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Control Room Operator

Staff

2026-06-29

Location

Cambridge

Department of Facilities

Type

Full-Time

Salary

$57.99 Hourly

Required Qualifications

High School Diploma or equivalent
MA 2nd Class Stationary Engineer License
Driver’s License
3+ years power generation/central utility plant experience
Lift/move 50 pounds
Work on ladders/scaffolds
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Control Room Operator

Job Details

  • Job Number: 25576
  • Functional Area: Trades
  • Department: Dof Central Utilities Plant
  • School Area: Department of Facilities
  • Pay Range Minimum: $57.99
  • Pay Range Maximum: $57.99
  • Employment Type: Full-Time
  • Employment Category: Non-Exempt
  • Visa Sponsorship Available: No
  • Schedule: Mon. 6a-6p, Tues. 6a-2p, Wed. 6a-6p, Thur. 6a-2p
  • Pay Grade: No Grade

Posting Description

CONTROL ROOM OPERATOR (2ND Class Engineer)Facilities – Central Utilities Plant (CUP), is responsible for monitoring, operating and control of the CUP facilities from the distributed control system (DCS) and performs related duties throughout the facilities; ensures all CUP equipment is operated within design parameters and in full compliance with laws, regulations, policies, and procedures; conducts plant startups and shutdowns and participates in the review of problems, incidents, and unusual events; performs routine operational tests and adjustments, maintains accurate records and logs, conducts equipment switching and lockout/tagout procedures and operating plant systems to meet specified and IceTec parameters; monitors operations, optimizes performance, ensures emissions control compliance and keeps facilities clean and safe; and troubleshoots equipment failures, operates chillers, boilers, and other CUP equipment and trains Plant Operators in DCS operations.

Job Requirements

REQUIRED: High School Diploma or equivalent; a minimum MA 2nd Class Stationary Engineer License and Driver’s License; a minimum of three years of operating experience in power generation or central utility plant; ability to move 50 pounds, move about the jobsite and machinery to access equipment and/or remain stationary for extended periods of time, and perform work on ladders, scaffolds and other above ground locations. PREFERRED: Hoisting License 1C and Industrial Waste Treatment Grade 2 License.

Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) and safety related uniforms must be worn as required. May work with hazardous materials. Requires extended working hours which includes shift work including weekends, evenings and holidays. May be required to perform call-in duty.

This position will be required to work a crossover shift. Employees assigned to a crossover shift may have schedule changed to cover other employees' vacation periods.

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Frequently Asked Questions

🎓What are the required qualifications for the Control Room Operator position?

To qualify for this Control Room Operator (2nd Class Engineer) role at the Central Utilities Plant, candidates must have a High School Diploma or equivalent, a valid MA 2nd Class Stationary Engineer License, a Driver’s License, and at least three years of operating experience in power generation or central utility plant. Physical ability to move 50 pounds, access equipment, and work on ladders or scaffolds is required. Explore similar administration jobs and higher-ed admin roles for preparation tips.

💰What is the salary, pay structure, and employment type?

The pay range is fixed at $57.99 hourly (minimum and maximum), with Full-Time Non-Exempt employment in the Trades functional area. No pay grade is assigned. This competitive rate supports Facilities Management professionals. Check university salaries for benchmarks in higher education.

🕒What is the work schedule and shift details for this role?

The schedule is a crossover shift: Monday 6a-6p, Tuesday 6a-2p, Wednesday 6a-6p, Thursday 6a-2p. Expect extended hours, shift work including weekends, evenings, holidays, and possible call-in duty. Schedules may change for vacation coverage. PPE and safety uniforms are mandatory when working with hazardous materials. Review higher ed career advice for shift work strategies.

🌍Is visa sponsorship available, and what about relocation?

Visa sponsorship is not available for this position. Local candidates in Cambridge are preferred. International applicants should secure their own work authorization prior to applying.

📋What are the main responsibilities of the Control Room Operator?

Responsibilities include monitoring and operating CUP facilities via distributed control system (DCS), ensuring compliance with laws and parameters, performing startups/shutdowns, routine tests, equipment switching, lockout/tagout, troubleshooting failures, operating chillers and boilers, optimizing performance, emissions control, maintaining logs, and training Plant Operators. Keep facilities clean and safe. View administration jobs for related opportunities.

What preferred qualifications can give an edge?

Preferred: Hoisting License 1C and Industrial Waste Treatment Grade 2 License. These enhance candidacy for Central Utilities Plant operations in Facilities Management.
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