Control Room Operator

Penn Entertainment•Sedalia, MO

5d•Onsite

About The Position

PROENERGY is an engineering, R&D, and manufacturing powerhouse that addresses every need for fast-start power generation, including turbine and package manufacturing, turnkey project execution, power purchase agreements, and asset lifecycle care for turbines and plants. The company provides innovative aeroderivative solutions for challenging energy needs. PROENERGY is investing over $1 billion through 2028 in infrastructure, including a 600,000 sq ft Center for Excellence in Manufacturing in Sedalia, Missouri, and a 500,000 sq ft Center for Excellence in Lifecycle Care in Houston, Texas. They also have an office with an Engineering team in Kansas City and worldwide service centers. PROENERGY's philosophy is to take care of its people and make a positive difference in the world, offering competitive pay and excellent benefits.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
Able to read and interpret P&IDs, electrical one-lines, logic drawings, technical manuals, I/O lists, etc.
Employee background check according to NERC guidelines.
Normal background check.
Pre-employment drug screen.
Must be able to pass the NERC certification test within 6 months of hire.
US work authorization is a precondition of employment. The company will not consider candidates who require sponsorship for a work-authorized visa.

Nice To Haves

5+ years’ experience with GE LM6000’s strongly preferred, as well as general power plant experience.
Ability to learn quickly, pivot direction quickly, and adapt to consistent change.
Must be able to multi-task and manage high pressure situations with clarity.
Strong verbal and written communication skills. Almost all communication with the sites are over the phone or through email.
Proficiency with Microsoft Excel, Word, and Outlook. These programs, along with many other, are used continuously in day-to-day operations.
General computer skills are a plus.

Responsibilities

Monitor plant operations to assure that all power generation units and support equipment are operated within their design basis and in compliance with environmental limitations.
Investigate conditions potentially detrimental to unit operations and initiate immediate corrective actions as required.
Control the loading of power generating units as directed in response to dispatch requirements.
Observe control panel instruments and readings (via remote HMI) to note and report abnormal operating conditions indicating possible system or station trouble.
Determine the nature and cause of trouble from available evidence and take corrective action to maintain safe and optimum operating conditions.
Gather and report unit daily availability, in regard to derates and outage information.
Monitor physical security of sites via camera systems and report any suspicious activity to proper authorities.
Attain and maintain NERC or other regional certifications.
Maintain voltage schedule and monitor unit output to ensure operation within the generator capability curve.
Log all pertinent operational information in electronic logbook.
Perform proper turnover and transfer of operational control of units as required.
Start and stop CTG units in accordance with dispatch instructions.
Coordinate with on-site crews and company subject matter experts to assist in troubleshooting unit issues.
Comply with all remote operation center procedures.
Assist in developing, reviewing, and revising department procedures.
Compile data, analyze trends, and help with troubleshooting as required.
Perform other duties as assigned.