Control Room Operator

Location: Tonopah

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The Control Room Operator reports to and implements the directives of the O&M Manager. The Control Room Operator is responsible for all operational aspects of the plant during his shift, including personnel and equipment safety. The Control Room Operator ensures safe and efficient start-up, operation, and shutdown of the solar receiver, steam generator, steam turbine generator, and balance of plant equipment from inside the control room.

The position reports to the Shift Supervisor. The Control Room Operator fosters a team spirit by coordinating Solar Field Department activities. The Control Room Operator also performs any other tasks or assignments delegated by the Plant Manager or as determined by the needs of the company.

ESSSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

* Perform safe and efficient operation of the receiver, steam generator, steam turbine generator, and related auxiliary systems from the control room using the plant's Distributive Control System (DCS) and other available controls and indications.

* Coordinate with Load Dispatcher to maintain plant MW output as directed and in accordance with the Power Purchase Agreement.

* Perform start-up, operation, and shutdown of equipment, systems, and the plant in accordance with approved plant procedures.

* Monitor and record plant operating parameters inside the control room; make adjustments as required to maintain safe and efficient operation of the plant.

* Upon detecting faulty equipment operation, diagnose the cause then take proper action to restore the equipment and plant to a safe condition. This includes stopping equipment and switching to standby equipment if required and available.

* Monitor plant air and water emissions and take steps to maintain within acceptable limits. Immediately notify Shift Supervisor of abnormal situations, including those that may result in violation of regulatory requirements.

* Direct the actions of the Auxiliary Operator as required to start-up, operate, shutdown, and respond to abnormal situations from outside the control room.

* Provide periodic reports to the Shift Supervisor regarding plant status.

* Observe, report, troubleshoot, and correct situations that are likely to develop into operational problems or safety hazards.

* Report and respond to chemical spills and leaks in accordance with plant emergency response plans.

* Monitor and operate equipment circuit breakers and switches as required for safe and efficient operation of the plant. This includes opening, locking, and tagging for isolation and maintenance.

* Monitor, maintain, and verify proper chemistry control of steam generator water, feedwater, cooling water, condensate, condensate makeup, and wastewater.

* Obtain thorough turnover from Control Room Operator being relieved, including special orders and unusual operating conditions. Review operating logs and inspect plant controls and indications.

* Give thorough turnover to the relieving Control Room Operator for special orders and unusual operating conditions.

* Perform tests on critical safety systems, as directed, including lube oil pumps, turbine valves, turbine system trips, boiler trips and per missives.

* Test and operate plant fire and chemical safety equipment as directed.

* Perform and direct equipment isolation in accordance with plant lockout/tagout procedures.

* Maintain work area in a clean, orderly condition.

* Participate in scheduled safety meetings and training.

* Assist in training of subordinate personnel.

* Perform minor maintenance as directed during scheduled and unscheduled maintenance periods.

* Safely operate vehicles on-site as required.

* Perform other duties as assigned by the Shift Supervisor.

* Perform routine maintenance when…