Transmission system operator job description

Monitor the real-time operation of the high voltage transmission system (up to 500 kV) to ensure that members receive a continuous flow of reliable high quality power. Monitors internal and external influences and adjusts the performance characteristics of the system to compensate for and take advantage of changing conditions. Ensures quality real-time information is available for internal and external users to understand performance issues and accurately bill customers. Ensures member interests and needs are represented to and addressed, in a timely and cost-effective manner, by outside agencies. This position is responsible for complying with the NERC reliability standards and performs the duties that can determine GSOC's compliance with the NERC reliability standards. This position has the authority to shed load to maintain the integrity of the BES, or to correct a generation capacity deficiency.

Operates the Energy Control System to (a) detect and avert station overload, equipment damage, and voltage fluctuations (b) maintain and enhance system stability. Continuously monitors weather and system conditions and provides feedback to the Senior Transmission Operator, who activates the Disaster Response Plan, when necessary. Performs contingency planning and initiates corrective action to compensate for out of spec conditions in telecommunications and metering.

Plans, analyzes, authorizes, and controls scheduled operation of system equipment to insure that system performance is assured, necessary maintenance is completed and inter-company resources are coordinated. Writes and issues switching orders and clearances on network and non-network devices in GSOC AOR. Writes and issues switching orders on non-network devices. Performs real-time data quality assurance and initiates corrective action to compensate for out of spec conditions in telecommunications and metering.

Authorizes, schedules and dispatches manpower (GTC, GPC or contractors) to perform repairs to faulted equipment. Directs the isolation of system failure and the safe and efficient restoration of power to members. Represents GTC and EMC interests with GPC. Performs fault analysis to verify problem safely cleared.

Delivers oral and written presentations and reports that alert senior management to ongoing trends and activities that might impact the strategies and position of the company when responding to members and the public.
Required Qualifications:
Education: High School Graduate. Associate's Degree preferred.
Experience: Six years' transmission operations or construction experience and two years control center related experience.
Licenses, Certifications, and/or Registrations: Must be NERC certified or receive certification within one year of hire. The required certification must be TO, BIT or RC.
Specialized Skills: AC/DC theory, blueprint reading, and excel/MS Word experience required. Must have sound decision making ability under stressful conditions. Must be able to communicate effectively.
Unusual Hours Required of this Position: Work a rotating shift, which involves working weekends and holidays; some vacations and sick leave coverage. Utilizes multiple CRTs continuously. Must handle multiple tasks.


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Our utility operations client is looking for a permanent Transmission System Operator II to join their team onsite near Atlanta GA. Here is the job description:

Monitor the real-time operation of the high voltage (up to 500 kV) transmission system to ensure stakeholders receive reliable high quality power. Monitor and adjust system performance characteristics to compensate for and take advantage of changing conditions. Ensures real-time information is available for internal and external users to understand performance issues and accurately bill customers. Ensures stakeholder interests and needs are represented and addressed by outside agencies.

This position is responsible for complying with NERC reliability standards and performs the duties that can determine compliance with NERC reliability standards. This position has the authority to shed load to maintain the integrity of the BES, or to correct a generation capacity deficiency.

Operates the Energy Control System to detect and avert station overload, equipment damage, and voltage fluctuations, and to maintain and enhance system stability. Monitors weather and system conditions and provides feedback to the Senior Transmission Operator, who activates the Disaster Response Plan, when necessary. Performs contingency planning and initiates corrective action to compensate for out of spec conditions with telecommunications/metering.

Plans, analyzes, authorizes, and controls scheduled operation and maintenance of system equipment, including coordination of inter-company resources. Writes and issues switching orders and clearances on network and non-network devices. Performs real-time data quality assurance and initiates corrective action to compensate for out-of-spec conditions.

Authorizes, schedules and dispatches resources to perform repairs to faulted equipment. Directs the isolation of system failure and the safe restoration of power. Represents company interests with neighboring utilities. Performs fault analysis to verify problem safely cleared.

