Job Description
The Control Room Operator at Nexamp is responsible for the real-time monitoring and operation of solar, storage, and renewable energy assets in a 24/7 control room, ensuring safe, efficient, and compliant energy production while leading and training a team of operators.
Key Responsibilities
- Monitor and operate solar, storage, and utility-scale assets in real-time to ensure stable and efficient performance.
- Identify and respond to alarms, anomalies, and performance issues to maintain safe and compliant operations.
- Lead and train team members in remote troubleshooting, operational procedures, and emergency response.
- Coordinate with external entities such as ISOs and field personnel for maintenance and response to disruptions.
- Record system data, maintain logs, and generate reports to support operational analysis and compliance.
Requirements
- A 2-year degree in Electrical Technology Engineering or equivalent experience is required; a Bachelor’s degree is preferred.
- At least 2 years of relevant work experience in a generation control room or high-tempo watch-standing environment such as military, maritime, or utility sectors.
- Proficiency in SCADA systems, MS Office Suite, and digital monitoring platforms.
- Basic understanding of the Bulk Electric System, renewable power generation, and high-voltage transmission.
- Ability and availability to work rotating 12-hour shifts, 365 days a year, including nights, weekends, and holidays.
- Willingness to cover open shifts as needed and travel for training or remote site work, including occasional overnight trips.
- Willingness and ability to develop and complete an extensive in-house training program as well as NERC or ISO equivalent certification programs to pass certification exams and maintain qualifications.
- Willingness to travel to remote sites for work or training activities, including overnight trips if required.
- Strong analytical skills to interpret data and contribute to internal and external reporting.
- Demonstrated experience in effectively communicating information, ideas, and perspectives with people inside and beyond the organization.
- Experience in showcasing initiative to improve current work, processes, products, and services across the organization.
- Ability to ask appropriate questions, analyze data, identify root causes of problems, and present creative solutions.
- Expertise in building strong internal and external relationships with customers and stakeholders, instilling trust and loyalty.
- Commitment to Nexamp’s mission and a passion for solving climate crisis challenges.
- Attention to detail, pro-active troubleshooting skills, and a responsible, ownership mentality.
Benefits & Perks
Competitive compensation package with salary range from $39/hour to $42/hour
Participation in incentive programs such as annual bonuses and other performance-based incentives
Eligibility to participate in the company's stock option plan
Health, dental, and vision insurance starting day one
Flexible paid time off and holiday PTO
Commuter benefits
Cell phone reimbursement
Access to company headquarters and growing offices nationwide
Healthy snacks, coffee, and volunteer opportunities
Company outings
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