Distribution Control Center Operator

Og&e; Oklahoma City (OK); On-site; USD 66,000 - 82,000; Full time

Job summary

OGE Energy Corp. in Oklahoma City is seeking a Distribution Control Center Operator to monitor the distribution system and direct adjustments to prevent outages and minimize restoration time. The role supports 24-hour operations, maintains logs, and writes switching orders with guidance.

Candidates should have a high school diploma or associate degree with relevant electric services experience, and be prepared for extensive computer-based work, safety training, and shift work.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma/GED with 3 years in Electric Services Engineering, Operations, or related field.
• Associate's Degree with 2 years in Electric Services Engineering, Operations, or related field.

Responsibilities

• Monitor operating condition of lines and equipment and direct adjustments as needed.
• Maintain Operators Log, reports, breaker operations and SCADA abnormal summary.
• Support 24-hour operations and write switching orders under supervision.
• Ensure safety and compliance with SOPs; promote safety awareness.
• Plan work and resources, assess daily switching impact on contingencies.

Skills

Outage management

CADS/OMS

ArcFM

Excel

Education

High School Diploma/GED

Associate's Degree in related field

Tools

CADS/OMS

ArcFM

Basic Print Reading

Skyview

CCS/SAP

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Job Title: Distribution Control Center Operator

Requisition ID: 2378

Job Category: Craft / Technical

Location

Oklahoma City, OK, US, 73129

Job Description

JOB INFORMATION

• Job Title: Distribution Control Ctr Operator Assoc
• Job Code: 126881
• Job Grade: 40

JOB SUMMARY

As part of the Operating Authority, the Distribution Control Center Operator is responsible for monitoring the operating condition of lines and equipment throughout the distribution system and making adjustments or directing workers to make adjustments as situations warrant. Plans, directs, and coordinates activities to prevent electric service interruptions and minimize the impact and restoration time of service interruptions.

LEVEL OF RESPONSIBILITY

Entry level professional. Performs assignments with standardized processes. Works under direct supervision. Resolves questions and problems within established standards and guidelines. Follows established procedures to accomplish requirements of job.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Follows and ensures compliance with established Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs).
• Promotes and supports safety awareness.
• Resolves questions, issues, and problems within area of responsibility.
• Prioritizes and plans work and resources with area of responsibility, including assessing daily impact of switching and how it affects system contingencies and prioritizing daily activities during shift.
• Maintains Operators Log, reports, breaker operations and SCADA abnormal summary.
• Performs Operator duties to support 24 hour operations of the DCC.
• Independently writes, directs, and approves Hot Line Hold Switching Orders.
• With Supervision, manages and analyzes the Distribution System including outages, monitoring voltage and load flow, and monitoring CADS/OMS system.
• Independently writes and directs with supervision complex multiple circuit switching orders.
• All other duties as assigned.

REQUIREMENTS

• High School Diploma/GED and 3 years experience in an Electric Services Engineering, Operations, or related Construction Function (e.g., Lineman, Substation Operations Technician, Relay Technician); Or
• Associate's Degree in a directly related field (e.g., Electronics, Electrical, Power Technology, Engineering Technology) and 2 years experience in Electric Services Engineering, Operations, or related Construction Function (e.g., Lineman, Substation Operations Technician, Relay Technician).

WORKING CONDITIONS

• Required to obtain and maintain Switchman certification within Six (6) months of job entry.
• Requires working extensive hours at multiple computer terminals.
• Occasional overnight travel may be required, for district visits, meetings, training, etc.
• Required to maintain permanent residence within a 30 minute driving limit to the DCC to limit response time for emergency work.
• May be required to be periodically available for after-hours emergencies.
• Work consists of directing crews in potentially hazardous situations and may involve stressful and extended hours of work.
• May be required to work non-standard work schedules to include nights, weekends, holidays, on-call, overtime, and call-outs.

SPECIAL SAFETY REQUIREMENTS

• Member will not be required to drive in order to perform their job duties.
• The operation, maintenance or oversight of critical services and infrastructure including but not limited to, electric utilities, power generation or distribution;

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES (KSAS)

• Demonstrated ability to adapt to shift work and rotating work schedule.
• Strong knowledge safety and electrical hazards and ability to communicate safety and electrical hazards in order to ensure safe operation of OGE distribution systems.
• Demonstrated customer focus and customer service skills.
• Demonstrated ability to work effectively in a team environment.
• Demonstrated ability to perform work with and without direct supervision.
• Knowledge of outage management process and software applications (e.g., CADS/OMS).
• Knowledge of software applications (e.g., ArcFM, Basic Print Reading, Skyview, CCS/SAP).
• Strong knowledge of Resource Allocation and Service Restoration practices and procedures associated with service restoration.
• Strong knowledge of relevant Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs).
• Ability to handle stress and work efficiently during emergency and heavy workload conditions, and handle several tasks simultaneously.
• Strong ability to handle multiple tasks, troubleshoot issues, and prioritize responsibilities.
• Ability to extract data and develop reports.
• Ability to effectively use a personal computer with MS Office Suite applications (Word, Excel & Outlook) and strong Excel skills.
• Demonstrated ability to understand and interpret switching charts, one-line diagrams, electronic maps, basic prints and drawings.
• Knowledge of switchman duties.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to maintain multiple logs to include Abnormal Device Log, Switching Log, Breaker Operations Log, and Operators Log.
• Basic knowledge of Transmission and Distribution Systems.
• Basic knowledge of substation switching operations and multiple circuit switching.
• Basic knowledge of substation operations, one-lines, substation equipment, relay schemes, and fuse coordination.

LICENSES AND CERTIFICATIONS

• Required Certifications/Licensures:(Valid Driver’s License)

HEALTH AND SAFETY (MEDICAL/DOT REQUIREMENTS)

• Pre-Employment Drug Screen
• This position is classified as a Safety-Sensitive Job under state law. Individuals in this position are subject to the terms and conditions set forth in OGE Energy Corp.’s Drug Testing Plan.

SALARY RANGE

$65,520 - $81,869