall protection.
• Fitness for duty.

Work Schedule

The CRO works a rotating 12-hour shift schedule, alternating between days and nights to support continuous 24/7 operations and ensure seamless shift transitions. This position will also occasionally necessitate extended working hours and flexible shifts as needed, including weekends and holidays, in response to schedules, workload demands, and plant conditions. Periodic callouts or “On call” status will also be required.

Compensation

Compensation: Starts at $46.13 per hour. Increased to $51.25 per hour after 6 months of employment.

Core Qualifications and Skills

• Skilled Operator with a foundation in power generation operations.
• Proven ability to support team success and consistently meet performance standards.
• Ability to understand procedures and instructions related to the assigned area, typically acquired through four years of high school.
• An Associate degree in power plant technology, a related technical field, or engineering is preferred.
• Relevant industry or military experience may be considered in lieu of education on a year-for-year basis.
• Minimum of two years’ experience in power plant operations desirable.
• Experience in water chemistry control, analysis of water conditions, water treatment facility operations and chemical handling requirements is required.
• 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 controls desirable.
• Extensive working knowledge of power plant industry desirable.
• Experience as a process operator, with secondary skill sets in Electrical/Instrument and Controls and/or mechanical maintenance in operating or generating plant.
• Experience in the direct operation of a combined cycle large frame gas turbine power plant preferred.
• Must be able to successfully complete the NAES Operator Qualification Program in the policy-defined period.
• Excellent organizational, oral and written communication skills.
• Valid, unrestricted U.S. driver’s license and ensure it remains in good standing at all times.

About NAES

NAES Corporation is the leading provider of operations, maintenance, and engineering services for energy facilities. We have established ourselves as a reliable partner for clients in North America and internationally, offering services across power generation, oil and gas, and renewable energy sectors. Additionally, our growing family of companies enables us to address the entire life cycle of power generation and other industrial plants. NAES is committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace.