Associate Distribution System Operator

Eversource Energy; Manchester (NH); On-site; USD 59,000 - 84,000; Full time

Job summary

Eversource Energy in Manchester, NH, seeks an Electric Distribution Operations specialist responsible for planning, coordinating switching and tagging, issuing clearances, and monitoring loads for the electric distribution system.

You will work across regions during emergencies, maintain the outage management model, and participate in 24/7 shift rotations while communicating with multiple teams.

Qualifications

• Associates degree in Engineering or related technical field, or equivalent experience.
• 0–5 years of related electrical utility experience.
• Must pass pre-employment assessments.
• Willingness to travel between MA/CT/NH and work 24/7 shifts.

Responsibilities

• Analyzes trouble calls and initiates corrective action per procedures.
• Monitors loads and voltages during switching and peak periods.
• Coordinates emergency restoration with regional centers and partners.
• Maintains outage management system to reflect real-time status.
• Communicates effectively across organization and with external partners.

Skills

Emergency response coordination

Load monitoring

Troubleshooting

Communication

Education

Associates degree in Engineering or related technical field

Tools

PC-based applications

Mainframe applications

Job description

Eversource will not offer immigration-related sponsorship for this position (e.g., H-1B, O-1, J-1, TN, E-3, etc.). Applicants requiring visa sponsorship to start employment with Eversource will not be considered.

Role and Scope of Position:

This position plans, coordinates, reviews switching and tagging; writing, checking, and issuing clearances; monitoring of loads, emergency restoration and associated reporting for the electric distribution system within an assigned region. Coordinates the above activities with ESCC and other regions when system conditions cross jurisdictional lines.

Starting Rate of Pay: $52.19

Essential Functions:

• Analyzes trouble calls (events) and initiates corrective action with the appropriate Area Work Center function including call-out of personnel in accordance with established procedures;
• Handles corrective action as required by timing or circumstances, and informs appropriate System Personnel of problems on the assigned region's electric distribution system and associated restoration progress;
• Monitors load and voltages on circuits and substation equipment during switching and peak periods to assure loading parameters are not exceeded;
• Assists with implementing the assigned region's emergency response plan as required, and assists at Area Work Center satellites and other regional operation centers during emergency storm restoration as assigned;
• Maintains the electric model in the outage management system to reflect real-time system status;
• Individual must be able to quickly recognize emergency situations and take prompt, appropriate actions with limited or no supervision. Individual will also be required to efficiently coordinate emergency actions with other vested parties such as Federal, State, and Municipal partners along with other utilities.

Technical Knowledge/Skill/Education/Licenses/Certifications:

Technical Knowledge/Skill:

• Requires a working knowledge of all transmission and distribution network equipment and vehicles, work practices and procedures, construction and material standards, as well as safety, regulatory and design codes.
• Requires a demonstrated knowledge in training and development concepts, theories, practices and principals using a Systematic Approach to Training.

Education:

• Associates degree in Engineering or related technical field or equivalent experience. Combined education and experience can be used as a substitute.

Experience:

• Zero (0) to five (5) years of related electrical utility experience is required.
• Individual must be able to function under stressful emergency situations for extended periods of time;
• Thorough knowledge of the switching and tagging procedures; a thorough knowledge of Electric Distribution System operations;
• Thorough knowledge of applicable PC-based and mainframe applications;
• Ability to communicate and work effectively with various levels of the organization and others involved with Electric Operations;
• Ability to analyze electric distribution system problems and act accordingly

Licenses & Certifications:

• Must successfully pass all required pre-employment assessments.

Working Conditions:

• Must be available to work emergency restoration assignment as required.
• Must be available to travel between MA/CT/NH as necessary.
• This position will require 24/7 shift rotation coverage.

Bargaining unit employees with rights to this posting will be given first consideration.This is a union represented position so anyone going into this position would be required to become a member of the union.

Note: The closing date is at 12:01 a.m. on the date shown; interested candidates must apply by previous day.

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Competencies:

Build trusting relationships

Manage and develop people

Foster teamwork and cross-functional collaboration

Lead change

Communicate strategic vision

Create an engaged workforce

Focus on the customer

Take ownership & accountability

Build trusting relationships

Worker Type:

Regular

Number of Openings:

5

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.

EEO Statement:

Eversource Energy is an Equal Opportunity 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.

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