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Control Room Operator jobs are open across energy, utilities, manufacturing, and chemical processing, at every level from entry-level to senior and lead, with specializations in SCADA operations, process control, and dispatch coordination. See the openings below and apply to the ones that match your experience.
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Amentum is seeking Boiler/Turbine Control Room Operator for our highly complex, critical environment, pharmaceutical powerhouse team in Groton, CT!
To ensure 24/7 coverage, these positions will work 12-hour rotating shifts on the “Dupont Schedule”.
You’re a Boiler/Turbine Control Room Operator that provides a level of expertise in the operation, lineup, troubleshooting and performing preventive maintenance on all utilities plant equipment. Utilities equipment includes but is not limited to: High Pressure Boilers, Steam/Gas Turbine Generators, Industrial Chillers including their related control systems and associated auxiliary equipment.
As a Boiler/Turbine Operator you will be responsible for:
- Operating three dual fuel 600 psig industrial steam boilers, and associated site distribution via Delta V DCS system
- Operating a Gas Turbine and Waste Heat Recovery Steam Generator
- Power generation and distribution as well as parallel/islanding operation
- Distributing generated nitrogen as well as bulk delivery storage
- Managing return condensate/steam trap systems and ancillaries
- Making equipment rounds, testing chemistry, collecting data and making minor equipment repairs
- Acting as 1st response to alarm conditions including escalation where appropriate
- Taking corrective action for abnormal events or system failures
- Keeping logs and recording retention for systems including regulatory requirements maintaining system performance within permitted levels (air, water, basin discharge)
- Pursuing a continuous improvement process and training as required for further growth as a powerplant Operator
Minimum Requirements
- High school or equivalent
- CT state OE2 license or the ability to obtain one within one year
- 5 years of technical experience in any skilled trade including operating and maintaining chilled water systems in a large commercial or industrial environment or demonstrated equivalent combination of education and or experience. Including 1 year of experience in the operation of building management systems and chilled water generation and distribution.
- Ability to obtain a security access badge at our client’s location.
- Must be willing to work overtime as assigned, holidays, various shifts, weekends, and alternative work schedules.
- This position may require a valid Driver’s License.
- This position does not include sponsorship for United States work authorization.
Physical Requirements:
- Requires the ability to regularly lift up to 50 lbs.
- Requires the ability to stand for prolonged periods and walk extensively throughout the facility during shift.
- Requires the flexibility to bend/stoop, squat, twist, crawl, and climb repetitive during shift.
- Requires the ability to regularly kneel, work in cramped or confined spaces, or assume uncomfortable or tiring body positions repetitive for shift.
- Requires the ability to move in a 90-degree fashion on a repetitive basis for shift.
- Requires the ability to stretch/reach on a repetitive basis for shift.
- Requires the ability to regularly climb extension ladders, roof ladder, stepladders, stairs, or scaffolding at least 10 times during shift.
- Requires the ability to work at an accelerated pace in emergency conditions, as needed.
- Requires the use of a Company/Client approved utility knife.
- Requires the ability to differentiate colors pertaining to wire color-coding.
- Some tasks will require repetitive wrist movement.
- Requires the ability to interact with all clients in a professional and friendly manner despite periods of stress.
- Wear steel toe safety shoes, safety glasses, gloves, hard hats and other Personal Protective Equipment as needed.
- Cope with demands (stressors) that are associated with the job and/or the work environment so that acceptable levels of performance and overall contribution are maintained.
Preferred Requirements
- Technical degree preferred.
- Ability to read and understand repair manuals, specifications, drawings, and schematic diagrams.
- Experience working with heavy industrial or manufacturing plant steam systems, centrifugal chillers, air handling units, cooling towers, air compressors, air dryers, heat exchangers, exhaust systems, pneumatic controls, and building automation control systems.
- Experience using a Computerized Maintenance Management System (CMMS); EAMS experience is a plus.
- Experience interpreting a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
Compensation Details:
34-38
The compensation range or hourly rate listed for this position is provided as a good-faith estimate of what the company intends to offer for this role at the time this posting was issued. Actual compensation may vary based on factors such as job responsibilities, education, experience, skills, internal equity, market data, applicable collective bargaining agreements, and relevant laws.
Benefits Overview:
Our health and welfare benefits are designed to support you and your priorities. Offerings include:
Health, dental, and vision insurance
Paid time off and holidays
Retirement benefits (including 401(k) matching)
Educational reimbursement
Parental leave
Employee stock purchase plan
Tax-saving options
Disability and life insurance
Pet insurance
Note: Benefits may vary based on employment type, location, and applicable agreements. Positions governed by a Collective Bargaining Agreement (CBA), the McNamara-O'Hara Service Contract Act (SCA), or other employment contracts may include different provisions/benefits.
