Control Room Operator

Job Description

Control Room Operator – Combined Cycle Power Plant

Hobbs, NM
$59 per hour, matching 401K, PTO, Medical, Sick pay 
12-hour rotating shifts (days/nights, weekends & holidays)

A leading clean energy operator is seeking a Control Room Operator to support the safe, reliable operation of a combined-cycle gas turbine power plant. Reporting to the Operations Manager, this role is responsible for real-time monitoring of plant systems, alarm response, and supporting startup and shutdown activities.

This is a hands-on operations role ideal for an experienced plant operator with strong safety awareness and a solid understanding of combined-cycle power generation.

Key Responsibilities

• Monitor and operate combined-cycle plant systems from the control room.

• Respond to alarms, abnormal conditions, and system events.

• Support plant startups, shutdowns, and operational transitions.

• Maintain accurate operating logs (output, emissions, fuel, water, heat rate).

• Support maintenance activities including LOTO, troubleshooting, and work preparation.

• Promote and enforce all safety, permit-to-work, and regulatory requirements.

• Participate in emergency response and continuous improvement initiatives.

Skills & Experience

• Prior experience as a Control Room Operator or equivalent in a power generation facility (combined-cycle preferred).

• Strong knowledge of gas turbines, steam turbines, and process controls.

• Experience reading P&IDs, schematics, and operating procedures.

• Familiarity with water chemistry, chemical handling, and plant safety systems.

• Strong communication skills and ability to work rotating shifts.

Education & Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent (required).

• Technical or Associate degree preferred.

• Must be physically capable of plant work and authorized to work in the U.S.