The Control Room Operator plays a critical role in ensuring the safe, efficient, and reliable operation of power plant systems. This position involves monitoring and operating distributed control system (DCS) panels, turbines, and auxiliary equipment while maintaining compliance with safety and environmental standards.
Requirements
- Respond promptly to the directions of the Shift Supervisor.
- Ensure the plant operates within design limits whenever feasible.
- Conduct routine inspections and complete assigned tasks to support the site's Discharge Prevention, Containment, and Countermeasures (DPCC) Plan.
- Handle hazardous materials and waste safely and in an environmentally responsible manner.
- Perform the start-up, operation, and shut-down of all equipment, including turbine generators, in compliance with safety and operational standards.
- Synchronize generators and regulate load, voltage, and frequency.
- Clear alarms by taking appropriate actions and initiate start-up or shut-down procedures as directed by the Shift Supervisor.
- Report upset conditions, anomalies, or plant abnormalities to the Shift Supervisor and appropriate personnel, ensuring issues are addressed in a coordinated manner.
- Record necessary information in the Operating Log as required.
- Assist in staff training and development initiatives as needed to improve operational competency.
- Perform remote-control switching operations as directed to ensure continuity of service.
- Maintain safety and environmental standards at all times.
Benefits
- Health insurance
- 401(k) matching
- Paid time off
- Life insurance