Distribution Switching Coordinator

Westinghouse Electric Company; Minneapolis (MN); On-site; USD 96,000 - 103,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive Health Benefits

401(k) Savings Plan

Paid Vacations for Qualifying Roles

Job summary

Westinghouse Electric Company is seeking a Distribution Switching Coordinator in Minneapolis, MN to manage switching plans for distribution work, coordinate with control centers, and ensure safe, compliant execution of switching activities.

The role focuses on distribution system operations, switching procedures, safety tags, and grid operations principles, with field experience in utility operations. It offers long-term contract potential and possible advancement to full-time roles.

Qualifications

• 1+ years of experience with electrical distribution systems.
• Utility industry experience required.
• Experience with distribution system operations, switch procedures, safety tags and clearances.
• Familiarity with grid operations principles and safety practices.
• Field experience as a Lineman, Troubleman, System Operator, or similar role.

Responsibilities

• Develop and write detailed switching plans for distribution system maintenance, construction, and outage-related work.
• Prepare and submit switching requests for approval.
• Coordinate daily with control center personnel, outage coordination teams, and grid operations staff.
• Schedule approved switching plans and ensure execution.
• Maintain knowledge of electrical safety practices, safety tags, clearances, and switching procedures.
• Support safe work execution by verifying compliance with operational and safety requirements.
• Be the contact for switching-related questions before, during, and after work execution.
• Review upcoming workload and prioritize switching plans to support operational schedules.
• Collaborate with team members to ensure work is completed safely, and with minimal system impact.

Skills

Electrical distribution systems

Switch procedures

Grid operations principles

Lineman/field experience

Safety tags/clearances

Utility industry experience

Electrical theory basics

Job description

About The Role

Minneapolis, MN

We are looking for a Distribution Switching Coordinator to support electrical grid operations by managing switching plans for distribution system work. You will create switching requests, coordinates with system control centers, and ensure that it executes all switching activities safely and following established procedures. You will have experience with electric distribution systems, utility operations, and field-based grid work.

This is an excellent opportunity to work with grid operations, outage coordination, and control center teams while gaining valuable exposure to critical utility infrastructure projects. The position offers long-term contract potential with the possibility of future full-time employment.

Position Details

• Full-time, onsite position
• Monday through Friday
• 7:00 AM - 3:30 PM CST
• Business needs or team coverage requirements may make occasional overtime available, but we do not expect it on a regular basis.

This role is ideal for individuals with a understanding of distribution system operations, switching procedures, safety tags, clearances, and grid operations. They are looking to help maintain safe and reliable electric service.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and write detailed switching plans for distribution system maintenance, construction, and outage-related work.
• Prepare and submit switching requests for approval.
• Coordinate daily with control center personnel, outage coordination teams, and grid operations staff.
• Schedule approved switching plans and ensure execution.
• Maintain knowledge of electrical safety practices, safety tags, clearances, and switching procedures.
• Support safe work execution by verifying compliance with operational and safety requirements.
• Be the contact for switching-related questions before, during, and after work execution.
• Review upcoming workload and prioritize switching plans to support operational schedules.
• Collaborate with team members to ensure work is completed safely, and with minimal system impact.

Qualifications

• 1+ years of experience working with electrical distribution systems.
• Utility industry experience.
• 1+ years of experience with:
• Distribution system operations
• Switch procedures
• Safety tags and clearances
• Grid operations principles
• Field experience as a Lineman, Troubleman, System Operator, or similar utility operations role.
• Basic knowledge of electrical theory and engineering principles.

Our Safety Pledge To You

If you are as committed to your success as we are committed to your safety, then this is the position for you! For us, our guiding principle has always been and will continue to be the safety of our people. It's that simple!

Why WECTEC Staffing Services?

WECTEC Staffing Services delivers customer-focused solutions, offering everything from high-volume, cost-effective staffing to specialized niche roles, while maintaining best-in-class service. Our employees bring expertise across technical and corporate functions, supporting international contracts in over five countries. We invite you to explore opportunities within our distinguished global talent network.

WECTEC Staffing Services offers competitive pay to all of our employees. Additionally, most positions qualify for benefits including the following:

• Comprehensive Health and Income Protection Benefits
• 401(k) Savings Plan
• Paid Vacations for Qualifying Positions

We are committed to transparency and equity in all our people practices. The base salary range for this position, which is dependent upon experience, qualifications and skills, is estimated to be $70.00/hour to $75.00/hour.