Renewable Control Center Operator I - Real-Time Monitoring

Radian Generation; Reno (NV); On-site; USD 34,000 - 41,000; Full time

Job summary

Radian Generation is seeking a dependable Control Center Operator I to monitor renewable energy assets in our Fernley, NV facility. You will review alarms, document activity, and escalate abnormal conditions following approved procedures to support safe, reliable operations.

This entry-level role emphasizes clear communication, shift turnover, and training in SCADA and related tools. You will work a rotating 24-hour schedule on-site, join a mission-critical control center team, and develop

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required; associate degree, technical degree, or coursework preferred.
• Entry-level experience in renewable energy, utility operations, electrical systems, field operations, dispatch, monitoring, or a technical operations environment preferred.
• Basic understanding of renewable energy assets, electrical systems, control center operations, or grid operations preferred.
• Ability to monitor multiple systems, recognize abnormal conditions, and elevate issues in a timely manner.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to accurate documentation.
• Clear verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to follow procedures, ask clarifying questions, and remain calm during changing operational conditions.
• Familiarity with SCADA, Microsoft Office, ticketing systems, operator logs, or related technical tools preferred

Responsibilities

• Real-Time Monitoring: Monitor renewable energy assets, alarms, dashboards, weather impacts, communications status, and system performance using SCADA and related control center tools.
• Alarm Review and Escalation: Identify alarms, abnormal readings, communication issues, and equipment status changes, then elevate issues to senior operators, lead operators, or management as required.
• Operational Documentation: Record shift activity, system events, alarms, notifications, and follow-up items in operator logs and required reporting systems.
• Procedure Adherence: Follow approved operating procedures, checklists, communication protocols, and escalation paths during routine monitoring and abnormal conditions.
• Communication Support: Communicate clearly with control center team members, field personnel, asset management, and other internal stakeholders as directed.
• Emergency Response Support: Support emergency response activities by following instructions, documenting actions, maintaining awareness of active events, and escalating information promptly.
• Shift Turnover: Participate in shift handoffs by sharing current asset status, open issues, abnormal conditions, and pending follow-up items.
• Compliance and Safety Awareness: Follow applicable safety, operational, and compliance expectations, including accurate documentation and timely issue reporting.
• Training and Qualification: Complete required operator training, build familiarity with renewable energy operations, and develop proficiency with control center tools, procedures, and communication expectations.

Skills

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Situational awareness

Calm under pressure

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Associate or technical degree preferred

Tools

SCADA

Microsoft Office

Operator logs

Ticketing systems

Job description

Radian Generation is seeking a dependable Control Center Operator I to monitor renewable energy assets in our Fernley, NV facility. You will review alarms, document activity, and escalate abnormal conditions following approved procedures to support safe, reliable operations.

This entry-level role emphasizes clear communication, shift turnover, and training in SCADA and related tools. You will work a rotating 24-hour schedule on-site, join a mission-critical control center team, and develop