Control Room Operator

Proenergy•Houston, TX

2d•Onsite

About The Position

The individual in this role will be responsible for the safe remote operation of multiple combustion turbine generators and associated balance of plant equipment. This involves starting/stopping engines, emissions control, voltage adjustments, power augmentation adjustment, load changes, starting/stopping of BOP systems, alarm management, trouble shooting, etc. Proper logbook entries and data entry are required. These units may be across multiple sites, in multiple counties or states, with multiple owners. This is both a classical control room in some ways, and a completely new style of control center in others. This is a fast paced ever changing environment.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
Able to read and interpret P&IDs, electrical one-lines, logic drawings, technical manuals, I/O lists, etc.
This position requires an employee background check according to NERC guidelines, normal background check, and a pre-employment drug screen.
Applicants must be able to pass the NERC certification test within 6 months of hire.
This position is staffed around the clock by personnel working a 12-hour rotating shift schedule. Half your shifts worked will be days, the others will be nights.
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. Initiate immediate corrective actions as required.
Control the loading of power generating units as directed in response to dispatch requirements.
Observes control panel instruments and readings (via remote HMI) to note and report abnormal operating conditions indicating possible system or station trouble.
Determine nature and cause of trouble from evidence available, and takes 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.