Original Posting:
11/10/2026 - Until FilledAmentum anticipates this job requisition will remain open for at least three days, with a closing date no earlier than three days after the original posting. This timeline may change based on business needs.
Amentum is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. Our hiring practices provide equal opportunity for employment without regard to race, sex, sexual orientation, pregnancy (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, or medical conditions related to pregnancy, childbirth, or breastfeeding), age, ancestry, United States military or veteran status, color, religion, creed, marital or domestic partner status, medical condition, genetic information, national origin, citizenship status, low-income status, or mental or physical disability so long as the essential functions of the job can be performed with or without reasonable accommodation, or any other protected category under federal, state, or local law. Learn more about your rights under Federal laws and supplemental language at Labor Laws Posters.
Amentum is seeking Boiler/Turbine Control Room Operator for our highly complex, critical environment, pharmaceutical powerhouse team in Groton, CT!
To ensure 24/7 coverage, these positions will work 12-hour rotating shifts on the “Dupont Schedule”.
You’re a Boiler/Turbine Control Room Operator that provides a level of expertise in the operation, lineup, troubleshooting and performing preventive maintenance on all utilities plant equipment. Utilities equipment includes but is not limited to: High Pressure Boilers, Steam/Gas Turbine Generators, Industrial Chillers including their related control systems and associated auxiliary equipment.
As a Boiler/Turbine Operator you will be responsible for:
- Operating three dual fuel 600 psig industrial steam boilers, and associated site distribution via Delta V DCS system
- Operating a Gas Turbine and Waste Heat Recovery Steam Generator
- Power generation and distribution as well as parallel/islanding operation
- Distributing generated nitrogen as well as bulk delivery storage
- Managing return condensate/steam trap systems and ancillaries
- Making equipment rounds, testing chemistry, collecting data and making minor equipment repairs
- Acting as 1st response to alarm conditions including escalation where appropriate
- Taking corrective action for abnormal events or system failures
- Keeping logs and recording retention for systems including regulatory requirements maintaining system performance within permitted levels (air, water, basin discharge)
- Pursuing a continuous improvement process and training as required for further growth as a powerplant Operator
Minimum Requirements
- High school or equivalent
- CT state OE2 license or the ability to obtain one within one year
- 5 years of technical experience in any skilled trade including operating and maintaining chilled water systems in a large commercial or industrial environment or demonstrated equivalent combination of education and or experience. Including 1 year of experience in the operation of building management systems and chilled water generation and distribution.
- Ability to obtain a security access badge at our client’s location.
- Must be willing to work overtime as assigned, holidays, various shifts, weekends, and alternative work schedules.
- This position may require a valid Driver’s License.
- This position does not include sponsorship for United States work authorization.
Physical Requirements:
- Requires the ability to regularly lift up to 50 lbs.
- Requires the ability to stand for prolonged periods and walk extensively throughout the facility during shift.
- Requires the flexibility to bend/stoop, squat, twist, crawl, and climb repetitive during shift.
- Requires the ability to regularly kneel, work in cramped or confined spaces, or assume uncomfortable or tiring body positions repetitive for shift.
- Requires the ability to move in a 90-degree fashion on a repetitive basis for shift.
- Requires the ability to stretch/reach on a repetitive basis for shift.
- Requires the ability to regularly climb extension ladders, roof ladder, stepladders, stairs, or scaffolding at least 10 times during shift.
- Requires the ability to work at an accelerated pace in emergency conditions, as needed.
- Requires the use of a Company/Client approved utility knife.
- Requires the ability to differentiate colors pertaining to wire color-coding.
- Some tasks will require repetitive wrist movement.
- Requires the ability to interact with all clients in a professional and friendly manner despite periods of stress.
- Wear steel toe safety shoes, safety glasses, gloves, hard hats and other Personal Protective Equipment as needed.
- Cope with demands (stressors) that are associated with the job and/or the work environment so that acceptable levels of performance and overall contribution are maintained.
Preferred Requirements
- Technical degree preferred.
- Ability to read and understand repair manuals, specifications, drawings, and schematic diagrams.
- Experience working with heavy industrial or manufacturing plant steam systems, centrifugal chillers, air handling units, cooling towers, air compressors, air dryers, heat exchangers, exhaust systems, pneumatic controls, and building automation control systems.
- Experience using a Computerized Maintenance Management System (CMMS); EAMS experience is a plus.
- Experience interpreting a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
Compensation Details:
34-38
The compensation range or hourly rate listed for this position is provided as a good-faith estimate of what the company intends to offer for this role at the time this posting was issued. Actual compensation may vary based on factors such as job responsibilities, education, experience, skills, internal equity, market data, applicable collective bargaining agreements, and relevant laws.
