Gas Turbine Control Room Operator – 24/7 Power Plant

CAMS - Texas; Brandywine (MD); On-site; USD 62,000 - 69,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Long-Term Disability (LTD)

Short-Term Disability (STD)

Life insurance

401k

Tuition reimbursement

Employee referral programs

Flexible spending accounts

Job summary

Keys Energy Center in Maryland is seeking a skilled Control Room Operator to ensure safe, reliable operation of the 761MW natural gas-fired, combined-cycle plant. You will follow plant procedures and Senior Operations Supervisor directives, exercising judgment when instructions are not explicit.

Responsibilities include monitoring turbines and control systems, troubleshooting issues, analyzing data, and communicating plant conditions in writing.

Qualifications

• 3+ years operating Aeroderivative combustion turbines.
• Experience with Siemens T3000 and Ovation control systems.
• Engineering background (college or military training).
• Strong technical, organizational, and leadership skills.
• Proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, and email.
• Excellent verbal and written communication.
• Ability to work independently and in teams, handling confidential information discreetly.
• Perform tasks involving standing, walking, climbing, and squatting.
• Discern verbal and auditory signals from control panels.

Responsibilities

• Operate and monitor combustion turbines, auxiliary equipment, and control room systems safely and efficiently.
• Troubleshoot equipment issues and implement emergency procedures as needed.
• Record and analyze data from meters, gauges, and monitoring systems.
• Communicate plant conditions clearly, both verbally and in writing.
• Train operators and ensure shift maintenance tasks are completed.
• Operate computer systems (e.g., Siemens T3000, Ovation) for data analysis and input.
• Work rotating shifts, respond to 24/7 callouts, and perform physical tasks (standing, climbing, squatting).
• Perform other assigned duties.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Independent work

Teamwork

Analytical thinking

Education

Engineering background

Tools

Siemens T3000

Ovation

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Keys Energy Center in Maryland is seeking a skilled Control Room Operator to ensure safe, reliable operation of the 761MW natural gas-fired, combined-cycle plant. You will follow plant procedures and Senior Operations Supervisor directives, exercising judgment when instructions are not explicit.

Responsibilities include monitoring turbines and control systems, troubleshooting issues, analyzing data, and communicating plant conditions in writing.