Distribution System Operator

Evergy; Kansas City (MO); On-site; USD 59,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Evergy in Kansas City is seeking a Distribution System Operator to organize and analyze reported distribution issues and dispatch field personnel accordingly. The role acts as the control authority for the entire distribution system and requires the ability to monitor multiple systems and respond promptly to alerts.

Candidates should maintain excellent communication with operations and construction teams, manage daily radio, phone, Outlook, and Teams communications, and be prepared to learn

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent required; Distribution System Fundamentals course preferred.
• Completion of AC/DC course or two years of AC/DC principles experience preferred.
• One year of utility distribution experience strongly preferred.

Responsibilities

• Organizes and analyzes reported distribution system problems and dispatches field personnel.
• Acts as control authority for the entire distribution system.
• Maintains communication daily with operations and construction teams; manages radio, phone, Outlook, Teams.
• Learn proprietary software used in the Distribution Operations Center.
• Handles high stress situations and long hours with a positive attitude.

Skills

Verbal reasoning

Mathematical skills

Analytical reasoning

Education

High School or equivalent; Distribution System Fundamentals course or 2 years distribution experience; AC/DC course or 2 years AC/DC experience; 1-year utility distribution experience

Job description

JOB TITLE

Distribution System Operator

REQUISITION

DIS00ZN

DEPARTMENT

Distribution Dispatching

LOCATION

801 Charlotte - Kansas City, Mo 64103

PAY

$50.29

Scheduled Work Hours

Shifts will vary.

Headquartered in both Kansas City and Topeka, Evergy employs about 4,900 people who are dedicated to empowering a better future. We are currently seeking candidates in Kansas City for a Distribution System Operator. Please find below a list of the minimum requirements for the position. It is important the candidates address their qualifications in the documentation submitted for consideration.

Summary of Primary Duties and Responsibilities

Organizes and analyzes reported distribution system problems and dispatches field personnel accordingly. Acts as control authority for the entire distribution system. Must be able to monitor multiple systems and respond appropriately and timey to alerts and alarms. Must maintain exceptional communication and customer service by interacting daily with operations and construction field personnel and other departments. Must be able to manage daily communication by radio, phone, Outlook, and Teams. Must excel in computer skills and programs including Outlook, Teams, SharePoint sites along with a willingness to learn proprietary software used in the Distribution Operations Center. Must be able to handle high stress situations, long working hours, and have a positive, adaptable, and attentive attitude.

Essential Job Functions

Must be able to perform all essential functions as identified by the Company. Reasonable accommodations may be made upon request to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

General

Qualifying ratings from an evaluation process that measures verbal and mathematical skills, and logical and analytical reasoning.

Testing

System Operator/Power Dispatching Selection System (SO/PD II)

Education

High School or equivalent. Completion of Distribution System Fundamentals course or two years' experience in distribution fundamentals strongly preferred. Completion of AC/DC Course or two years' experience in AC/DC principals strongly preferred. One-year utility distribution experience strongly preferred.

Evergy has a clear mission - To empower a better future. Evergy chooses to live this mission by valuing People First. We know that to lead the responsible energy transition and provide affordable, reliable, and sustainable service to our customers and communities, we need a team with a variety of backgrounds, perspectives and skills. We are committed to building a team where everyone - regardless of race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status - has a voice and can bring their best every day.

Evergy is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace and is an affirmative action employer.

Disclaimer: The above information has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of employees assigned to this job.

Work Locations

• 801 Charlotte - Emerg Response
• 801 Charlotte
• Kansas City 64106-3032

Job

Distribution System Operations

Unposting Date

Sep 12, 2026