Control Room Operator

Constellation Energy Corp.; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 99,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salaries

Bonus programs

401(k) with company match

Comprehensive medical benefits

Paid vacation

Holidays and sick days

Job summary

Constellation Energy Corp. is looking for a Control Room Operator to ensure the safe and efficient operation of a cogeneration plant in Washington, DC. Candidates should have 5 years of relevant experience and a DC Stationary Engineer's License (3rd Class). Responsibilities include monitoring plant systems, performing water chemistries, and maintaining safety guidelines.

The expected salary range is $99,000 to $110,000 based on experience, along with a competitive benefits package.

Qualifications

• 5 years of power plant control room operations experience or equivalent education and experience.
• Proficiency in speaking, reading, and writing English.
• Ability to perform calculations using whole numbers, fractions, and decimals.

Responsibilities

• Monitor and trend readings from the plant control system.
• Perform plant water chemistry analysis as necessary.
• Operate the plant according to health and safety guidelines.

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

Safety knowledge

Problem-solving skills

Ability to interpret data

Education

High school Diploma or GED

DC Stationary Engineer's License (3rd Class)

Job description

Total Rewards

Constellation offers an extensive selection of benefits and rewards to help employees thrive professionally and personally. This includes competitive salaries, bonus programs, 401(k) with company match, employee stock purchase program, comprehensive medical, dental and vision benefits, robust wellbeing programs, disability and life insurance, paid vacation, holidays, sick days, and more. Expected salary range of $99,000 to $110,000 varies based on experience, along with a comprehensive benefits package that includes bonus and 401(k).

Primary Purpose of Position

We are looking for a Control Room Operator to join our team. This person will be responsible for the safe and efficient operation of a cogeneration plant and its systems during their shift. The position is located in Washington, DC. The Combined Heat & Power (CHP) Facility consists of three Solar Mercury 50 combustion turbines, three Rentech Heat Recovery Steam Generators, one Cleaver-Brooks auxiliary boiler, and associated auxiliary equipment (compressors, pumps, etc.).

Primary Duties and Accountabilities

• Monitor, record, and trend readings from the plant control system and steam generating equipment.
• Monitor gas turbine control panels to ensure proper operation of turbine equipment.
• Perform all required plant water chemistry analysis, adjusting as necessary to maintain chemistry control within plant specified limits.
• Operate the plant in a safe and efficient manner, following all procedures, health and safety guidelines, and current operating practices.
• Monitor instrumentation readings for variances from prescribed standards, adjusting as necessary to maintain proper equipment operation, and record abnormalities in the control room log.
• Maintain required records including the control room logbook and lockout/tagout log.
• Inspect equipment at regular intervals to identify malfunctions, repair needs, or unsafe conditions, and report issues beyond the troubleshooting or repair capabilities of shift personnel to management.
• Support safety by correcting hazards such as leaks, slip hazards, or deficiencies, and by monitoring maintenance activities to ensure proper plant operation.
• Perform minor maintenance, outage repairs, and equipment testing, and assist with cleanliness of plant spaces and common areas.
• Train and support new employees as required.
• Additional duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

• High school Diploma or GED.
• DC Stationary Engineer's License (3rd Class).
• 5 years of power plant control room operations experience or equivalent education and experience.
• Strong mechanical aptitude, basic steam plant and combustion turbine knowledge.
• Ability to read and interpret safety rules, data, operating instructions, maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals in English.
• Proficiency in speaking, reading, and writing English.
• Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals.
• Demonstrated ability to follow written, oral, or diagram-based instructions using sound judgment and practical understanding.
• Demonstrated judgment and decision-making skills within defined procedures and practices, including the use of calculations, deductive reasoning, and consultation with a supervisor.

Preferred Qualifications

• DC Stationary Engineer's License (1st Class).