Control Room Operator

Job Description

Recurrent Energy is one of the world’s largest and most geographically diversified utility-scale solar and energy storage project development, ownership, and operations platforms. With an industry-leading team of in-house energy experts, we are a wholly owned subsidiary of Canadian Solar Inc. and function as Canadian Solar’s global development and power services business.

Recurrent Energy Power Services (REPS) Operations and Maintenance operates utility-scale solar plants and battery energy storage systems on five continents. With close to 5 GW contracted and under operations, REPS has developed recognized expertise in the field of solar plants and battery energy storage system operations. Engineering know-how, analytic prowess, and technical on-site skills, ensure that our clients can count on the best service for their plants.

Position Title

Control Room Operator

Department

Operations & Maintenance

Reports To

Operations Control Centre Supervisor

Description

The primary function of the Control Room Operator will be to monitor and control generation facilities in Ontario, the USA and around the globe. The individual will work closely with the System Performance Engineers and the Operations and Maintenance teams around the world, as well as with Analysts in the group.

Responsibilities

The successful applicant will be responsible for the following initiatives:

• Conduct ongoing review of PV facilities, using Canadian Solar’s proprietary Global Monitoring Platform, to detect potential issues.
• Investigate and validate system alarms.
• Assign events/alarms to local O&M teams through work order creation.
• Act as the main point of contact for Governing Bodies regarding required shutdowns, curtailment, or events affecting facility generation.
• Monitor the facilities’ CCTV security systems.
• Operate and control remotely the facilities’ SCADA systems.
• Assist with documenting and preparing operating procedures.
• Prepare reports to the governing and regulatory bodies such as NERC, police, MOE, MOL, etc.
• Ensure that all business activities are performed with the highest ethical standards and in compliance with the Canadian Solar Solution Code of Business Conduct.
• Support ISO 9001 activities.
• Adhere to all environmental, health and safety rules and policies.
• Conduct other duties as required.

Qualifications and Experience

• A post-secondary diploma in Electrical Engineering.
• Experience in a customer/supplier service environment.
• Strong work ethic, positive team attitude and able to work in a fast-paced environment.
• Understanding of PV operations would be an asset.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Available to work on a rotating schedule with 12-hour shifts, including weekends.

Note:

We embrace diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive workplace, welcoming applications from all qualified persons. We encourage Black, Indigenous, People of Colour, 2SLGBTQIA+ individuals, gender diverse people, people with diverse abilities, members of ethnic minorities and faith groups, foreign-born residents, and veterans to apply. Applicants will not be discriminated against based on race, colour, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, religion, national origin, citizenship status, ability, ancestry, marital status, veteran status, medical condition or any protected group.

Studies have shown that women and people of diverse backgrounds are less likely to apply to jobs unless they meet every single qualification in the posting. We are committed to creating an environment where we eliminate barriers and promote inclusion of equity groups. We strongly encourage applications even if you don’t believe you meet all the requirements outlined. We will do our best to respond.

The company reserves the right to change the duties and responsibilities of this position at its own discretion.

Upon individual request, Canadian Solar will endeavor to remove any barrier to the hiring process to accommodate those candidates with disabilities.

Interviews will be conducted only with qualified applicants.