Benefits Overview:
Our health and welfare benefits are designed to support you and your priorities. Offerings include:
Health, dental, and vision insurance
Paid time off and holidays
Retirement benefits (including 401(k) matching)
Educational reimbursement
Parental leave
Employee stock purchase plan
Tax-saving options
Disability and life insurance
Pet insurance
Note: Benefits may vary based on employment type, location, and applicable agreements. Positions governed by a Collective Bargaining Agreement (CBA), the McNamara-O'Hara Service Contract Act (SCA), or other employment contracts may include different provisions/benefits.
Original Posting:
11/10/2026 - Until FilledAmentum anticipates this job requisition will remain open for at least three days, with a closing date no earlier than three days after the original posting. This timeline may change based on business needs.
Amentum is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. Our hiring practices provide equal opportunity for employment without regard to race, sex, sexual orientation, pregnancy (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, or medical conditions related to pregnancy, childbirth, or breastfeeding), age, ancestry, United States military or veteran status, color, religion, creed, marital or domestic partner status, medical condition, genetic information, national origin, citizenship status, low-income status, or mental or physical disability so long as the essential functions of the job can be performed with or without reasonable accommodation, or any other protected category under federal, state, or local law. Learn more about your rights under Federal laws and supplemental language at Labor Laws Posters.
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Who's Hiring
Top Industries Hiring
- Energy
What Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in control room operator jobs.
- Experience operating a distributed control system or SCADA platform in an industrial environment
- Ability to monitor multiple process variables simultaneously and respond to alarms accurately
- High school diploma or GED required, with associate or technical degree preferred
- Availability for rotating shifts including nights, weekends, and holidays
- HAZWOPER certification or willingness to obtain it within a specified timeframe
- Strong written and verbal communication skills for shift handover and incident documentation
Tips for Your Control Room Operator Job Search
Tailor your resume to alarm management
Hiring managers for control room roles scan for alarm handling experience before anything else. List the specific DCS or SCADA platforms you have operated, the number of process variables you monitored, and any alarm rationalization projects you contributed to.
Highlight your shift and certification history
Many postings require rotating shift availability and certifications like HAZWOPER or a state boiler operator license. Call these out near the top of your resume so screeners confirm your eligibility without digging through bullet points.
Apply early to roles that fit
Migrate Mate lists control room operator openings from across the United States in one place, so you can find roles that match your experience and apply directly to each listing without jumping between sites.
Filter openings by industry and process type
Experience in a gas compression control room does not automatically transfer to a water treatment facility. Search by industry first, then confirm the posting mentions the process type and control system that matches your background before applying.
Prepare for scenario-based technical interviews
Expect interviewers to walk you through an abnormal process condition and ask what actions you take, in what order, and who you notify. Practice talking through a real incident from your work history using a clear sequence of steps.
Negotiate shift differentials and overtime terms
Base pay for control room positions rarely reflects total compensation. Before accepting an offer, confirm the overnight and weekend differential rates, how overtime is calculated, and whether on-call callbacks are paid separately.
Control Room Operator Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
Which companies are hiring the most control room operators?
Walmart, Xcel Energy, and Brookfield Renewable are hiring the most control room operators right now, with openings concentrated in Massachusetts, Ohio, and Minnesota, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Activity tends to be highest in energy production, pipeline operations, and large-scale manufacturing facilities.
How many control room operator jobs are remote?
About 0% of control room operator openings are fully remote or hybrid as of November 2026, reflecting the hands-on monitoring nature of most positions. The sub-areas with the most remote flexibility tend to be dispatch coordination and remote SCADA monitoring roles where operators oversee automated systems from an off-site location.
How do you become a control room operator?
Start by completing a high school diploma and pursuing a technical degree or vocational training in process technology, instrumentation, or industrial operations. Gain hands-on experience through entry-level plant or utility roles, learn a DCS or SCADA platform on the job, and obtain relevant certifications such as HAZWOPER. Many operators advance from field technician or equipment operator positions after demonstrating reliable performance and system knowledge.
Can you get hired as a control room operator with little experience?
Yes, some employers hire candidates with no direct control room experience if they have a process technology degree, military operations background, or strong field technician experience with the same equipment. Targeting facilities that run structured operator-in-training programs gives you the best path in, since those employers expect to build your console skills from the ground up over a defined period.
What does the control room operator interview process look like?
Most employers start with a phone screen focused on shift availability and basic system familiarity, followed by an in-person or panel interview with operations supervisors. Expect at least one scenario question where you walk through an abnormal operating condition step by step. Some facilities include a written process knowledge test or a brief console simulation, particularly for roles in regulated industries like nuclear power or refining.
Where can I find and apply to control room operator jobs?
You can find and apply to control room operator jobs on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from across the United States in one place. Search for roles that match your process background and certification level, then apply directly to each listing that fits your experience.
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