Who We Are
As the largest private-sector power producer in the world and the nation\'s largest producer of clean and reliable energy, Constellation is focused on our purpose: lighting the way to a brilliant tomorrow for all. We have been the leader in clean energy production for more than a decade, and we are cultivating a workplace where our employees can grow, thrive, and contribute. Now integrated with Calpine, our portfolio includes 55 gigawatts of capacity from nuclear, natural gas, geothermal, hydro, wind and solar facilities, with the generating capacity to power the equivalent of 27 million homes.
Our culture and employee experience make it clear: We are powered by passion and purpose. Together, we\'re creating healthier communities and a cleaner planet, and our people are the driving force behind our success. At Constellation, you can build a fulfilling career with opportunities to learn, grow and make an impact. By doing our best work and meeting new challenges, we can accomplish great things. Join us in meeting the country\'s energy needs today and tomorrow.
Total Rewards
Constellation offers an extensive selection of benefits and rewards to help our employees thrive professionally and personally. We provide competitive compensation and a wide-range of benefits that support both employees and their families, helping them prepare for the future. In addition to highly competitive salaries, eligible employees are offered a bonus program, 401(k) with company match, employee stock purchase program comprehensive medical, dental and vision benefits, including robust wellbeing programs disability and life insurance benefits paid time off for vacation, holidays, and sick days and much more.
Expected salary range of $99,000 to $110,000, varies based on experience, along with comprehensive benefits package that includes bonus and 401(k).
Primary Purpose of Position
We are a looking for a Control Room Operator to join our team. This person will be responsible for the safe and efficient operation of a cogeneration plant and its systems during their shift. This position is located in Washington, DC. The Combined Heat & Power (CHP) Facility consists of three Solar Mercury 50 combustion turbines, three Rentech Heat Recovery Steam Generators, one Cleaver-Brooks auxiliary boiler, and associated auxiliary equipment (compressors, pumps, etc.)
Primary Duties and Accountabilities
- Monitor, record, and trend readings from the plant control system and steam generating equipment.
- Monitor gas turbine control panels to ensure proper operation of turbine equipment.
- Perform all required plant water chemistry analysis, adjust as necessary to maintain chemistry control within the plant specified limits.
- Operate the plant in a safe and efficient manner, following all procedures, health and safety guidelines, and current operating practices.
- Monitor instrumentation readings for variances from prescribed standards, adjusting as necessary to maintain proper equipment operation, and record abnormalities in the control room log.
- Maintain required records including the control room logbook and lockout/tagout log.
- Inspect equipment at regular intervals to identify malfunctions, repair needs, or unsafe conditions, and report issues beyond the troubleshooting or repair capabilities of shift personnel to management.
- Support safety by correcting hazards such as leaks, slip hazards, or deficiencies, and by monitoring maintenance activities to ensure proper plant operation.
- Perform minor maintenance, outage repairs, and equipment testing, and assist with cleanliness of plant spaces and common areas.
- Train and support new employees as required.
- Additional duties as assigned.
Minimum Qualifications
- High school Diploma or GED
- DC Stationary Engineer\'s License (3rd Class)
- 5 years of power plant control room operations experience or equivalent education and experience
- Strong mechanical aptitude, basic steam plant and combustion turbine knowledge
- Ability to read and interpret safety rules, data, operating instructions, maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals in English
- Proficiency in speaking, reading, and writing English
- Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals
- Demonstrated ability to follow written, oral, or diagram-based instructions using sound judgment and practical understanding
- Demonstrated judgment and decision-making skills within defined procedures and practices, including use of calculations, deductive reasoning, and consultation with a supervisor
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