Associate ROCC Operator

Requisition ID:

95375 NextEra Energy Resources is one of America's largest wholesale electricity generators, harnessing diverse energy sources to power progress. We deliver tailored energy solutions that fuel economic growth, strengthen communities, and help customers achieve their energy goals. Ready to make a lasting impact? Take the next step in your career with us! Position Specific Description The Associate ROCC Operator is an entry-level role within the Renewable Operations Control Center (ROCC), designed for individuals eager to start a career in renewable energy operations. This position combines the core responsibilities of a Restoration Technician with foundational Engineering Operator tasks, focusing on real-time monitoring, troubleshooting, and restoration of renewable generation assets. This role offers hands-on experience with cutting-edge technologies and provides a clear career path for growth through skill development, certifications, and performance. Key Responsibilities Monitoring & Control Monitor renewable generation assets (wind, solar, battery storage) using SCADA and other control platforms. Respond promptly to alarms and alerts to maintain system reliability and compliance. Restoration & Troubleshooting Execute restoration procedures for renewable assets following outages or abnormal conditions. Assist in diagnosing and resolving operational issues under guidance from senior operators. Compliance & Documentation Maintain accurate logs of operational activities and restoration events. Ensure adherence to NERC and internal regulatory requirements. Collaboration & Communication Coordinate with field technicians, engineering teams, and market operations during restoration and troubleshooting activities. Communicate effectively across teams to support safe and reliable operations. Required Qualifications Associate degree in technical field preferred

Experience:

0-2 years in power generation, renewable energy, or related technical field (internships or coursework acceptable). Basic understanding of electrical systems and safety practices. Ability to work rotating shifts, including nights, weekends, and holidays. Preferred Qualifications Familiarity with SCADA systems and renewable energy technologies. Strong analytical and problem-solving skills. Effective communication and teamwork abilities. Bachelor's - Engineering Why Join Us? Be part of a growing renewable energy team with a clear career progression model. Gain exposure to advanced technologies and industry-leading practices. Training and development opportunities provided. Career Path This role is part of the new ROCC career hierarchy, offering structured growth opportunities through demonstrated competencies, certifications, and performance.

Job Overview The Associate ROCC Operator position is a critical role within NextEra Energy Resources' Remote Operations Control Center (ROCC) that centrally monitors and operates the company's extensive 54GW renewable energy portfolio. Operators are responsible for representing NEE to our diverse set of customers with real-time coordination for changing operating instructions and market conditions, while maintaining compliance with NERC, FERC, ISO/RTO and contractual requirements and responding to off-normal grid and generation events. Operators also coordinate internally with cross-functional teams for safe, reliable operation of our existing assets, and new site onboarding and monitoring through construction. These duties include response to compliance and operational alarms, coordination and communication for safety, environmental, and reliability events, coordination for maintenance and testing, generation event troubleshooting and restoration, coordination of high-voltage clearances, and substation fault troubleshooting and resets.

Job Duties & Responsibilities Ensures renewable generation assets operate in accordance with safety and compliance requirements Maximizes availability, reliability, and revenue through alarm monitoring and response Coordinates market participation with internal and external schedulers, marketers, transmission operators, and balancing authorities Responds to, troubleshoots and recovers from off-normal events related to substation protection and operation Manages initial emergency response for safety, cyber, and environmental events Plans outages and executes high voltage switching orders to support equipment maintenance Performs other job-related duties as assigned Required Qualifications High School Grad / GED Associate's or Equivalent Experience

Experience:

0+ years Preferred Qualifications Bachelor's - Engineering NextEra Energy offers a wide range of benefits to support our employees and their eligible family members. Click here to learn more.

Employee Group:

Non ExemptEmployee Type:

Full TimeJob Category:

OperationsOrganization:

NextEra Energy Resources, LLC 

Relocation Provided:

No NextEra Energy is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Qualified applicants are considered for employment without regard to race, color, age, national origin, religion, marital status, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, genetics, disability, protected veteran status or any other basis prohibited by law. NextEra Energy and provides reasonable accommodation in its application and selection process for qualified individuals, including accommodations related to compliance with conditional job offer requirements, consistent with federal, state, and local laws. Supporting medical or religious documentation will be required where applicable and permitted by applicable law. To request a reasonable accommodation, please send an e-mail to recruiting-coordinator.sharedmailbox@nexteraenergy.com, providing your name, telephone number and the best time for us to reach you. NextEra Energy will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor's legal duty to furnish information. NextEra Energy does not accept any unsolicited resumes or referrals from any third-party recruiting firms or agencies. Please see our policy for more information.