Control Room Operator

IHI Power Services Corp•Cottage Grove, MN

21h•$52 - $66•Onsite

About The Position

IHI Power Services Corp. (IPSC) has a career opportunity for a Control Room Operator (CRO)at our combined cycle plant located in Cottage Grove, MN. The Control Room Operator assists in the safe and efficient operation of the power plant and the supporting equipment and systems. The hourly rate range for this position is $52.00 - $66.05 per hour, based on experience. Job Summary The Control Room Operator (CRO) is responsible for monitoring the status of all plant systems on a continuous basis. The CRO responds to alarms by taking appropriate corrective actions and executes plant shutdown and start-up procedures as required. The CRO assures that the plant meets its generating requirements while operating in a safe and efficient manner. The CRO reports to the O&M Manager and provides work directions to, as well as performance oversight of, the AOs. The CRO may also give directions to maintenance personnel on matters pertaining to plant operations. All employees have the responsibility to both the customer and their co-workers to do the job right the first time and to ensure the customer’s needs are being met.

Requirements

Ability to understand procedures and instructions specific to the area of assignment as would be acquired in four years of high school.
Minimum two years’ experience as a Control Operator preferred or equivalent position in an operating or generating plant required.
Must obtain a Minnesota class 1A or Chief A Boiler Operating License.
Must successfully complete the CRO qualification card.
Must successfully complete a Mechanical Aptitude test and a Basic Mathematical test.
Ability to perform technical troubleshooting.
Ability to communicate effectively orally using telephone and PA system.
Knowledge and understanding of health and safety regulations
Experience working with and around hazardous energy, chemicals and waste materials including knowledge of safe handling, storage, and transport.

Nice To Haves

Associate degree in a technical field is desirable.

Responsibilities

Report upset conditions or other anomalies in plant status to the O&M.
Make entries in the Operating Log and approve and issue Lockout/Tagouts, Confined Space, Hot Work, or other permits as required, to ensure safe and reliable operation of the plant.
Receive and respond to electrical, steam and fuel dispatcher's orders and requests.
Operate control panels to regulate the load on the HRSG and turbines and to maintain proper steam temperature and pressure, feedwater and fuel supply and efficient combustion conditions.
Perform emergency operations to maintain electric service and safeguard station equipment.
Provide direction to O&M TECHNICIAN 2 to effect changes in plant conditions and chemistry.
Complete other tasks as requested by the Operations Manager