Transmission System Operator

• Monitor the real-time operation of the high voltage transmission system (up to 500 kV) to ensure members receive a continuous flow of reliable high quality power
• Monitor internal and external influences and adjust the performance characteristics of the system
• Ensure quality real-time information is available for internal and external users
• Ensure member interests and needs are represented to and addressed by outside agencies
• Comply with NERC reliability standards
• Has authority to shed load to maintain the integrity of the BES or to correct a generation capacity deficiency
• Operate the Energy Control System to detect and avert station overload, equipment damage, and voltage fluctuations
• Maintain and enhance system stability
• Continuously monitor weather and system conditions
• Perform contingency planning and initiate corrective action
• Plan, analyze, authorize, and control scheduled operation of system equipment
• Write and issue switching orders and clearances on network and non-network devices
• Perform real-time data quality assurance
• Authorize, schedule and dispatch manpower to perform repairs
• Direct the isolation of system failure and the safe and efficient restoration of power
• Perform fault analysis
• Deliver oral and written presentations and reports that alert senior management to ongoing trends and activities

• High School Graduate
• Six years' transmission operations or construction experience
• Two years control center related experience
• Must be NERC certified (TO, BIT or RC)
• AC/DC theory
• Blueprint reading
• Excel/MS Word experience
• Must have sound decision making ability under stressful conditions
• Must be able to communicate effectively
• Must handle multiple tasks

Associate's Degree

• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage
• Strong retirement program
• Career development
• Flexible work schedules
• Focus on wellness
• Supportive member of the community