What are the responsibilities and job description for the Control Operator - Topaz position at Berkshire Hathaway Energy?
Job Description
Responsible for the safe, proper and efficient operation of the assigned power plants and processes from the control room. Monitors plant performance and takes corrective action based upon independent judgment of alarms received. Coordinates activities and directs field / outside operators and others in the plant. All duties are performed in accordance with approved procedures, guidelines and operating directives in effect. Assists in coordinating, directing and training the assigned crew. Work is performed with minimal supervision and direction from the general manager.
Responsibilities
Monitor plant SCADA data and telemetry. Respond to alarms, communication, and telemetry issues. Generate work orders when defects or adverse symptoms occur. (40%)
Collaborate with onsite plant operations and interconnect entities to coordinate activities and interaction with scheduling, marketing, and reporting (10%)
Responsible for recording and maintaining control room records; i.e., logs, reading sheets, pertinent data, observations and trends regarding normal and transient operation. Responsible for ensuring facility reports are timely, accurate and complete. (10%)
Provide technical assistance in equipment diagnosis and problem solving as directed by the operations supervisor or operations manager. Coordinate causality control measures during plant upset conditions, including containment, control and corrective actions. (10%)
Create work orders, close and audit work orders while prioritizing work. Work closely with maintenance to establish priorities necessary to maintain plant reliability. (10%)
Responsible for overseeing and issues equipment LOTO, confined space permits and switching control. (10%)
Communicate to scheduling coordinator outages, testing scheduling, telemetry issues, communication issues, production during communication issues, outage resolutions (5%)
Perform any additional responsibilities as requested or assigned. (5%)
Qualifications
Associate's or technical degree; relevant certification or equivalent work experience. (Typically three years of related, progressive work experience would be needed for candidates applying for this position who do not possess an associate or technical degree.) Knowledge of personal computer software applications, including spreadsheet, word processing and database.
Three or more years power plant operation experience including full competency in outside operator job duties and distributed control systems experience; solar experience preferred.
Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions and procedure manuals. Ability to write routine reports and correspondence accurately. Ability to speak effectively, use acceptable telephone and radio etiquette necessary to communicate needed plant responses.
Ability to apply concepts of basic algebra and geometry. Ability to compute rate, ratio, percentage, draw and interpret bar graphs.
Effective analytical and problem-solving skills. Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts and draw valid conclusions. Ability to interpret and extensive variety of technical instructions in a mathematical or diagram form and deal with several abstract and concrete variables.
Effective oral and written communication skills.
Proficient computer skills using MS Excel, MS Word and Outlook
Ability to prioritize and handle multiple tasks and projects concurrently.
At BHE Renewables, LLC we celebrate diversity, equity, and inclusion. BHE Renewables, LLC is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion or religious creed, age, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status (except as required by law), gender (including gender identity and expression), sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, genetic information, physical or mental disability, medical condition, veteran or military status, familial or parental status, marital status or any other category protected by applicable local, state or U.S. federal law.
About Us
BHE Renewables owns interests in several independent power projects in the U.S. BHE Renewables owns solar, wind, geothermal, hydro and natural gas projects that largely sell their output to regulated utilities. The company's portfolio includes projects and assets in Arizona, California, Hawaii, Illinois, Iowa, Kansas, Minnesota, Nebraska, New York and Texas. BHE Renewables is building a first-of-its-kind solar-powered microgrid that will be the start of an aerospace manufacturing hub in West Virginia.
About the Team
At BHE Renewables, we celebrate diversity, equity and inclusion. BHE Renewables is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion or religious creed, age, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status (except as required by law), gender (including gender identity and expression), sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, genetic information, physical or mental disability, medical condition, veteran or military status, familial or parental status, marital status or any other category protected by applicable local, state or U.S. federal law.
