Control Room Operator
| Company | Invenergy |
|---|---|
| Location | Woodridge, IL, USA |
| Salary | $34.83 – $49.21 |
| Type | Full-Time |
| Degrees | Bachelor’s |
| Experience Level | Entry Level/New Grad, Junior |
Requirements
- Bachelor’s Degree in a course of study that demonstrates strong analytical and technical skills
- Or 2 years of relevant experience
- Or military service experience in positions that require communication and analytical and decision-making skills
- Eligible to work in the Unites States without the need for employer visa sponsorship now or in the future
- Must be able to work 12-hour rotating shifts, including some nights, weekends, and holidays.
Responsibilities
- Remotely monitor and operate wind, solar, and battery storage generation facilities and related plant equipment
- Promptly address turbine and inverter faults
- Manage balance of plant controls and ensure reliable facility operations: power/curtailments, voltage, reactive power, and other controls as needed
- Respond to critical alarms and situations
- Communicate and coordinate with site technicians, customers, grid operators, and third-parties
- Maintain accurate logs of communications
- Analyze data and trends, troubleshoot and diagnose issues and escalate matters to appropriate personnel
- Monitor weather at sites for safety of on-site technicians, personnel, and equipment
- Work independently or collaboratively on projects and initiatives that enhance the operations and reliability of the control center
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience with SCADA systems, preferably focused on wind or solar operations
- Experience with data monitoring software such as PI
- Experience with Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, Outlook)
- Data analysis
- Strong problem solving, critical thinking, and attention to detail
- Strong interpersonal communication skills