Control Room Operator

Who We Are

As the nation's largest producer of clean, carbon-free energy, Constellation is focused on our purpose : accelerating the transition to a carbon-free future. We have been the leader in clean energy production for more than a decade, and we are cultivating a workplace where our employees can grow, thrive, and contribute.

Our culture and employee experience make it clear : We are powered by passion and purpose. Together, we're creating healthier communities and a cleaner planet, and our people are the driving force behind our success. At Constellation, you can build a fulfilling career with opportunities to learn, grow and make an impact. By doing our best work and meeting new challenges, we can accomplish great things and help fight climate change. Join us to lead the clean energy future.

Total Rewards

Constellation offers a wide range of benefits and rewards to help our employees thrive professionally and personally. We provide competitive compensation and benefits that support both employees and their families, helping them prepare for the future. In addition to highly competitive salaries, we offer a bonus program, 401(k) with company match, employee stock purchase program comprehensive medical, dental and vision benefits, including a robust wellness program paid time off for vacation, holidays, and sick days and much more.

Expected salary range of $94,500 to $108,150 ($45.43 / hr - $52.00 / hr), varies based on experience, along with comprehensive benefits package that includes bonus and 401(k).

Location

This role is based at our Washington, D.C. plant. Working hours for the role will be 12 hour shifts including days, nights, weekends and holidays to support plant maintenance or emergency situations, as needed.

Primary Purpose of Position

We are a looking for a Control Room Operator to join our team. This person will be responsible for the safe and efficient operation of a cogeneration plant and its systems during their shift. This position is located in Washington, DC. The Combined Heat & Power (CHP) Facility consists of three Solar Mercury 50 combustion turbines, three Rentech Heat Recovery Steam Generators, one Cleaver-Brooks auxiliary boiler, and associated auxiliary equipment (compressors, pumps, etc.)

Primary Duties and Accountabilities

Monitor, record, and trend readings from the plant control system and steam generating equipment.

Monitor gas turbine control panels to ensure proper operation of turbine equipment.

Perform all required plant water chemistry analysis, adjust as necessary to maintain chemistry control within the plant specified limits.

Operate the plant in a safe and efficient manner, following all procedures, health and safety guidelines, and current operating practices.

Monitor instrumentation readings for variances from prescribed standards, adjusting as necessary to maintain proper equipment operation, and record abnormalities in the control room log.

Maintain required records including the control room logbook and lockout / tagout log.

Inspect equipment at regular intervals to identify malfunctions, repair needs, or unsafe conditions, and report issues beyond the troubleshooting or repair capabilities of shift personnel to management.

Support safety by correcting hazards such as leaks, slip hazards, or deficiencies, and by monitoring maintenance activities to ensure proper plant operation.

Perform minor maintenance, outage repairs, and equipment testing, and assist with cleanliness of plant spaces and common areas.

Train and support new employees as required.

Additional duties as assigned

Minimum Qualifications

High school Diploma or GED

DC Stationary Engineer&rsquos License (3rd Class)

5 years of power plant control room operations experience or equivalent education and experience

Strong mechanical aptitude, basic steam plant and combustion turbine knowledge

Ability to read and interpret safety rules, data, operating instructions, maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals in English

Proficiency in speaking, reading, and writing English

Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals

Demonstrated ability to follow written, oral, or diagram-based instructions using sound judgment and practical understanding

Demonstrated judgment and decision-making skills within defined procedures and practices, including use of calculations, deductive reasoning, and consultation with a supervisor

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

DC Stationary Engineer&rsquos License (1st Class)