PIC Group, Inc.

Control Room Operator

LocationChapel Hill, NC
Job Typefull_time

About This Job

At PIC Group, Inc., our emphasis is on excellence. We recruit the strongest candidates in the power generation industry. As a global service provider, we continually seek talented individuals.

Title: Control Room Operator

Position Type: Contract

Location: Raleigh, NC

Reports to: Operations Superintendent

Status: Non-Exempt

Key Project Requirements

5+ years of experience operating coal-fired power plant systems
Prior control room experience in a cogeneration or utility-scale power facility
Familiarity with emissions monitoring and regulatory compliance requirements
Strong understanding of lockout/tagout (LOTO) procedures and power plant safety protocols

Job Summary

PIC Group is seeking an experienced Control Room Operator to support operations at a cogeneration facility located near Raleigh, NC. Reporting to the Operations Superintendent, the Control Room Operator is responsible for safely operating plant systems from within the control room, ensuring efficient generation, compliance with environmental regulations, and reliable service to campus systems. This role plays a key part in shift operations and plant performance.

Essential Duties And Responsibilities

Safely operate and monitor all plant systems and equipment from the control room, including turbine generators, boilers, pumps, and auxiliaries
Start up, shut down, and adjust plant equipment according to standard operating procedures and shift instructions
Communicate with dispatch or load control to meet power and steam demand per operational agreements
Record and analyze system operating parameters; take corrective actions as needed to maintain plant stability
Respond to alarms and abnormal conditions; troubleshoot and restore systems to normal operations
Coordinate equipment isolation and lockout/tagout for maintenance work
Monitor environmental control systems and ensure emissions remain within permitted limits
Maintain accurate shift logs, operations data, and communication with plant staff


Job Requirements

Proven experience operating coal-fired power plant systems; hands-on knowledge of combustion, fuel handling, and ash removal systems
Prior experience working in a cogeneration facility, with an understanding of combined heat and power (CHP) operations
Ability to read and interpret P&IDs, SOPs, technical manuals, and system schematics
Proficient in troubleshooting mechanical, electrical, and instrumentation systems
Demonstrated ability to respond to abnormal plant conditions and make sound decisions under pressure
Familiarity with environmental regulations and continuous emissions monitoring systems (CEMS)


Physical Requirements

Ability to walk, reach, climb, stoop, and lift (up to 75 pounds)
Ability to work in high-temperature, loud, or confined-space environments typical of power plants


Education / Experience

High school diploma required.
5+ years experience operating coal-fired or cogeneration power plants

PIC Group, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We offer competitive wages and benefits. We seek out and employ talented individuals who meet the qualifications for each position. Due to the large number of responses we receive to our postings, only those applicants with the required experience and qualifications will be contacted.

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