Power Plant Control Operator – Clean Energy & Storage

Thomson Reuters Markets Espana SL.; Redlands (CA); On-site; USD 95,000 - 135,000; Full time

Job summary

Southern California Edison is seeking an Operator Control for Redlands, CA to operate and maintain a diverse fleet of gas-fired plants and battery storage. You will control loading of generators, monitor equipment, and coordinate with the Generation Dispatcher and Grid Control Center.

This on-site role requires 12-hour shifts, possible travel, and strict safety and CIP/NERC compliance. You will document data, perform minor maintenance, train others, and safeguard critical assets and data.

Qualifications

• Two or more years of Control Room Operator experience at a commercial power plant.
• Possess a valid Driver's License.
• Knowledge of Combined Cycle and Simple Cycle plants preferred.
• Familiarity with Battery Energy Storage Systems preferred.
• Experience with station equipment nomenclature and automatic control systems.

Responsibilities

• Safely and efficiently controls and directs loading of electrical generators and battery storage systems on orders.
• Determines status of equipment from logs and instruments; inspects DCS indicators.
• Remotely operates equipment from the DCS; directs Operator Mechanics in local operation.
• Observes abnormal conditions and determines causes and corrective actions.
• Communicates plant status with Grid Control Center and leadership.
• Reads and records data, compiles records, and maintains logs.
• Performs general cleaning, housekeeping, and minor maintenance.
• Trains and assists other operators; issues work authorizations.

Skills

Control room operation

Power plant knowledge

Leadership / communication

Documentation / logging

Safety compliance

Tools

Emerson Ovation

GE Mark 6e

Wonderware

RS Logix

Programmable logic controllers

Job description

Southern California Edison is seeking an Operator Control for Redlands, CA to operate and maintain a diverse fleet of gas-fired plants and battery storage. You will control loading of generators, monitor equipment, and coordinate with the Generation Dispatcher and Grid Control Center.

This on-site role requires 12-hour shifts, possible travel, and strict safety and CIP/NERC compliance. You will document data, perform minor maintenance, train others, and safeguard critical assets and data.