Delivers presentations/reports that alert management to ongoing trends and activities that might impact the strategies and position of the company when responding to members and the public.
Required Qualifications:
Education: Associate's Degree preferred.
Experience: Six years' transmission operations or construction experience and two years control center related experience. Must be NERC certified (required) as a TO, BIT or RC.
Specialized Skills: AC/DC theory, blueprint reading experience required. Must have sound decision making ability under stressful conditions. Must be able to work a rotating shift, which involves working weekends and holidays; some vacations and sick leave coverage.
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An entry-level position for the Transmission System Operator classification. Provides the incumbent with the experience and training necessary to meet the requirements to advance to the level of Transmission System Operator.

ACCOUNTABILITIES - PRIMARY DUTIES:
Become knowledgeable of the generation, transmission, and sub-transmission system components, nomenclature, and general operating procedures as well as the switching and tagging procedures outlined in the appropriate Participant directives. Has limited accountability and authority commensurate with the abilities and experience as defined in the position description titled Transmission System Operator. Any duties performed must be done under the guidance of the Transmission System Operator.

EXPERIENCE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:
• Education: An Associate's Degree in Electrical Engineering Technology, or two years of formal technical training beyond high school or the equivalent.

• Experience: Four years of related experience, including work in generating stations, electrical maintenance, power system protection, and control, electrical system line work, or power system dispatching.

Technical Skills:

➢ Ability to analyze information, determine relevant facts, prioritize actions and make decisions accordingly.

➢ Ability to communicate and work effectively with people at various levels of the organization in a clear, concise, and professional manner.

➢ Mathematical reasoning ability and ability to work with computer-based applications to perform computational/analytical type work.

➢ Ability to handle increasingly complex training assignments including the performance of varied tasks designed to provide experience and familiarization with system operations while on a rotating shift.

Contacts: CONVEX participant Transmission process groups, NU Utility Groups, Corporate Center, NPCC, ISO-NE, and NEPOOL/RTO Operating Committees, Northeast Transmission Owners, utility industry groups, Distribution Asset management, and transmission customers.

Challenges:

➢ Maximize transmission reliability and availability, minimize congestion, ability to thoroughly understand and apply operating procedures and guidelines.

➢ Ability to thoroughly understand and interpret local flow tools and applications.

• Freedom to Act: N/A

CORE AND FUNCTIONAL COMPETENCIES:

Communication: Clearly conveying information and ideas through a variety of media to individuals or groups in a manner that engages the audience and helps them understand and retain the message.

Adaptability: Maintaining effectiveness when experiencing major changes in work tasks or the work environment; adjusting effectively to work within new work structures, processes, requirements, or cultures.

Driving for Results: Setting high standards of performance for self and others; assuming responsibility and accountability for successfully completing assignments or tasks; self-imposing standards of excellence rather than having standards imposed.

Decision-Making: Identifying and understanding issues, problems, and opportunities; comparing data from different sources to draw conclusions; using effective approaches for choosing a course of action or developing appropriate solutions; taking action that is consistent with available facts, constraints, and probable consequences.

Contributing to Team Success and Valuing Diversity: Actively participating as a member of a team to move toward the completion of goals.

Planning and Organizing: Establishes courses of action for self and others to ensure that work is completed efficiently.

Technical/Professional Knowledge: Having achieved a satisfactory level of technical and professional skill or knowledge in position-related areas; keeping up with current developments and trends in areas of expertise.

Successful completion of the Psychological Services of Pittsburgh Assessments is a requirement to be selected for this position.

Applicants must successfully pass the SO/PD Assessments) Test.

Please attach a resume when completing your online application.
Worker Type:
Regular
Number of Openings:
1
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Emergency Response:

Responding to emergency situations to meet customers' needs is part of every employee's role. If employed, you will be given an Emergency Restoration assignment. This means you may be called to assist during an emergency outside of your normal responsibilities, work hours and location.