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Wärtsilä

Control Room Operator

Pecos, TX · On-site

Control Room Operator We are looking for a Control Room Operator to join our Power Plant team in Pecos, Texas. What will you be doing As a Control Room Operator , you will be responsible for ...

Amrize

Control Room Operator

Florence, CO · On-site

We're seeking a Control Room Operator who's ready to put your skills to work on projects that matter - and build a career with a company that's building North America. Job Title: Control Room ...

EnergyUnited

Control Room Operator

Statesville, NC · On-site

EnergyUnited is seeking a Control Room Operator I or II to support the safe, reliable, and efficient operation of the electric distribution system. Working from our centralized control room, this ...

Amrize

Control Room Operator

Theodore, AL

We're seeking a Control Room Operator who's ready to put your skills to work on projects that matter - and build a career with a company that's building North America. Job Title: Control Room ...

Amrize

Control Room Operator

Holly Hill, SC

We're seeking a Control Room Operator who's ready to put your skills to work on projects that matter - and build a career with a company that's building North America. Job Title: Control Room ...

Danos, LLC

Control Room Operator

Mcallen, TX · On-site

Overview We are seeking a Control Room Operator to remotely monitor oil and gas production equipment from our control center in McCook, TX. This is a night shift, office-based position responsible ...

NAES Corporation

Control Room Operator

Linden, NJ · On-site

$59.50/hr

Opportunity Summary The Control Room Operator plays a critical role in ensuring the safe, efficient, and reliable operation of power plant systems. This position involves monitoring and operating ...

Contour Global

Control Room Operator

Hobbs, NM

The Control Room Operator responds to alarms and abnormal conditions, supports plant startup and shutdown activities as required, and collaborates with on-site personnel to maintain operational ...

EnergyUnited

Control Room Operator

Statesville, NC · On-site

EnergyUnited is seeking a Control Room Operator I or II to support the safe, reliable, and efficient operation of the electric distribution system. Working from our centralized control room, this ...

Danos, LLC

Control Room Operator

Mcallen, TX · On-site

Overview We are seeking a Control Room Operator to remotely monitor oil and gas production equipment from our control center in McCook, TX. This is a night shift, office-based position responsible ...

Danos, LLC

Control Room Operator

Mcallen, TX

We are seeking a Control Room Operator to remotely monitor oil and gas production equipment from our control center in McCook, TX. This is a night shift, office-based position responsible for ...

NAES Corporation

Control Room Operator

Linden, NJ

$59.50/hr

Opportunity Summary The Control Room Operator plays a critical role in ensuring the safe, efficient, and reliable operation of power plant systems. This position involves monitoring and operating ...

Drax

Control Room Operator

West Monroe, LA · On-site

Control Room Operator Full-time, Permanent On-Site Location: Bastrop, LA As a Control Room Operator, you will be responsible for the safe, efficient, and continuous operation of all relevant ...

Drax

Control Room Operator

Bastrop, LA · On-site

Control Room Operator Full-time, Permanent On-Site Location: Bastrop, LA As a Control Room Operator, you will be responsible for the safe, efficient, and continuous operation of all relevant ...

Drax

Control Room Operator

Huttig, AR · On-site

Control Room Operator Full-time, Permanent On-Site Location: Bastrop, LA As a Control Room Operator, you will be responsible for the safe, efficient, and continuous operation of all relevant ...

NAES

Control Room Operator

Linden, NJ · On-site

$59.50/hr

Opportunity Summary The Control Room Operator plays a critical role in ensuring the safe, efficient, and reliable operation of power plant systems. This position involves monitoring and operating ...

Drax

Control Room Operator

Monroe, LA · On-site

Control Room Operator Full-time, Permanent On-Site Location: Bastrop, LA As a Control Room Operator, you will be responsible for the safe, efficient, and continuous operation of all relevant ...

Drax

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Choudrant, LA · On-site

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How much do senior offshore control room operator jobs pay per hour?

As of Jul 11, 2026, the average hourly pay for senior offshore 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 Senior Offshore Control Room Operator vs Offshore Control Room Operator?

AspectSenior Offshore Control Room OperatorOffshore Control Room Operator
CertificationsTypically requires advanced certifications and extensive experienceBasic certifications and relevant training
Work EnvironmentSupervises operations, makes critical decisions, oversees teamMonitors equipment, follows procedures, reports issues
ResponsibilitiesLeadership, troubleshooting, decision-makingOperational monitoring, routine checks

The main difference between a Senior Offshore Control Room Operator and an Offshore Control Room Operator lies in experience, responsibilities, and leadership roles. The senior role involves overseeing operations and guiding teams, while the standard operator focuses on monitoring and executing routine tasks. Both roles require relevant certifications and industry experience, but the senior position demands a higher level of expertise and decision-making authority.

