Transmission System Operator Trainee, Bulk Power Systems

-; Dorchester; On-site; USD 126,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company is seeking a Transmission System Operator Trainee responsible for overseeing the bulk electric system operations. Candidates must have substantial knowledge of utility transmission, a degree in engineering or business, and must obtain necessary certifications. The position involves emergency response duties and various shifts.

Qualifications

• Extensive knowledge of utility transmission system design, operations, maintenance, and safety standards.
• Must pass Transmission Operator Assessment and NERC Certification.
• Five to nine years of relevant experience required.

Responsibilities

• Monitor and control the Electric Transmission System.
• Issue clearances, switching orders, and direct equipment tagging.
• Direct restoration of the transmission system after outages.

Skills

Knowledge of utility transmission system

Ability to use Energy Management System Software

Proficient in Microsoft Word and Excel

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Engineering or Business Administration

Associate's Degree in Engineering or Business Administration

Job description

POSITION: 1-Transmission System Operator Trainee

DEPARTMENT: Transmission System Operations

LOCATION: Dorchester

CURRENT RATE OF PAY: $125,756.84

CURRENTLY POSTED HOURS: Various Shifts

SCHEDULE: Various Shifts

**Union Represented Position**

REMARKS:

Transmission Operator is self-directed and has the responsibility and authority to implement real time actions and reliable operation of the Bulk Electric System. This position is also responsible for monitoring and controlling Eversource's Electric Transmission System on a continuous basis during normal and emergency conditions to ensure safe, reliable, and economic operations. Issues clearances and switching orders and directs the tagging of transmission equipment. Directs the restoration of the transmission system following a major system outage, load shedding, or blackout. Using Energy Management System (EMS) software, this position evaluates transmission system reliability then develops and implements appropriate action plans. Ensures transmission system activities and conditions are communicated and coordinated with ISO-NE, other Control Centers, and Eversource personnel.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

1. Requires extensive knowledge of utility transmission system design, operations, maintenance and construction principles and practices, safety standards and business processes. Ability to use Energy Management System Software, interpret results, and initiate appropriate actions. Ability to use PC desktop applications (e.g. Microsoft Word and Excel)

2. Requires a Bachelor's Degree in Engineering, Business Administration, or related discipline plus five years of experience in Transmission, Distribution, Generation Dispatch or Generation Operations position OR Associate's Degree in Engineering, Business Administration or related discipline plus seven years of experience in Transmission, Distribution, Generation Dispatch or Generation Operations position OR minimum of nine years experience in Transmission, Distribution, Generation Dispatch or Generation Operations position.

3. Must successfully pass Transmission Operator Assessment.

4. Must successfully complete NERC Certified System Operator Examination and obtain a NERC Transmission Operator Certification within six months of employment or date accepted position. Certification must be maintained in accordance with NERC and Company requirements.

Worker Type:
Regular
Number of Openings
1

EEO Statement

Eversource Energy is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, religion, disability status, or protected veteran status.

VEVRRA Federal Contractor

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.