ROC Operator I

Clean Energy Services•Houston, TX

145d

About The Position

The CES ROC Operator position is responsible for safely operation and monitoring of photovoltaic solar power and Battery Storage plants located around the United States. The ROC Operations works on a Dupont shift rotation. This position will be for BESS primarily that involves schedule is 7 days on 7 days off rotation of 12 hr. on nights. This schedule will require you to work weekends and holidays. Additionally, this will transition into a Dupont schedule in Q1 2026. ROC Operator main duties include fault evaluation, alarm monitoring and troubleshooting, work order ticket creation, and support of field teams and remote commissioning testing of new Solar and Battery assets. Specific knowledge or work experience relating to Solar and BESS operations is not required but preferred.

Requirements

Associate’s degree in electrical engineering or equivalent time in service in related solar and BESS, from a control room setting preferred.
Strong understanding of electrical utility systems.
Ability to use multiple SCADA software applications
Excellent organizational and time management skills
Compensation range will be determined by years of experience in power system operations, power production, or related energy operations
Ability to obtain Certifications (such as those required by NERC, RTOs, and ISOs) as needed and at CES’ expense.
Proficient knowledge of Microsoft Office software
Strong interpersonal skills
High attention to detail
Strong analytical and quantitative skills
Strong written and oral communication skills
Ability to be self-motivated
Ability to perform job tasks in a collaborative working environment
Availability and willingness to work a rotating Dupont schedule as assigned
Ability to work on weekends and holidays depending on shift schedule.
Willingness to cover extra shifts on occasion based on illness or absence of other operators. Extra shifts will typically result in significant overtime pay depending on work schedule.

Nice To Haves

Specific knowledge or work experience relating to Solar and BESS operations is not required but preferred.

Responsibilities

The ROC Operator is responsible for directing, monitoring and coordinating the operation of CES Solar, BESS, and wind assets from the 24/7 Operations Control Center
The ROC Operator ensures that operations comply with all applicable North American Electric Reliability Corporation (NERC) standards and practices for Medium Impact Assets
The ROC Operator will need to work independently with guidance only in complex situations
Monitor real-time control center operations and the performance of CES’s fleet of managed assets while applying established procedures in order to guarantee safety of company assets and personnel while maximizing availability and generation
Ensure compliance with all regulatory and contractual requirements through adherence to all operational procedures, processes, and policies
Report and document the status of forced and planned plant outages to Regional Transmission Organization / Independent System Operators (RTO/ISO)
Evaluate system alarms and irregularities, taking corrective action as outlined in established guidelines while Ensuring quality and accuracy of real-time generation information being telemetered to RTO/ISO
Dispatch field and emergency service personnel when appropriate
Remotely direct electrical substation switching at facilities using a detailed understanding of the Company's electrical switching practices
Assist Field Service Technicians with troubleshooting on a daily basis
Record operating actions taken during shifts in the operator's log
Utilize accurate and efficient three-part communication skills on inbound and outbound telephone conversations
Complete ROC Operator qualification process/training.
Complete applicable safety and regulatory/compliance training requirements
Identify process improvements; include reduction of non-value-added operations, increased productivity opportunities, increased safety opportunities, etc.
Adhere to cybersecurity protocols and best practices when using SCADA systems, remote access tools, and communication platforms to protect CES assets and data from unauthorized access.
Maintain vigilance against phishing, malware, and other online threats by following CES safe online practices, promptly reporting suspicious activity, and completing required cybersecurity training
Additional duties as required