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Commonwealth Fusion Systems
Shift Operator- SPARC - Second Shift
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A Power Distributor or Plant Operator operates equipment to controls and monitor the flow of electricity from power plants.
$69,136 / year median in Massachusetts
+10% projected growth
Job Description
About Commonwealth Fusion Systems:
Commonwealth Fusion Systems is on a mission to deliver the urgent transition to fusion energy. Combining decades of research, top talent, and new technologies, we're designing and building commercially viable fusion power plants. And we're working with policymakers, suppliers, and many others to build the energy industry of the future. We're in the best position to make it happen. Since 2018, we've raised $4 billion of capital, making us the largest and leading fusion company in the world. Now we're looking for more thinkers, doers, builders, and makers to join us. People who'll bring new perspectives, solve tough problems, and thrive as part of a team. If that's you and this role fits, we want to hear from you. Join the power movement as a Shift Operator The Shift Operator will be part of the team responsible for the safe and efficient operation of the SPARC Tokamak and supporting systems. Reporting to the Senior Manager of SPARC Plant Operations, this role is essential to support commissioning, operational readiness, and steady-state operations. Shift Operators will perform both Control Room monitoring and field operations, responding to alarms and abnormal conditions, while ensuring safe operating practices at all times. Operators will receive training on SPARC's major steady state plant systems, including: Electrical distribution Cooling Water CompressedAir HVAC Cryogenics Plant Other supporting plant infrastructure Additional responsibilities include: Procedure development and revision Equipment/system troubleshooting and testing Performing Lockout/Tagout Supporting commissioning and training activities This position is ideal for individuals with power plant or equivalent complex facility experience, who thrive in dynamics environments, and want to contribute directly to the operation of a first-of-its-kind fusion facility. 2nd shiftHours:
2:00 pm- 10:30 pm (hours are subject to slight adjustments of one to two hours) Rate of pay: $30
- $41 per hour + 10% differential What you'll do: Operate, monitor, and maintain plant systems and equipment supporting SPARC operations Troubleshoot systems such as cooling water, compressed air, HVAC, cryogenics, liquid nitrogen, and electrical distribution Safely operate plant equipment under normal and abnormal conditions, both remotely from the control room and locally in the field Perform switching and tagging (LOTO) to support maintenance and commissioning Participate in procedure development, revision, and optimization Support testing and commissioning of plant systems Adhere to human performance and safety standards in all activities What we're looking for: High School Graduate/GED 5 years in operations at complex facilities Experience in low voltage and/or complex electrical environments Experience with large cooling water systems Previously qualified Lockout Tagout (LOTO) / Tagging Program Complex facility operations (power plant, oil & gas, LNG, etc.