Power Plant Control Room Operator (DOT)

Nrgenergy; Cleburne (TX); On-site; USD 34,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

NRG Energy is seeking a Plant Operator to ensure safe, efficient, and compliant generation of electricity and steam, through field work and control room operations. You’ll monitor equipment, manage startup/shutdown and load control, and escalate issues as needed.

Ideal candidates have 0–3 years in a power plant setting, a high school diploma or GED, and will pursue the Control Room Operator qualification. The role includes ongoing safety procedures and potential progression within the DOT

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED is required.
• Valid state driver's license.
• 0-3 years’ Plant Operator experience (or equivalent) in a power plant environment.
• Must complete the Control Room Operator qualification card and pass a DOT drug screen and background check.
• This is a DOT PHMSA covered position with potential advancement through qualification milestones.

Responsibilities

• Operate and monitor power plant equipment to ensure safe, efficient operation.
• Regulate turbines and HRSGs from the control room using HMIs.
• Perform startup, shutdown, and load control; respond to emergencies.
• Maintain CRO shift logs and communicate with dispatchers.
• Take samples and perform routine laboratory tests for plant processes.
• Follow LOTO and safety procedures and document compliance.

Skills

Safety awareness

Teamwork

Reading blueprints

Mathematical calculations

Communication

Education

High school diploma or GED

Control Room Operator qualification card

Tools

HMIs

Power plant controls

Job description

NRG Energy is seeking a Plant Operator to ensure safe, efficient, and compliant generation of electricity and steam, through field work and control room operations. You’ll monitor equipment, manage startup/shutdown and load control, and escalate issues as needed.

Ideal candidates have 0–3 years in a power plant setting, a high school diploma or GED, and will pursue the Control Room Operator qualification. The role includes ongoing safety procedures and potential progression within the DOT