Distribution Control Center Operator

OGE Energy Corporation; Oklahoma City (OK); On-site; USD 66,000 - 82,000; Full time

Job summary

The Distribution Control Center Operator at OGE Energy Corporation monitors the distribution system to ensure reliable electric service. Working in the Operating Authority, you direct switching, monitor lines and parameters, and coordinate with field crews to prevent outages and minimize restoration time.

This entry-level professional role operates under supervision, follows SOPs, and develops reports from CADS/OMS data while maintaining multiple logs and ensuring safety protocols during heavy

Qualifications

• Requires a high school diploma or GED with 3 years in Electric Services engineering or related field.
• Associate degree in Electronics/Electrical/Power Technology with 2 years experience in Electric Services Engineering, Operations, or related field.
• Familiarity with switching, outage management, and safety procedures.

Responsibilities

• Follow SOPs and ensure safety practices during operations.
• Maintain operator logs and SCADA summaries for reliability.
• Direct and document switching orders and communicate with field crews.
• Support 24-hour operations and coordinate contingencies during shifts.
• Utilize CADS/OMS data to monitor the distribution system.

Skills

Shift work adaptability

Electrical safety awareness

Customer service skills

Team collaboration

Data extraction & reporting

MS Excel

MS Office Suite

CADS/OMS knowledge

One-line diagrams interpretation

Strong communication skills

Education

High School Diploma/GED

Associate's Degree in Electronics/Electrical/Power Technology

Tools

CADS/OMS

ArcFM

Skyview

CCS/SAP

Basic Print Reading

MS Office (Word/Excel/Outlook)

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