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Power Plant Control Room Operator

Baltimore, Maryland

Job Description

The  Control Room Operator  plays a critical role in ensuring the safe, efficient, and environmentally compliant operation of our waste-to-energy facility. From the control room, this individual monitor’s plant systems, adjusts equipment settings, and responds to alarms and abnormal conditions in real-time.

Key Responsibilities

• Operate and monitor boiler, turbine, and auxiliary equipment from the control room.
• Maintain optimal combustion conditions by adjusting controls and monitoring system parameters.
• Conduct routine equipment checks, identify issues, and escalate or resolve them according to procedures.
• Log operational data accurately and maintain records in compliance with environmental and safety regulations.
• Communicate with maintenance and operations teams to coordinate equipment startup, shutdown, or troubleshooting.
• Follow all safety protocols and report any hazards, near misses, or environmental incidents.
• Maintain positive work environment by acting and communicating in a manner so that you get along with customers, clients, vendors, co-workers and management.
• Support outage activities and emergency response procedures as needed.

Skills and Competencies

• Strong analytical and decision-making skills under pressure
• Proficient in using SCADA and DCS systems
• Effective communication and teamwork abilities
• High attention to detail and commitment to operational excellence
• Will be required to attain the ASME QRO Provisional Certification within 1 year after hire

Working Conditions and Physical Demand

• 12-hour rotating shifts, including nights, weekends, and holidays
• Work is primarily in a control room environment, with occasional fieldwork and inspections
• Use of personal protective equipment (PPE) required
• Climb and walk on heights often greater than 4 feet
• Ascend and descend stairs and stationary vertical ladders as part of normal work activity and emergency egress situations.
• Lift moderate to heavy material 50 lbs.
• Move about all areas of the plant, including catwalks, deck grating, wet and muddy areas, and uneven surfaces.
• Operate a 1.5-inch fire hose operating at 125 PSI line pressure to the extent required to extinguish fire
• Operate fire extinguishing equipment ranging from handheld extinguishers to 200 lbs. portable units
• Operate other equipment including, but not limited to, industrial forklifts, manlifts, skid steer type loaders, and other mobile equipment
• Access confined spaces and pressure vessels through standard 12" by 16" manways

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