Control Room Operator

Enviva; Franklin (VA); On-site; USD 32,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Performance bonus

Equity

Relocation assistance

Medical, dental, vision

401(k)

HSA contributions

Paid time off

12 paid holidays

Parental leave

Job summary

Enviva is seeking a Control Room Operator to monitor plant systems around the clock and take corrective actions to keep generation within requirements. The role emphasizes safety, accuracy, and teamwork in a fast-growing bioenergy facility in Franklin, VA.

Candidates should understand control room operations and be able to prepare precise records. Ideal applicants will have basic math/computer skills, familiarity with HMIs, and the ability to work rotating shifts in an industrial environment

Qualifications

• Must understand and follow written and verbal job instructions.
• Must read and interpret documents such as safety rules and maintenance instructions.
• Be able to use basic hand tools.
• Must possess basic computer and math skills.
• Able to learn how to operate HMI touch screens.

Responsibilities

• Operate plant functions from the control room.
• Manage chip feed system, fuel feed system, furnace, and presses.
• Act as overall contact for plant operations.
• Monitor indicator screens, lights, production rates, and spark detection equipment.
• Translate signals into production adjustments and operate controls.
• Maintain working schedules, equipment temperature, and safety standards.
• Assess malfunctions and use technical skills to resolve problems.
• Communicate with team and respond to calls for assistance.
• Perform flow, pressure, and meter calculations.
• Work independently or in a team; understand plant operation, engineering, or maintenance practices.

Skills

Follow instructions

Read & interpret documents

Basic hand tools

Basic computer & math skills

Operate HMI screens

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

The Enviva team is driven by our shared vision for a renewable energy future. We are a fast-growing, purpose-driven, global energy company specializing in delivering sustainable wood bioenergy solutions. We are the world’s largest producer of sustainable wood pellets, which provide a low-carbon alternative to fossil fuels.

The Control Room Operator is responsible for monitoring the status of all plant systems on a continuous basis. The operator will respond to alarms by taking appropriate corrective actions and procedures and ensure that the plant meets its generating requirements while operating safely and efficiently.
The operator will also monitor activities and ensure the smooth functioning of systems and equipment. To succeed in this role, these individuals require an understanding of control room operations, the ability to prepare accurate records, and a range of other technical and soft skills.

Responsibilities

• Operate plant functions from the control room.
• Manage chip feed system, fuel feed system, furnace, dryer system, primary and secondary sizing and pellet presses.
• Act as overall contact for plant operations.
• Monitoring: Checking indicator screens and signal lights, and monitoring production rates and system statuses. Monitor spark detection equipment. Manage and monitor various levels and feed rated to ensure continuous plant operation.
• Adjusting: Translating signals into production realities and adjusting production line processes. Operate computers, monitors and corrects operational values.
• Maintaining: Maintaining working schedules, equipment temperature, and safety standards
• Resolving issues: Assess and adjust accordingly to criticality of potential malfunctions and equipment failures, and using technical skills to resolve problems
• Communicating: Communicating with team members and responding to calls for assistance. Multi-task with equipment alarms and radio commands/communication.
• Strong aptitude in math; ability to use addition, subtraction, multiplication and division to perform flow, pressure, performance and meter calculations
• Ability to work both independently and in a team environment
• Knowledge of generating unit operation, engineering, or maintenance practices

Qualifications

• Ability to understand and follow written and verbal job instructions.
• Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and written procedures.
• Be able to use basic hand tools.
• Must possess basic computer & math skills.
• Able to learn how to operate HMI touch screens.

Preferred Qualifications - What Sets You Apart

• High school diploma or GED.
• Experience in wood products, furnace/dryer operations, or similar manufacturing environment
• High attention to detail.
• Ability to work under stressful conditions.
• Prior experience working in a Control Room

Working conditions

• Must be able to work in outdoor environments and occasionally in temperatures above 100 degrees and below 32 degrees
• Willing and able to work in a hot, humid, cold and noisy industrial environment
• Willing and able to maintain strict adherence to safety rules and regulations, to include wearing safety equipment.
• Occasionally walk on slippery or uneven surfaces.
• Ability to work shift assignments up to 12 hours that include weekends, nights or rotating shifts.

Physical requirements

• Willing and able to perform tasks such as lifting, walking, climbing, stooping, standing, pushing and/or pulling for up to twelve (12) hours a day
• Willing and able to work around moving equipment and machinery
• Willing and able to pull and lift, up to 50 lbs.
• Be comfortable climbing ladders, conveyors, working at heights and on steel grating.
• Ability to safely and successfully perform the essential job functions consistent with the ADA and other federal, state and local standards, including meeting qualitative and/or quantitative productivity standards.

Other compensation

performance bonus, equity, and relocation assistance for eligible candidates.

• Medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance
• 401(k)
• HSA employer contributions
• Paid time off.
• 12 Paid holidays.
• Parental leave

The final pay offered to a successful candidate will be dependent on several factors that may include but are not limited to the type and years of experience within the job, the type of years and experience within the industry, education, training, etc.

Salary Range

$23.40 - $24.62 USD

This position is not eligible for visa support.

EEO Statement

Enviva is dedicated to the principles of equal employment opportunity (EEO) in any term, condition or privilege of employment. Enviva does not discriminate against applicants or employees on the basis of race, color, creed, religion, sex, national origin, age, physical or mental disability, ancestry, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran status, uniform service member, genetic information or any other status protected by law. Enviva complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which we operate.