Control Room Operator (Renewable Energy)

Brookfield Renewable; Town of Queensbury (NY); On-site; USD 88,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Vacation time (120 hours)

Medical coverage

401(k) matching

Annual bonus 15%

Job summary

Brookfield Renewable N.A. is seeking a Control Room Operator for US Operations in Queensbury, NY. You will monitor and control hydro, wind, solar, and storage assets, ensuring safe, reliable power delivery and compliance with grid standards.

Ideal candidates bring hands-on electrical/industrial experience, strong analytical skills, and the ability to operate night shifts, weekends, and holidays. Travel to remote sites may be required.

Qualifications

• Associates degree or higher in a relevant field.
• Hands-on experience in electrical systems, control rooms, or industrial operations.
• Willingness to work night shifts, weekends and holidays.

Responsibilities

• Operate and monitor real-time control systems (SCADA) to ensure safe performance.
• Make quick, informed decisions to maintain license limits and public safety.
• Implement generation schedules and respond to grid conditions and weather events.
• Collaborate with field teams and remote operations to optimize performance.

Skills

Calm under pressure

Analytical thinking

Problem solving

Strong communication

Team player

Willing to travel

Night shifts & holidays

Education

Associates degree or higher in relevant field

Tools

SCADA software experience

Job description

Control Room Operator, Renewable Energy – US Operations, NSCC

Location: Queensbury, NY

Are you someone who thrives in high-stakes environments, enjoys mastering complex systems, and has a passion for technology and sustainability? Whether you’ve spent years operating control rooms, working with electrical systems, or even commanding virtual worlds in gaming—this role could be your next big move.

About Us

Brookfield Renewable N.A. is one of the largest renewable energy owners and operators in the country, with over 190 utility-scale facilities across 34 states. We’re driving the transition to a sustainable, low-carbon future—and we want you to be part of it.

What You'll Do

As a System Operator in our National System Control Center, you’ll be at the heart of our operations, ensuring the smooth and safe performance of our fleet of hydroelectric, wind, solar, battery energy storage, and transmission assets. Think of it as mission control for clean energy.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Operating and monitoring advanced control systems (like SCADA) in real-time.
• Making quick, informed decisions to maintain license limits and public safety.
• Implementing generation schedules and responding to dynamic grid conditions and weather events.
• Collaborating with field teams and remote operations to optimize performance.

What You Bring

We’re looking for people who are:

• Calm under pressure and confident making decisions in fast-paced environments.
• Technically savvy, with strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Comfortable with computers and control systems (bonus if you’ve used SCADA or similar platforms).
• Great communicators and team players.
• Able to work night shifts, weekends, and some holidays.
• Willing to travel to remote sites if needed.

Preferred Experience

• Hands‑on experience in electrical systems, control rooms, or industrial operations.
• Familiarity with hydro or steam turbine systems is a plus.
• Gaming, simulation, or military control system experience can be highly relevant.
• Associates degree or above in relevant field.

Note

We value practical experience, technical aptitude, and a mindset geared toward safety and precision.

Compensation & Benefits

• Starting pay: $33/hr, increasing to $37.50/hr after training.
• Shift incentives: Scheduled overtime, night shift differential, holiday pay. Shift schedule includes one week off per rotation.
• First-year earnings: $88k–$100k depending on schedule and training progress.
• 120 hours vacation, great medical coverage, excellent 401(k) matching, and a 15% annual bonus program.