Distribution System Operator I - OH Distribution Operations - Akron Fairlawn

FirstEnergy; Akron (OH); On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

FirstEnergy in Akron, OH is seeking a Distribution System Operator I. You will monitor the regional distribution system, operate SCADA/EMS and related tools, and coordinate outages while maintaining safety and customer service.

The role requires an associate degree in electrical engineering or related certs and a 45‑minute commute. Qualified applicants will have problem solving, teamwork and strong communication skills, plus flexibility for shifts and overtime.

Qualifications

• Associate degree or higher in Electrical Engineering/Electrical Engineering Technology or related certification.
• 2–4 years related work experience accepted.
• Pass EEI SO/PD II test.
• Effective problem solving, multi-tasking and teamwork.
• Knowledge of distribution operation and safety practices.
• Ability to learn distribution practices and procedures.
• Strong communication skills with customers and staff.
• Live within 45-minute commute to Akron, OH.
• Willing to work rotating shifts and overtime when needed.

Responsibilities

• Monitor day-to-day operation of regional distribution system.
• Adhere to safety policies including APH and Operations Manual.
• Recommend operational improvements and communicate system events.
• Provide solid customer service.
• Operate SCADA EMS, GIS, OMS, EDOA and related systems.
• Analyze disturbances and restore normal configuration promptly.
• Provide technical analysis and manage outages/load transfers.
• Monitor system and weather conditions.
• Coordinate staffing for emergencies.
• Complete training to progress to Regional Distribution System Operator.
• Understand bargaining unit agreements.

Skills

Electrical knowledge

Problem solving

Multi-tasking

Teamwork

Communication

Independent judgment

Reading schematics

Safety compliance

Mainframe apps

Customer service

Commute within 45 min

Education

Associate degree in Electrical Engineering

EEI SO/PD II certified

Job description

Distribution System Operator I - OH Distribution Operations - Akron Fairlawn

Akron, OH, United States

Job Description

About theOpportunity

Thisisanopen positionwithCleveland Electric Illuminating Co,asubsidiaryofFirstEnergyCorp.

Thisposition,Akron, OH,reports under thegeneral supervision ofthe Regional Distribution Control Center staff. All candidates must live within a 45-minute commute time to the office location.

Responsibilitiesinclude:

• Monitoringtheday-to-day operationsoftheregionaldistributionsystem
• Demonstrating asolidcommitmenttoallaspectsofsafety, includingadherence tothe Accident Prevention Handbook (APH) and Manual of Operations
• Recommendingoperationalimprovements andcommunicating systemeventstoappropriatepersonnel
• Demonstratingsoundinternaland/orexternalcustomerservice
• Operating the Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition (SCADA) Energy Management System (EMS), AutomatedMapping/FacilitiesManagement(GIS) computer system, PowerOn Outage Management System (OMS), Energy Delivery Outage Application (EDOA), DCCNotification System, aswellasradio and telephone systems
• Analyzing andactingpromptly incasesofsystem disturbance sothatthesystem canberestored toa normal configuration
• Providingtechnicalanalysis,monitoring systems, scheduling and/orauthorizingFirstEnergy distribution equipment outages and load transfers
• Monitoringsystem andweather conditions
• Coordinatingstaffingrequirementsbycallingadditionalresources tohandleemergencies
• CompletingtraininganddevelopmenttoprogresstotheRegionalDistributionSystem Operatorlevel
• PossessingbasicunderstandingofBargainingUnitAgreementswithfieldlabor

Qualifications:

• Associate'sdegreeorhigherinElectrical Engineering/ElectricalEngineering Technology,or related certification from an accredited institution is required.
• Or minimum of2- 4 years' related workexperience willbeconsidered.Related work experience includes work experiences with demonstrated understanding tooperate the distribution system.
• PasstheEdison Electric Institute(EEi)SystemOperator/PowerDispatchingTest(SO/PD II)
• Capable ofeffectiveperformance inproblemsolving,multi-taskingandteamwork
• Demonstrate effective performance inprioritizingworkforefficient andsafeoperations
• Knowledge of,or ability to learn Transmission and Distribution operation, maintenance and construction practices, procedures, workmethods, materials,equipment andtoolstooperatethe distribution system
• Strong reading and comprehension skills toeffectively interpret switching requests, engineering drawings, schematics, equipment instructionmanuals, standardsandprocedures usedtodevelop distribution switching orders
• Possess skillsinthedevelopment, collection, organization andanalysis ofinformation fromavariety of sources to develop switching orders and recommendations
• Strongoralandwrittencommunication skills toeffectively communicate withcustomers, supervisors, peers, employees, and contractors involved with theconstruction, operation andmaintenance of the Transmission and Distribution facilities
• Demonstrateaquestioning attitudetolearn,produceresultsanddevelop relationships
• Sufficientmaturitytoexerciseindependentjudgment onmoderatelycomplexprojects andassignments
• Excellentinterpersonal andanalyticalskillstomakequickassessments anddeliverwell-thought decisions, when situations require
• Knowledgeof,orabilitytolearn, specificmainframeandcomputerapplications
• Livewithin45minutescommutetime
• Willingtoworkrotatingshiftsandbeavailableforovertimework whenneeded

EEI Testing

We administer selection tests for a variety ofpositions.The required tests have been developed bythe Edison Electric Institute (EEI),a trade association of investor-ownedelectric utility companies.We strongly encourage potential employees toreview all information, including the sample test brochures, and to use the available practice tests before takingtheactual tests.Click thislink toaccess thepractice tests.You willbeprompted fora name and password.Use firstenergy for both.

Practice tests provide sample questions and detailed discussions ofthecorrect answers.It'simportant totakethe practice test asyouwould the actual one,with similar intensity andconcentration.You musthave Adobe Acrobat Reader on your computer.

Note:EEI websitedoesnotallow accesstoactual tests. Testing isheldatvarious locations throughout ourservice territory based on where the job is located.

Benefits, Compensation & Workforce Diversity

At FirstEnergy, employees are key to our success. We depend on their talents to meet the challenges of our changing business environment. We are committed to rewarding individual and team efforts through our total rewards philosophy which includes competitive pay plus incentive compensation, a company-sponsored pension plan, 401(k) savings plan with matching employer contribution, a choice of medical, prescription drug, dental, vision, and life insurance programs, as well as skills development training with tuition reimbursement. Please visit our website at www.firstenergycorp.com to learn more about all of our employee rewards programs. FirstEnergy proudly supports workforce diversity. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, status as a protected veteran, or status as a qualified individual with a disability. No recruiters or agencies without a previously signed contract. Unable to sponsor or transfer H-1B visas at this time.

Safety

Safety is a core value for FirstEnergy and is essential to all of our business activities. We ensure employees have the tools, information, and processes to perform their duties in a manner that assures safety for themselves, their co-workers, our customers and the public. Our goals are to provide a safe work environment, to maintain an accident-free, injury-free workplace, and to promote and maintain public safety. To meet these goals, we dedicate ourselves to achieving world-class safety standards.

FirstEnergyHumanResourcesTeam

Job Info

• Job Identification 104978
• Job Category Distribution System Operator