Control Room Operator

Oregon Clean Energy, located in Oregon, OH, is a combined cycle gas-fired generation facility with a potential output of 820 MW. The facility's configuration includes 2x1 Siemens SGT6-8000H gas turbines, a KN steam turbine, and advanced T3000 control systems, making it a beacon of innovative energy generation in the region. This advanced energy facility serves as a cornerstone of efficient power generation, supporting the local community with its cutting-edge technology and sustainable practices.

Opportunity Summary

The Control Room Operator is responsible for continuously monitoring the status of all plant systems. This position ensures that alarms and upset conditions are addressed promptly by taking appropriate corrective actions. The CRO also executes plant shutdown and start-up procedures as needed and ensures the plant meets its generating requirements while maintaining safe and efficient operations. Additionally, the CRO ensures that all equipment functions properly by adhering to approved procedures, guidelines, equipment technical manuals, and operating directives from plant management.

Primary Duties

Your scope of responsibility as Control Room Operator will include the following primary functions:

NAES Safe

Safety is a core value of NAES and as a condition of employment, all employees are expected to be mentally alert and work safely at all times. Additionally, employees are required to adhere to all safety warnings and posted safety signs whenever on company property. Furthermore, employees must follow all NAES safety rules and procedures. Effectiveness in carrying out this responsibility is part of the evaluation of each employee’s performance.

Working Relationships

The CRO reports to the Operations Manager and responds to directions from the Operations Manager, and Plant Manager. The CR0 gives direction to other personnel as it pertains to the reliable operations of the facility.

Physical Requirements and Working Conditions

Physical requirements include the possibility of standing for extended periods of time, stair and ladder climbing and routinely lifting up to 50 pounds. Protective equipment must be worn in the performance of some duties (e.g., hard hats, safety glasses, air masks, ear protection, chemical suits, hot gloves and high voltage protective equipment, etc.). Work with hazardous materials may be required. Must be able to be respirator qualified. There are extensive smoking restrictions in and around the facility.

Fitness for Duty

All employees will participate in the Fitness for Duty Program. This program includes post-offer physical examination and drug screening and post-employment random drug screening.

Work Schedule

Regular work schedule is based on a 12-hour rotating modified Dupont shift. Position requires extended working hours and varied shifts with weekend and holiday work, as required by schedules, workload, and plant conditions. "On call" status will periodically be required.

Compensation

Initial starting compensation will range from $48.20 to $67.50 per hour and will include an annual performance bonus.

Job Qualifications

About NAES

NAES Corporation is the leading provider of operations, maintenance, and engineering services for energy facilities. We have established ourselves as a reliable partner for clients in North America and internationally, offering services across power generation, oil and gas, and renewable energy sectors. Additionally, our growing family of companies enables us to address the entire life cycle of power generation and other industrial plants.

NAES is committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace. It is the practice of NAES to seek employees of the highest quality and to select individuals on the basis of merit and competence, without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, disability, military status or affiliation protected under USERRA, or any other basis of discrimination prohibited by applicable local, state and federal law.

Experience

Preferred* Possession of a valid Ohio State 3rd Class Stationary Steam Engineer is preferred or ability to obtain one within 6 months of hire is required.

Education

Required* High School or better

Licenses & Certifications

Required* Driver's License

Skills

Preferred* Control Room Operations

Behaviors

Preferred* Detail Oriented: Capable of carrying out a given task with all details necessary to get the task done well