Combined Cycle Control Room Operator - Combined Cycle Expert
Direct Hire Opportunity, Full Time, W-2 Only
Onsite in Pointe Celeste, LA (Braithwatite)
*If COMBINED CYCLE experience AND Plant Configuarion Details are NOT LISTED, RESUME WILL BE REJECTED*
*TWIC CARD WILL BE REQUIRED*
*UNABLE TO PROVIDE SPONSORSHIP*
Our LNG client is looking for a DCS Operator to perform operating activities from the control room as it relates to the safe and effective operation of the LNG Facility. Works with all facility operations personnel, Supervisors, Managers and Directors within the to manage and optimize the power plant.
Responsibilities:
- From the Control Room DCS, operates the Power Plant in compliance with all company EH&S policies, understanding operating and permit limits to ensure regulatory compliance while maintaining maximum reliability and efficiency. Reports EH&S concerns, problems, and incidents.
- Ensure that systems are in place and operable for effective emergency response and be responsible for first line incident control. Ensure all EH&S documentation is completed.
- Assist with the pre-commissioning, commissioning, startup, and initial operation of the LNG Facility Power. This will include being a vital member of the integrated commissioning / start-up team(s) with the EPC contractor
- Serves as the focal point for power operations activities on shift via DCS and directing the activities of the plant operator. Communicates process changes that will affect upstream facilities or other personnel and provides feedback on how changes will affect the facility.
- Controls the process within the operating envelope and according to established procedures to ensure maximum reliability for LNG production plan and product specifications are met and actively monitors the process throughout the shift to ensure consistent reliable operations.
- Troubleshoots process problems and deviations from normal operations. Reacts to process upsets and emergencies according to procedure.
- Controls the power process to balance safe production, equipment reliability, and operating costs while staying within environmental limits.
- Monitor and control operational coordination and interconnection of Power and LNG process to maximize reliability and production.
- Leading the training program as a mentor, providing the trainee with meaningful job assignments, on the job training, and progress monitoring.
- Provide technical support to problem solving activities during the shift and ensure reliability issues are identified and properly communicated to the appropriate departments.
- Participates in Operating Procedure and Manual development process.
Qualifications:
- Associates Degree, Military training or equivalent experience preferred.
- 8+ yrs experience in industrial operations.
- 4+ yrs as a DCS Operator, Control Room Operator (CRO) in operations of CCGTs.
- Experience with GE 7EA, HRSG and A200 steam turbine preferred.
- Commissioning, startup and operations in Oil & Gas, petrochemical, Independent Power Producer (IPP) or Cogeneration facility experience desired.
- Strong leadership and administrative abilities are required.
- Sensitivity to safety issues in a hazardous environment.
- Exceptional written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills.
- Organized planning skills, able to manage multiple activities and programs in timely fashion and with a high degree of accuracy, able to meet work deadlines.
- Exceptional problem solving and analytical skills.
- Computer knowledge including Microsoft Office Suite including Word, Excel, Access, Project and PowerPoint.
- Must maintain a Transportation Worker Identification Credential (TWIC) card in good standing status.
- Required to pass regularly scheduled physical examinations mandated by regulatory authorities.
- Required to obtain mandated certification by attending Company-sponsored training in basic first aid, CPR, AED & LNG firefighting.
Work Conditions:
- Job is performed in an industrial plant environment.
- Subject to drug/alcohol testing, per applicable federal regulations or as required by Client.
- Often required to stand, walk, sit, climb stairs, work at height above ground on stairs and catwalks, balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, talk or hear, smell, type and write.
- Must be able to board a ship via a gangway, climb to the top of a tank (200+ steps), scale vertical steel ladder up to forty feet or more in height and lift and move objects weighting up to 30 pounds.
- While performing the duties of this job, the employee will work indoors & outdoors, and be exposed to year-around weather conditions, ocean environment, and noise. There is a considerable amount of outdoor activities involved.
- Specific vision abilities required include close vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and the ability to adjust focus.
- Reasonable accommodation will be made to ensure that the essential functions of the job can be performed and not hinder the employee's performance due to physical, mental or emotional disability.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, age, ancestry, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, disability, medical condition, genetic information, pregnancy, or military or veteran status. We consider all qualified applicants, including those with criminal histories, in a manner consistent with state and local laws, including the California Fair Chance Act, City of Los Angeles' Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, and Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance. To the extent our customers require a background check for certain positions, the Company faces a significant risk to its business operations and business reputation unless a review of criminal history is conducted for those specific job positions.
