Control Operator II

Calpine, a business unit of Constellation Energy Corporation (Nasdaq: CEG), is America's largest generator of electricity from natural gas and geothermal resources with operations in competitive power markets. With 79 energy facilities in operation, Calpine’s fleet has the capacity to generate approximately 27,000 MW of electricity – enough to power approximately 27 million homes. Through wholesale power operations and its retail businesses, Calpine serves customers in 22 states and Canada. Its clean, efficient, modern and flexible fleet uses advanced technologies to generate power in a low-carbon and environmentally responsible manner.

The company was established on the premise that a strong commitment to the environment is inextricably linked to excellence in power generation and corporate responsibility. Since its founding in 1984, Calpine has led the power industry in its unwavering commitment to environmental stewardship. In addition, its renewable geothermal plants use steam generated deep below the earth's surface to produce clean, renewable electricity.

Job Summary (includes but is not limited to the following, other duties may be assigned)

Accountable for manning the power plant control room in an effort to assist the engineering team in operating and maintaining the power facility. Responsible for ongoing monitoring and safe operation of 800 MW combined cycle power plant in accordance with all safe engineering practices, including monitoring and oversight of environmental permit limits. Responsibilities include monitoring and operating performance monitoring equipment, creating and maintaining plant records, issuing lockout/tag-out permits, hot work permits and confined space entry permits. Accountable for proper implementation of lockout/tag-outs, how work permits and overall safety program and procedures for all disciples during assigned shift(s).

Based on monitoring duties, analysis and troubleshooting, initiates and/or completes work requests for maintenance and repairs. Works with plant maintenance staff and engineers to identify and troubleshoot plant equipment. Performs routine and preventative maintenance when facility conditions allow, and assists with shutdown related maintenance and repairs. Maintains the facility’s water treatment and water chemistry programs in conjunction with Water Treatment Technicians. Water treatment responsibilities include monitoring, testing and corrective action within defined parameters. Develops and maintains a variety of equipment and operational logs and other reports. Assists with identifying and implementing plant improvements and modifications including contributing to the development of operations, maintenance, safety and environmental policies and procedures. Ensures compliance with all local, State and Federal regulations and plant procedures.

Job Responsibilities

• Journey-level; specialized technical knowledge with function.


• Performs a variety of technical service/support duties that are semi-routine in nature.


• Routine and non-routine decisions with some latitude, but still subject to approval.


• With limited guidance, prioritizes and executes responsibilities effectively for a single trade, group of related tasks or functional area.


• Work periodically reviewed by others; work reflects solid performance of duties.


• Errors have small and possibly incremental impact on department or facility, and discovered in succeeding operations where work is verified or checked.


• Completes tasks and resolves problems that require an ability to recognize deviation from accepted practices.


• Resolves most questions and problems and refers only the most complex issues to higher levels.


• Works under general supervision.


• Prioritizes daily activities to complete tasks/projects assigned by others.


• May assist with orienting and training employees in moderately complex to complex areas.

Job Requirements

• High School Diploma and attendance in trade school, military service or equivalent.


• Journey-level; generally, 5 years directly related experience including applied knowledge of steam and electric power plant operations and equipment. Requires background and applied skills in at least three maintenance or technical disciplines such as engineering, mechanics, electronics, water chemistry, instrument and control and/or gas turbines.


• Strong computer skills including experience working with spreadsheets, databases, and word processing software.


• Basic certifications/licensures. Valid state driver’s license.

Salary Information

• Fixed Hourly Rate - $65.8262

Additional Calpine Information:

• Equal Opportunity Employer of Minorities, Females, Protected Veterans, and Individuals with Disabilities.


• Calpine is committed to Equal Employment Opportunity and providing reasonable accommodations to applicants with physical and/or mental disabilities. If you are interested in applying for employment and need special assistance or an accommodation to use our website or to apply for a position, please send an e-mail with your request to [email protected]. Determination on requests for reasonable accommodation are made on case-by-case basis.

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