Associate ROCC Operator

About the Role

The Associate ROCC Operator is an entry-level role within the Renewable Operations Control Center (ROCC), designed for individuals eager to start a career in renewable energy operations. This position combines the core responsibilities of a Restoration Technician with foundational Engineering Operator tasks, focusing on real-time monitoring, troubleshooting, and restoration of renewable generation assets. This role offers hands-on experience with cutting-edge technologies and provides a clear career path for growth through skill development, certifications, and performance.

Key Responsibilities

• Monitoring & Control
• Monitor renewable generation assets (wind, solar, battery storage) using SCADA and other control platforms.
• Respond promptly to alarms and alerts to maintain system reliability and compliance.
• Restoration & Troubleshooting
• Execute restoration procedures for renewable assets following outages or abnormal conditions.
• Assist in diagnosing and resolving operational issues under guidance from senior operators.
• Compliance & Documentation
• Maintain accurate logs of operational activities and restoration events.
• Ensure adherence to NERC and internal regulatory requirements.
• Collaboration & Communication
• Coordinate with field technicians, engineering teams, and market operations during restoration and troubleshooting activities.
• Communicate effectively across teams to support safe and reliable operations.
• Operational Duties
• Ensure renewable generation assets operate in accordance with safety and compliance requirements.
• Maximize availability, reliability, and revenue through alarm monitoring and response.
• Coordinate market participation with internal and external schedulers, marketers, transmission operators, and balancing authorities.
• Respond to, troubleshoot, and recover from off-normal events related to substation protection and operation.
• Manage initial emergency response for safety, cyber, and environmental events.
• Plan outages and execute high voltage switching orders to support equipment maintenance.
• Perform other job-related duties as assigned.

Requirements & Tech Stack

• SCADA systems
• Renewable generation assets (wind, solar, battery storage)
• NERC compliance

Qualifications

• High School Grad / GED
• Associate degree in a technical field preferred, or equivalent experience.
• 0–2 years in power generation, renewable energy, or related technical field (internships or coursework acceptable).
• Basic understanding of electrical systems and safety practices.
• Ability to work rotating shifts, including nights, weekends, and holidays.

Preferred Qualifications

• Familiarity with SCADA systems and renewable energy technologies.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Effective communication and teamwork abilities.
• Bachelor’s in Engineering.