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Infographic showing various Senior Offshore Control Room Operator job openings in the United States as of July 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 76% Full Time, 19% Part Time, 1% Temporary, and 3% Contract. Highlights an 96% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 3% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $48,154 per year, or $23.2 per hour.

Control Room Operator

Wärtsilä

Pecos, TX • On-site

Full-time

Posted 26 days ago

Job description

Control Room Operator
We are looking for a Control Room Operator to join our Power Plant team in Pecos, Texas.
What will you be doing
As a Control Room Operator, you will be responsible for monitoring and controlling power plant systems to ensure safe, efficient, and reliable plant operations. You will play a critical role in real-time decision-making, coordinating closely with other maintenance and operations personnel to maintain continuous energy production for our engine power plant in Pecos, Texas.
The ideal candidate for this position will have at least 2 years of experience in Logistics, warehousing or supply chain management, excellent verbal and written communication skills and strong attention to detail.
As a Control Room Operator, you will focus on these responsibilities:
  • Operate, monitor, and control plant systems (e.g., SCADA/DCS) to ensure safe, reliable, and continuous energy production in accordance with operational plans.
  • Execute plant start-up, shutdown, and switching activities while responding effectively to alarms, disturbances, and emergency situations.
  • Monitor system performance, identify abnormalities, and take corrective actions in a timely manner.
  • Maintain accurate operational logs, reports, and performance records, ensuring effective shift handovers and communication.
  • Coordinate with maintenance teams to support preventive and corrective maintenance activities.
  • Ensure compliance with all safety, quality, and environmental standards and procedures.
  • Promote a safe, clean, and well-organized control room and plant environment.

To be successful in this role, we expect you to have:
  • 1+ year of experience operating in a control room within an industrial plant environment.
  • Working knowledge of SCADA, DCS, and/or PLC systems (alarms, trending, system controls).
  • Understanding of plant operations including start-up, synchronization, load management, and shutdown processes.
  • Familiarity with auxiliary systems (e.g., compressed air, cooling systems, fuel/lubrication systems, emissions control).
  • Experience using Computerized Maintenance Management Systems (CMMS), such as IBM Maximo.
  • Strong attention to detail and ability to make decisions under pressure in real-time operations.
  • Effective communication and teamwork skills.
  • Accurate record-keeping and reporting capability.
  • Technical diploma in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering (or equivalent) preferred
  • Willingness to work in shifts, including nights and weekends

Why you and us
You will be a part of a global organization with local presence and work in an exciting and dynamic working environment with highly motivated and skilled co-workers. We offer interesting and challenging work tasks, as well as personal and professional development in a great team.
If you want to be a part of this working environment and think your personal skills and qualities match the job requirements, we look forward to receiving your job application.
Last application date: 24/07/2026
Candidates for regular U.S and Puerto Rico positions must be a U.S. citizen, national, or an alien admitted as permanent resident, refugee, asylee with valid work permit or temporary resident under 8 U.S.C. 1160(a) or 1255a(1). Individuals with temporary visas such as E, F-1, H-1, H1B, H-2, L, B, J, or TN or who need sponsorship for work authorization now or in the future, are not eligible for hire.
Individuals hired for positions that require on-site customer interactions and/or in-person travel may be required to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 or other country-specific vaccinations, unless otherwise prohibited by law.Wärtsilä North America values our employees. We offer a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package. Wärtsilä North America is an EOE/AA employer.
At Wärtsilä we value, respect and embrace all our differences, and are committed to diversity, inclusion and equal employment opportunities; everyone can be their true self and succeed based on their job-relevant merits and abilities.Effective January 2025, Wartsila companies in the USA have implemented a new hybrid work model. Most employees who live within 40 miles of an office will work 2 days per week in office. This model will provide our employees the flexibility of working from home, while also providing the benefits of in-person collaboration twice a week. We will be happy to provide more information during your interview process.
Please note that according to Wärtsilä policy, voluntary consent for a security check may be required from candidates being considered for this position, depending on the applicable country.
This is Wärtsilä Wärtsilä is a global leader in innovative technologies and lifecycle solutions for the marine and energy markets. Our team of 18,300 professionals, in more than 230 locations in 77 countries, shape the decarbonisation transformation of our industries across the globe. Read more on www.wartsila.com.

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