Control Room Operator

Veolia North America; Carnesville (GA); On-site; USD 50,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated professional to operate and maintain energy systems, ensuring efficient and reliable service delivery. This role involves hands-on work with steam generators and chillers, requiring a strong background in power generation and safety protocols. You will be part of a dynamic team, contributing to essential energy management services. If you are passionate about energy efficiency and have the skills to manage complex systems, this opportunity is perfect for you. Join a company that values safety, teamwork, and innovation in energy solutions.

Benefits

Paid Time Off

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

401(k) Plan

Qualifications

• 5+ years in power generation with steam generators and turbines.
• Hands-on experience with solid fuel boilers and DCS controls.
• Ability to read blueprints and maintain logs.

Responsibilities

• Operate and maintain steam and electric chillers and boilers.
• Monitor machinery for performance and safety.
• Perform water testing and maintain equipment cleanliness.

Skills

Power Generation

Steam Generators

Boiler Operations

Alarm Management Systems

Blueprint Reading

Plant Logs Maintenance

Rotating Shifts

Education

Bachelor's Degree or Equivalent Experience

Tools

Hand Tools

Power Tools

DCS Control Systems

HMI Control Systems

Google Products

Job description

A subsidiary of Veolia group, Veolia North America (VNA) offers a full spectrum of water, waste, and energy management services, including water and wastewater treatment, waste collection and disposal, energy consulting, and resource recovery. VNA supports commercial, industrial, healthcare, higher education, and municipal customers across North America. Headquartered in Boston, Mass., Veolia North America employs over 10,000 people at more than 350 locations. For more information, visit our website www.veolianorthamerica.com.

Job Description

Benefits

Veolia offers a comprehensive benefits package, including paid time off, health, dental, and vision insurance. Employees can participate in an employer-sponsored 401(k) plan. Benefits for union-represented employees are outlined in their collective bargaining agreement.

Position Purpose

Under general supervision, operates, services, and maintains steam and electric centrifugal chillers, gas turbine-driven ammonia chillers, and boilers to provide efficient energy to customers safely and reliably.

Primary Duties / Responsibilities

1. Evaluate and maintain proper operation of machinery.
2. Follow established practices, referring to manuals for operation and maintenance.
3. Operate equipment to ensure continuous steam and chilled water supply for district heating and cooling.
4. Maintain pump set operations.
5. Monitor and record pressures, temperatures, and fuel consumption.
6. Identify and report symptoms requiring maintenance.
7. Maintain fuel, hydraulic, coolant, and water levels; service filters and screens.
8. Monitor machinery for noise and vibration; take corrective actions as needed.
9. Interpret safety data sheets and apply safety knowledge.
10. Assist in maintenance and repair using hand and power tools.
11. Clean and maintain equipment and work areas.
12. Perform water testing.
13. Obtain certification to wear a full-face respirator if required.
14. Adhere to safety procedures and report unsafe conditions.
15. Work effectively in a team and follow management instructions.
16. Be punctual and available for scheduled and unscheduled overtime, including nights, weekends, and holidays.
17. Interface diplomatically with coworkers and the public.

Note: This role may involve physical activity, including moving heavy equipment and lifting up to 70 lbs.

Qualifications

Required Skills, Knowledge & Experience:

1. Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent experience.
2. At least 5 years’ experience in power generation, operating steam generators and turbines.
3. Hands-on experience with steam generators, especially solid fuel boilers.
4. Valid Georgia driver’s license or ability to obtain one.
5. Ability to read blueprints, schematics, manuals, and procedures.
6. Understanding of alarm management systems.
7. Experience maintaining plant logs.
8. Familiarity with DCS and HMI control systems.
9. Basic knowledge of Google products.
10. Safe use of hand and power tools.
11. Ability to work rotating shifts, including nights, weekends, and holidays.
12. Ability to hear alarms and detect noise changes in machinery.
13. Capable of lifting 50 lbs and carrying materials up and down stairs.

Preferred Skills, Knowledge & Experience:

1. Training in boiler/turbine DCS controls.
2. Training in CEMS and emissions control systems.
3. Knowledge of heat transfer principles.
4. Experience with preventative maintenance practices.

Additional Information

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status.

Note: Salary, benefits, and other compensation details are accurate as of this posting and may change.