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Temporary Control Room Operator Jobs in Chicago, IL

Exelon

Trans System Operator I

Lombard, IL · On-site

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Perform assigned tasks as directed such as initiating work requests for equipment problems, tracking customer outages, updating control room maps, etc. * Maintain operating log, interruption reports ...

Constellation Energy

Senior Reactor Operator

Crest Hill, IL · On-site

$159K - $191K/yr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

... control room. They will also be trained to directly supervise bargaining unit reactor operators and equipment operators generally. Primary Duties and Accountabilities * Attend Initial License ...

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How much do temporary control room operator jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 15, 2026, the average hourly pay for temporary control room operator in Chicago, IL is $23.85, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $18.80 and $26.25 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Temporary Control Room Operator vs Control Room Operator?

AspectTemporary Control Room OperatorControl Room Operator
CredentialsTypically requires a high school diploma and relevant safety or operational certificationsSame as temporary, often with additional experience or certifications
Work EnvironmentShort-term assignments in industrial, power plants, or manufacturing facilitiesFull-time, ongoing roles in similar environments
Employer & IndustryTemporary staffing agencies, industrial plants, energy sectorsPermanent positions within the same industries
Search & ComparisonOften compared for flexibility, temporary vs permanent rolesCompared for career progression and stability

The main difference between a Temporary Control Room Operator and a Control Room Operator lies in employment duration and job stability. Temporary operators are hired for short-term projects or seasonal needs, while control room operators in permanent roles have ongoing employment. Both roles require similar credentials and work in comparable environments, but the temporary position offers more flexibility and less job security.

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Infographic showing various Temporary Control Room Operator job openings in Chicago, IL as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 73% Full Time, 18% Part Time, and 9% Nights. Highlights an 100% In-person job distribution, with an average salary of $49,606 per year, or $23.8 per hour.

Travel Nurse RN - OR - Operating Room

TNAA TotalMed RN

Oak Lawn, IL • On-site

Contractor

Medical, Dental, Vision, Retirement

Posted 4 days ago

Job description

TNAA TotalMed RN is seeking a travel nurse RN OR - Operating Room for a travel nursing job in Oak Lawn, Illinois.

Job Description & Requirements
  • Specialty: OR - Operating Room
  • Discipline: RN
  • Start Date: 08/31/2026
  • Duration: 13 weeks
  • 40 hours per week
  • Shift: 10 hours, days
  • Employment Type: Travel

We're looking for Operating Room RNs for an immediate travel nurse opening in Oak Lawn, IL. The right RN should have 1-2 years recent acute care experience as a circulating nurse, and/or scrub nurse, and potentially RN first assistant. Read below for more requirements. 
As an OR Travel Nurse, you will assist physicians and medical staff in caring for surgical patients, as well as providing pre- and post-surgery care and education to the patient. Circulating OR Nurses work within the operating suite but outside of the sterile field; Scrub OR Nurses handle and prepare operating instruments and equipment within the sterile field. Surgery responsibilities may include preparing instruments for specific surgical procedures, monitoring and observing the patient during surgery, and responding to potential complications alongside the physician. 
As an OR Travel Nurse, you should be prepared to perform the following tasks:

  • Provide basic bedside care.
  • Prepare, administer and record prescribed medication, reporting any adverse reactions to treatment.
  • Serve as the communication liaison between patients' family members and members of the operating team.
  • Ensure that the correct procedure(s) is being performed on the correct patient.
  • Initiate patient education plan as prescribed by physician; teach patients and families how to manage medication and home care needs.

Additional duties for Circulating OR Nurses may include:

  • Responding to comfort and safety needs of patient.
  • Accurate care and handling of specimens.
  • Monitoring equipment used during surgery.
  • Inventory of surgical items pre- and post-procedure.

Additional duties for Scrub OR Nurses may include:

  • Selection and handling of surgical instruments and supplies during procedures.
  • Inventory of surgical items pre- and post-procedure.

Additional duties for RN First Assistant may include:

  • Assist physicians by delivering direct surgical care.
  • Help control bleeding.
  • Suture patients following surgery.

OR Travel Nurses should be able to stand and walk for long periods of time, as well as bend, lean and stoop without difficulty. RNs should be able to easily lift 20 pounds. Moving or lifting of patients may require lifting of up to 50 pounds at times. RNs may face hazards from exposure to certain chemicals or infectious diseases in the operating room environment.


Requirements*: BLS, ACLS, 2 Years
* Additional certifications may be required before beginning an assignment.

TotalMed Travel Job ID #1471675. Pay package is based on 10 hour shifts and 40 hours per week (subject to confirmation) with tax-free stipend amount to be determined. Posted job title: Operating Room - OR RN - Travel Nurse

About TNAA TotalMed RN

TotalMed is a Top Ten, travel nursing and healthcare staffing agency with the mission of igniting purpose in healthcare. The organization staffs nurses, therapists, pharmacists, and other clinicians of all specialties in all 50 states. They offer local and travel jobs and match caregivers with the right organization to assist both facilities and patients. As an organization, they focus on putting highly-skilled staff into facilities to ensure adequate staffing for a better patient experience.


TotalMed specializes in recruiting and placing healthcare professionals in travel, PRN, and permanent positions across the country in Nursing and Allied Health. Throughout 2020, the organization filled roles at even the most short-staffed facilities during the most challenging time in healthcare. By matching the right travel healthcare professional with the right organization, TotalMed continues to offer a lifeline to facilities and their patients.

Benefits
  • Weekly pay
  • Guaranteed Hours
  • Continuing Education
  • 401k retirement plan
  • Sick pay
  • Wellness and fitness programs
  • Referral bonus
  • Employee assistance programs
  • Medical benefits
  • Dental benefits
  • Vision benefits
  • Benefits start day 1

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