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 monitors 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