Control Room Operator

A little about Capital Power

Capital Power (TSX: CPX) is dedicated to Powering Change by Changing Power. This north star guides our ambitions, focus, and actions as we transform our energy system to power a lower-carbon future. We're a growth-oriented North American energy company headquartered in Edmonton, Alberta. Our team safely delivers, builds, and creates balanced energy solutions for customers across North America.

Our people are at the core of our journey to deliver reliable, affordable, and lower-carbon power solutions. We provide purpose-driven work in a safe and inclusive environment, and we live by our North Star. With us, your contributions matter – we want you to be empowered to innovate, collaborate, and ultimately drive results. We're here to partner with you so you can learn, grow, and forge a career that's meaningful to you. Join us in powering North America!

Your Opportunity

One Permanent Full Time Position.   

We are a fast-growing organization that is focused on sustainable growth, committed to a low-carbon future, and believes in innovation.

We seek an innovative and motivated individual who is eager to work as part of a Team at our Harquahala Facility!

Reporting to the Operations Manager, as the Control Room Operator, you will work as the lead of a three-person team on a 12-hour rotating shift, responsible for the safe and efficient operation of a 1092MW Combined Cycle Power Plant from the Control Room utilizing various control systems, as well as directing the operation of all plant equipment to the Power Block Operator and the Water Treatment Operator. The Operator must be able to work with others and assist in Overtime for other shifts as required.

You will contribute to our team by:

• Ensuring the safe operation of all plant equipment throughout all various operational situations. This equipment includes, but is not limited to, Gas Turbines, Steam Turbine, Generators, Heat Recovery Steam Generators, Emissions Monitoring system, Electrical systems, Compressors, motors, heaters, pumps, and all other balance of plant auxiliary equipment utilizing Turbine Control and Distributed Controls Systems.
• Monitoring equipment parameters such as temperature, pressure, levels, vibration, operating hours, and water chemistry, as well as reviewing Operator rounds, to verify operating conditions and trend operation.
• Ensuring water chemistry is within proper control ranges and adjusting as needed by controlling chemical feed and/or blowdown rates.
• Performing general housekeeping and continuous improvement of the appearance of the facility as required.
• Issuing permits, including but not limited to Lockout/Tagout, Confined Space, and Hot Work as required to authorize work.
• Utilizing the Computerized Maintenance Management System (Maximo) to enter service requests, as well as documenting the performance of assigned Preventative Maintenance.
• Communicating plant conditions, particularly when unusual or abnormal, to the Operations Manager and Lead Control Room Operator.
• Assisting with development of operations procedures and programs.
• Operating heavy equipment such as a man-lift and forklift as required.
• Assisting with junior operator training.
• Strictly adhering to all safety and environmental rules and regulations to protect employees, contractors, community, and the environment.
• Assisting with performing Root Cause Analysis of failures as required.

What you will bring to the role:  

Education:

• Completed High School Diploma required.
• Technical training related to the role is preferred. 

Experience and Skills:

• Experience as an Operator in a power plant is desired.  
• Experience as a Control Room Operator for Combined Cycle Plants is highly desirable.
• Experience in water chemistry control, analysis of water conditions, water treatment facility operations, and chemical handling requirements is preferred.
• Theoretical and practical knowledge of combustion/steam turbine operations closed system steam generation, industrial safety, hazardous waste management and inspection/recording of plant parameters is highly desirable.
• Experience with piping and instrument schematics and process control is desirable.
• Experience with Siemens units is desirable.
• Extensive working knowledge of the power plant industry is desirable.

Technical Skills:

• Solid ability to solve equipment, systems, and safety issues.
• Gas Power Plant Operation and Maintenance experience.
• Able to problem solve and troubleshoot at an expert level concerning operating issues at Gas Power Plant.
• Must be able to communicate effectively with co-workers and help foster a positive team environment.

Working Conditions:

• Heavy industrial facility designated as a safety-sensitive location.
• Physical mobility, including lifting and climbing, and ability to use PPE required.
• Rotating Shift Work required.
• Working Outside.

Additional Details:

The pay range for this position is $51 to $56 per hour.  The specific rate will depend on the successful candidate’s qualifications and prior relevant experience.

This position will remain open until a suitable candidate is found.

This position is eligible for health care benefits, retirement benefits, paid time off, and an annual bonus.

As this is a safety sensitive position, clearance of a pre-employment drug test is required, subject to applicable law.

To be considered for this role, you must be legally eligible to work in the United States of America.

The successful candidate for this position will undergo an education verification, reference checks, and criminal record check.

Capital Power employees that refer a successful candidate for this position are eligible for a $1000 Referral Reward!

We believe that creating a culture that supports employees' physical, mental, financial, and social well-being is critical to our success. That is why we provide flexible and affordability employee benefits, retirement savings, and paid time off programs. We also provide comprehensive onboarding, training, and programs supporting your career development.

Depending on the posting requirements relocation assistance may be available.

How To Apply and Next Steps

Capital Power only accepts resumes via online application at www.capitalpower.com/careers. If you choose to submit your resume by any other means, we cannot guarantee that your application will be considered for vacancies.

Applicants with disabilities who require a reasonable accommodation to complete their application can request accessible formats, communication support, or other accessibility assistance by contacting 
careers@capitalpower.com.

Capital Power is committed to providing a fair and transparent hiring process. We recognize and embrace the value of diversity and hire employees with the appropriate skills, experience and knowledge for each position.

Thank you for taking the time to apply and expressing interest in powering a sustainable future with Capital Power! We wish that we could personally respond to everyone who applies; however, it is our practice to contact only those individuals selected for interviews.