Control Room Operator

Control Room Operator Linden, NJ Job Details Full-time $41.45 - $62.28 an hour 12 hours ago Benefits Health insurance Dental insurance Tuition reimbursement Vision insurance Life insurance Qualifications Computer operation Microsoft Excel Computer literacy Engineering Power plant experience Environmental compliance Shift management Mid-level Industrial equipment troubleshooting 3 years Decision making Organizational skills Meter reading Productivity software Gas turbine generation Training Leadership Communication skills Technical Proficiency Mechanical troubleshooting Full Job Description The Control Room Operator is responsible for the safe, reliable, and efficient operation of all Plant equipment under their control in accordance with written plant procedures and under the direction of the Senior Operations Supervisor. In the absence of specific orders and/or directives, the Operator exercises initiative, using experience and good judgment in Plant operation. Comply with plant policies including those concerning safety and environmental. Linden Generating Station is a 1300 MW Dual Fuel Combined Cycle Plant located in Linden, NJ. Essential Duties and Responsibilities Oversee the safe, efficient, reliable, and environmentally sound operation of plant equipment Properly operate Control Room, combustion turbines and plant auxiliary equipment during normal and emergency operation Troubleshoot plant equipment to resolve operational problems Operate various computer systems to receive, analyze, comprehend, and input data Monitor and record data available using various instruments, recording charts, annunciator systems and other monitoring devices onto shift logs as directed by plant operational procedures Implement Plant Emergency Procedures as needed Observe variations in operating conditions and interpret meter and gauge readings Communicate conditions of plant system and equipment to others Apply knowledge of gas power plant operations and basic power plant principles to daily decision-making and work tasks Discern and respond to verbal and auditory signals from control panel Work without supervision inspection while carrying out duties Take, record, and analyze readings of various electrical and mechanical meters Training of operators in their qualifications Ensure shift operations and maintenance PMs are performed Knowledge of and ability to operate various switches and valves and the effect each has on the total operation Meet physical requirements of the job such as perform tasks while standing, walking, climbing, and squatting Performance of duties requires working rotating shifts and response to calls 24 hours/day, seven days/week. Three or more years of experience operating Aeroderivative combustions turbines. Experience with Siemens T3000 and Ovation control systems Engineering background through college or military training Excellent technical and organizational skills. Demonstrated leadership characteristics and potential Excellent oral and written communication skills. Proven ability to work in a team environment and perform effectively without close supervision. Must be computer literate and familiar with Microsoft Word, Excel, and e-mail required. Ability to use discretion concerning confidential and sensitive company information. Other Desirable Skills Be able to perform effectively in a team environment without close supervision, Can work well with and through others internal and external to the plant. Use discretion concerning confidential and sensitive company information. Demonstrate excellent verbal and written communication skills. CAMS offers a variety of excellent benefits. Full time employees are offered the following: medical, dental, vision, LTD, STD, and Life insurance plans. You can even select additional "al la carte" benefits to meet all your needs. You can also enroll in our 401k, flex spending accounts for medical and childcare needs, and participate in our employee referral and tuition reimbursement programs. Qualified Applicants must be legally authorized for employment in the United States. Qualified Applicants will not require employer sponsored work authorization now or in the future for employment in the United States.