Control Room Operator

Capital Power•Harquahala, AZ

7d•Onsite

About The Position

Capital Power is a growth-oriented North American energy company dedicated to "Powering Change by Changing Power." They are seeking an innovative and motivated individual to join their team at the Harquahala Facility. This is a permanent, full-time position focused on sustainable growth, a low-carbon future, and innovation. The Control Room Operator will report to the Operations Manager and work as the lead of a three-person team on a 12-hour rotating shift. The role is responsible for the safe and efficient operation of a 1092MW Combined Cycle Power Plant from the Control Room using various control systems, and directing the operation of all plant equipment to the Power Block Operator and Water Treatment Operator. Overtime may be required.

Requirements

Completed High School Diploma required.
Experience as an Operator in a power plant is desired.
Experience as a Control Room Operator for Combined Cycle Plants is highly desirable.
Experience in water chemistry control, analysis of water conditions, water treatment facility operations, and chemical handling requirements is preferred.
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 control is desirable.
Experience with Siemens units is desirable.
Extensive working knowledge of the power plant industry is desirable.
Solid ability to solve equipment, systems, and safety issues.
Gas Power Plant Operation and Maintenance experience.
Able to problem solve and troubleshoot at an expert level concerning operating issues at Gas Power Plant.
Must be able to communicate effectively with co-workers and help foster a positive team environment.
Must be legally eligible to work in the United States of America.

Nice To Haves

Technical training related to the role is preferred.

Responsibilities

Ensuring the safe operation of all plant equipment, including Gas Turbines, Steam Turbine, Generators, Heat Recovery Steam Generators, Emissions Monitoring system, Electrical systems, Compressors, motors, heaters, pumps, and all other balance of plant auxiliary equipment utilizing Turbine Control and Distributed Controls Systems.
Monitoring equipment parameters such as temperature, pressure, levels, vibration, operating hours, and water chemistry, as well as reviewing Operator rounds, to verify operating conditions and trend operation.
Ensuring water chemistry is within proper control ranges and adjusting as needed by controlling chemical feed and/or blowdown rates.
Performing general housekeeping and continuous improvement of the appearance of the facility as required.
Issuing permits, including but not limited to Lockout/Tagout, Confined Space, and Hot Work as required to authorize work.
Utilizing the Computerized Maintenance Management System (Maximo) to enter service requests, as well as documenting the performance of assigned Preventative Maintenance.
Communicating plant conditions, particularly when unusual or abnormal, to the Operations Manager and Lead Control Room Operator.
Assisting with development of operations procedures and programs.
Operating heavy equipment such as a man-lift and forklift as required.
Assisting with junior operator training.
Strictly adhering to all safety and environmental rules and regulations to protect employees, contractors, community, and the environment.
Assisting with performing Root Cause Analysis of failures as required.