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The Control Room Operator will run and monitor plant operations from a centralized location under the direction of the Plant Manager and Foreman. Lemon Springs Quarry Sanford, North Carolina Hours: 6 ...

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As of Jun 3, 2026, the average hourly pay for entry level control room operator in the United States is $23.15, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $18.27 and $25.48 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Entry Level Control Room Operator vs Control Room Technician?

AspectEntry Level Control Room OperatorControl Room Technician
CredentialsHigh school diploma, on-the-job trainingHigh school diploma, technical certification or associate's degree
Work EnvironmentControl rooms in power plants, manufacturing, or utilitiesSimilar control room settings, often with more technical tasks
Employer & IndustryUtilities, manufacturing, energy sectorsUtilities, industrial plants, energy facilities
Job FocusMonitoring systems, basic operations, reportingMaintaining equipment, troubleshooting, technical adjustments

While both roles operate within control rooms in similar industries, Entry Level Control Room Operators focus on monitoring and basic operations, often with minimal technical tasks. Control Room Technicians typically perform more technical maintenance and troubleshooting, requiring additional certifications or technical training. Both roles are essential for safe and efficient plant operations, but they differ in technical complexity and responsibilities.

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Control Room Operator

Control Room Operator

Martin Marietta

Sanford, NC • On-site

Full-time

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Martin Marietta Materials rating

7.3

Company rating: 7.3 out of 10

Based on 125 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

299th of 515 rated manufacturers


Job description

What to expect:

Martin Marietta is seeking a Control Person to join our team. The ideal individual will be safety-conscious, dependable, and motivated. This individual is responsible for safely and efficiently starting and regulating plant processing equipment. The Control Room Operator will run and monitor plant operations from a centralized location under the direction of the Plant Manager and Foreman.

Lemon Springs Quarry

Sanford, North Carolina

Hours: 6:30AM - 5PM, weekends as necessary

A typical day for a(n) Control Person may include:

  • Starting, monitoring, and regulating plant processing equipment within the company guidelines and safety standards

  • Adjusting equipment programming to maximize production

  • Generating work requests using maintenance planning program

  • Maintaining daily production reports and exchanges relevant information with others daily

  • Monitoring/Maintaining load out area and operates mobile equipment as needed

  • Operating other mobile and plant equipment, including skid steer, front end loader, etc. in a safe manner if needed

  • Conducting pre-shift equipment/plant inspections and completes required paperwork accurately

  • Aiding in plant operation and repairs to plant equipment

  • Maintaining housekeeping in areas of responsibility

  • Aiding in the training of co-workers as needed

  • Performing other duties as assigned by supervisor.

You may be a good fit if you:

  • Possess a High School Diploma, GED or equivalent experience to perform the responsibilities associated with this position

  • Have experience in the building materials industry (preferred

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Martin Marietta is an American-based company and a leading supplier of building materials - including aggregates, cement, ready mixed concrete and asphalt.

Industry

Coal, metals and minerals mining

Company size

10,000+ Employees

Headquarters location

Raleigh, NC, US

Year founded

1994