Sr Transmission Operator

Sr Transmission Operator

Requirements

• Bachelors Degree in Engineering, Mechanical Science, or other technology related field with prior experience in control room operations, gas/electric utility experience, system protection, military technical or nuclear training. In lieu of a Bachelor’s degree, an Associate’s degree in Engineering, Mechanical Science, or other technology related field with 3+ year of experience in control room operations, gas/electric utility experience, system protection, military technical or nuclear training. In lieu of an associate’s degree, candidates with a high school diploma or equivalency degree and 5+ years of experience in the areas listed above will be considered
• Must be willing and available to work rotating shifts and successfully complete a personal risk assessment
• Must be able to achieve DOT Gas Operator Qualification in tasks 59, 60 & 70 within 3 months from hire date
• Must be able to achieve NERC Transmission Operator certification within 9 months from hire date and complete the System Operator Training Program within 12 months from hire date
• Proficiency with computers and computer applications (e.g. Microsoft Office, EMS/SCADA, Transmission Outage application, etc.)
• Strong interpersonal, planning, organizational, verbal and written communication skills with high attention to detail
• Ability to prioritize tasks and perform duties effectively under emergency and contingency situations
• Valid driver’s license

Responsibilities

• Using independent judgment, supervises personnel engaged in the 24×7 operation of the electric and gas transmission systems and personnel engaged in the dispatch function in the Control Center and Contact Center after-hours including the approval or denial of requests for vacation, shift changes, personal/sick time, and other routine personnel matters. STOs also manage the progressive discipline process of direct reports up to and including suspension and/or discharge if necessary.
• Maintains the Operator shift schedules in tandem with the Director – Distribution System Operations to ensure all shifts are adequately staffed; reviews and approves all direct reports’ timesheets and performs monthly timesheet audits.
• Performs training responsibilities for each assigned Operator; ensures that Operators are progressing to and maintaining full qualification, proficiency, and certification; provides periodic constructive feedback and monitors corrective actions
• Develops and maintains a thorough understanding of Operator requirements and expectations and ensures Operators strive to meet or exceed them
• Maintains proficiency with all FERC Standards of Conduct requirements and NERC Electric Reliability Standard requirements for all company registrations; maintains NERC Transmission Operator and DOT Operator Qualification certifications.
• Possesses a thorough understanding of the Electric and Gas Outage Coordination function including reliability assessments for real-time and contingency analysis; preparation, review, approval, and scheduling of all Transmission Switching and Valving Orders; develops real-time daily operating plans
• Possesses the ability to independently operate the electric and gas transmission systems, and takes an active leadership role during storm restoration and other emergency response activities
• Participates in the NYISO System Operations Advisory Subcommittee (SOAS) and the Restoration Working Group (RWG)
• Actively participates in operating meetings to promote a positive, engaged, results-driven work environment, and ensures teamwork and collaboration
• Continuously seeks out new process improvements/methods to improve operational performance and productivity
• Performs operating experience and human performance investigations
• Participates in the hiring process to fill positions

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in electric or gas system operations practices, understanding of power system dynamics and/or transmission system operations
• NERC Transmission Operator certification and DOT Gas Operator qualification in tasks 59, 60, & 70
• 1+ years of supervisory experience