Control Room Lead

We are currently recruiting a Control Room Lead to join our team and contribute to key projects in a dynamic and collaborative environment. This role is part of a global team working toward common goals. We operate as one company, across all locations, with shared responsibility and clear accountability.

Job Summary:

Control Room Lead – Gila Ben, Arizona

A Control Room Operator Lead is responsible for the day‑to‑day operations of the power plant control room and provides first‑line supervision to operations personnel who work shifts providing 24‑hour, 7‑day‑per‑week coverage. The standard work shift is M‑F, 9‑hour shift, day shift, but other work schedules may be required based on plant operating conditions.

• Determines or recommends actions necessary to achieve or improve plant production targets.
• Determines or recommends actions necessary to maintain or improve plant efficiency.
• Monitors, evaluates, and assures accuracy of operating logs, plant performance and field status report generation, and other required reporting.
• Assists with power plant start‑ups, shut‑downs, normal and emergency plant operations.
• Physical presence in the power plant is required.
• Directs the activity of assigned on‑duty personnel.
• Assures consistent application of, and compliance with, company policies, administrative, operating and safety procedures.
• Maintains and updates all operations procedures and check sheets to ensure safe and reliable operations.
• Understands and operates facility to maintain all compliance requirements, notifying supervisor/manager or appropriate agency if compliance exceedance occurs.
• When required, assumes responsibilities of on‑Shift Supervisor or CRO.

• Maintains and controls Work Permit/LOTO station to verify equipment being worked on has been put in safe conditions for work by maintenance or contractors.
• Assumes control of the power plant as necessary or in the event no qualified personnel are reasonably available to perform the assignment.
• May require working night shift to cover open positions.
• Assures that control rooms and other assigned areas are kept clean, orderly, and organized.
• Interviews and recommends selection of potential candidates for filling open assigned operations positions.
• Completes assigned training requirements.
• Works closely with APS GCC and Day Ahead to ensure accurate forecasts are provided and communicates any changes in plant production.
• Coordinates, accommodates, or directs the activity of maintenance personnel, subcontractors, consultants, or others within the power plant perimeter or when such activities affect plant operation.
• Performs other duties as required.

Minimum five years’ experience as a power plant Control Room operator or equivalent position in an operating or generating plant. Good working knowledge of power plant instrumentation and controls, including routine maintenance.

• Ability to carry out assignments with a minimum of instructions or supervision.
• Good organizational skills.
• Ability to perform arithmetic calculations.
• Ability to read, interpret and retrieve information from technical manuals.
• Ability to read, interpret and retrieve information from engineering drawings.
• Ability to use logical and divergent reasoning to solve problems.
• Ability to work safely and effectively with others.
• Ability to train operations personnel.
• Good working knowledge of most maintenance procedures.

• Perform light physical work, exerting up to 10 pounds of force on a frequent basis, and 20 pounds of force on an occasional basis.
• Perform tasks requiring manual dexterity (e.g., keyboard and ten‑key device operation) and activities such as grasping, lifting, reaching, crouching, standing, walking, running, climbing, stooping, kneeling, pulling, sitting, and repetitive tasks.
• Discern assorted colors.

Works in a remote office environment. Potential exposure to hot, cold, sudden change of temperature, dry, wet, dusty, dirty, quiet, noisy conditions and working alone or with others. Potential hazards include CTS, minor cuts, falls, eyesight and hearing impairment. Safety critical position.

We believe in a culture of trust, shared goals, and accountability. No matter where you are based, you are part of one team working toward the same mission.