Control Room Operator

Capital Power•Frederickson, WA

1d•Hybrid

About The Position

Capital Power is seeking an innovative and motivated individual to work as part of a Team at our Frederickson Facility. This is a permanent, full-time position. The Control Room Operator will report to the Operations and Maintenance Manager and work as part of a two-person team on a 12-hour rotating shift. The role is responsible for the safe and efficient operation of a 250 MW Combined Cycle Power Plant from the Control Room and working outside in the power plant. This involves utilizing various control systems and directing the operation of all plant equipment. The Operator must be able to work with others and assist in overtime for other shifts as 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 General Electric units is desirable.
Extensive working knowledge of the power plant industry is desirable.
Demonstrated ability to learn computer applications, including Distributed Control Systems (DCS) and Mark VIe control systems, as well as ability to use Microsoft Office products such as Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
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 throughout all various operational situations, 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 & Maintenance Manager.
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.