Control Room Operator

About PROENERGY

Based in Sedalia, Missouri, PROENERGY is a global peaking-power solutions provider with operational experience on every continent. The company offers vertically integrated aeroderivative power services, including engineering, construction, operations, repair, maintenance, research, and true, turnkey power generation facilities that include the complete balance of plant.

Our Footprint

We are primed for the Energy Transition with permanent service locations in Missouri, Texas, and Argentina. Our world-class Missouri headquarters is purpose-built to meet peaking-power needs. It sits on 90 acres in Sedalia and features more than 900,000 sq. ft of facilities and equipment, including the only independent Level-IV aeroderivative depot in North America and a hydrogen-ready string-test facility that enables full-speed, full-load testing. Our Houston, Texas, office is a strategic satellite positioned near our own peaking-power installations.

Our Philosophy

We take care of our people and strive to make a positive difference for the world. We offer competitive pay, excellent benefits that include Medical, Dental, Vision, and Life/Disability Insurance at minimal cost to the employee, 10 paid holidays, paid time off and a 401K plan. If you are looking for a rewarding career and possess the specialized knowledge and quality-oriented problem-solving skills, we encourage you to apply today.

Position Summary

The individual in this role will be responsible for the safe remote operations of multiple combustion turbine generators and associated balance of plant equipment during both normal and emergency situations. This position will perform troubleshooting and diagnostics to report the cause of any equipment operational abnormalities or problems. This position will operate multiple generating facilities as well as provide monitoring of operations for diagnostics review. Communicates with appropriate Marketer and Interconnecting Utility for startup, operations, shutdown and outage coordination for each facility.

Initially, this role will require a period of time be spent in Sedalia, MO for training. Lodging will be provided. Once fully trained and functional, position will be based in Houston, TX.

Position 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
• Controls the loading of Power Plant generating units as directed in response to System Control Center requirements
• Observes control panel instruments and readings to note and report abnormal operating conditions indicating possible system or station trouble
• Determines nature and cause of trouble from evidence available and takes corrective action to maintain safe and optimum operating conditions
• Gather and report generating unit daily availability regarding derate 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 ROC procedures
• Assist in developing, reviewing and revising department procedures.
• Compile data, analyze trends, GADS data entry and drafting of monthly reports as required
• Perform other duties as assigned

Required Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent and Five (5) years of relevant experience or demonstrated equivalency of education and experience
• 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
• If applicant is not currently NERC System Operator Certified, applicant must pass the NERC Certification test within six months of start date
• This position is staffed around the clock by personnel working a 12-hour rotating shift schedule
• Successful candidate will need to satisfactorily complete pre-employment drug screen and background check.
• US work authorization is a precondition of employment. The company will not consider candidates who require sponsorship for a work-authorized visa.

Desired Qualifications

• 5+ years' Experience with LM6000 technology strongly preferred
• 5+ years' Experience operating a power plant or related industry
• Associate Degree Preferred
• Must be able to multi-task and manage high pressure situations
• Strong verbal and written communication skills, as well as analytical, computer, and problem-solving skills are required
• Must have strong initiative and be highly motivated individual
• Must be highly detail oriented, and simultaneously handle multiple projects
• Proficiency with Microsoft Excel and Word required

It is PROENERGY's policy to provide equal opportunity in employment to all its employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, age, disability, national origin, marital status, ancestry, medical condition, military status, or any other characteristic protected by State or Federal law.