Associate Transmission Operator — Learn, Grow, Impact the Grid

Wolverine Power cooperative; Cadillac (MI); On-site; USD 59,000 - 72,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Zero-cost Health Coverage

Zero-cost Vision Coverage

Zero-cost Dental Coverage

Life Insurance

Long Term Disability

Short Term Disability

401k with 5% match

Defined Benefit Pension

Paid Time Off

Educational Assistance

Wellness Program

Job summary

Wolverine Power Cooperative is seeking two Associate Transmission System Operators to join our Energy Control Center in Cadillac, Michigan. The ATSOs will work with seasoned NERC-certified operators to monitor and operate the transmission system, manage events, and help meet reliability standards.

We offer hands‑on training, opportunities to obtain NERC certification within 12 months, and a comprehensive benefits package including healthcare and a 401(k) with match.

Qualifications

• Associate degree in a technical or business-related field such as engineering, science, mathematics, accounting, or marketing.
• Three or more years of system operator experience in an electric utility control center.
• Completion of a certified electrical apprenticeship program.
• Two or more years of electric utility experience with the ability to interpret electrical drawings.

Responsibilities

• Monitor and support the operation of Wolverine's transmission system.
• Learn switching procedures and outage coordination processes.
• Utilize SCADA and other advanced control systems.
• Assist with outage response and system restoration efforts.
• Coordinate with field personnel, member cooperatives, and neighboring utilities.
• Support NERC compliance activities and maintain operational records.
• Develop knowledge to become a certified Transmission System Operator.

Skills

System operator experience

Electric utility drawings

Problem solving under pressure

Education

Associate degree in a technical or business-related field

Certified electrical apprenticeship program

Job description

Wolverine Power Cooperative is seeking two Associate Transmission System Operators to join our Energy Control Center in Cadillac, Michigan. The ATSOs will work with seasoned NERC-certified operators to monitor and operate the transmission system, manage events, and help meet reliability standards.

We offer hands‑on training, opportunities to obtain NERC certification within 12 months, and a comprehensive benefits package including healthcare and a 401(k) with match.