Distribution System Operator I (P: 103291)

Searchbox l.l.c.; Morristown (NJ); On-site; USD 87,000 - 123,000; Full time

Job summary

FirstEnergy Corp. (JCP&L) seeks an experienced professional to join the Regional Distribution team in Holmdel, NJ or Morristown, NJ.

You will monitor daily distribution operations and ensure safety compliance, with opportunities to progress toward the Regional Distribution System Operator role. The position requires 2–4 years of related experience, an EEI SO/PD II test, and the ability to coordinate outages, switching orders, and field staffing.

Qualifications

• Associate's degree or higher in Electrical Engineering/Electrical Engineering Technology, or related certification is required.
• 2–4 years' related work experience will be considered. Related work experience includes understanding to operate the distribution system.
• Pass the Edison Electric Institute (EEi) System Operator/Power Dispatching Test (SO/PD II) will be required.
• Capable of problem solving, multi-tasking and teamwork.
• Knowledge of distribution operation, maintenance and construction practices.

Responsibilities

• Monitor the day-to-day operations of the regional distribution system.
• Demonstrate safety commitment per APH and Manual of Operations.
• Recommend operational improvements and communicate system events to relevant personnel.
• Provide strong customer service to stakeholders.
• Operate SCADA EMS, GIS, OMS and related systems and communication tools.
• Analyze disturbances and restore the system to normal configuration promptly.
• Schedule and authorize outages and load transfers.
• Develop scenarios to identify problems caused by contingencies.
• Direct switching activities and work assignments to field personnel.
• Monitor system and weather conditions; coordinate staffing for emergencies.
• Complete training to progress to Regional Distribution System Operator level.
• Understand Bargaining Unit Agreements with field labor.

Skills

Electrical system knowledge

Problem solving

Communication skills

Multitasking

Teamwork

Education

Associate's degree in Electrical Engineering or related field

Job description

About the Opportunity

This is an open position with Jersey Central Power & Light (JCP&L), a subsidiary of FirstEnergy Corp. [JCPL]

This position, located in Holmdel, NJ or Morristown, NJ, reports under the general supervision of the Regional Distribution Control Center staff. All candidates must live within a 45-minute commute time to the Holmdel or Morristown office.

The estimated pay range for this role is $87,210 - $123,120.

Responsibilities

• Monitoring the day-to-day operations of the regional distribution system
• Demonstrating a solid commitment to all aspects of safety, including adherence to the Accident Prevention Handbook (APH) and Manual of Operations
• Recommending operational improvements and communicating system events to appropriate personnel
• Demonstrating sound internal and/or external customer service
• Operating the Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition (SCADA) Energy Management System (EMS), Automated Mapping/Facilities Management (GIS) computer system, PowerOn Outage Management System (OMS), Energy Delivery Outage Application (EDOA), DCC Notification System, as well as radio and telephone systems
• Analyzing and acting promptly in cases of system disturbance so that the system can be restored to a normal configuration
• Providing technical analysis, monitoring systems, scheduling and/or authorizing FirstEnergy distribution equipment outages and load transfers
• Developing detailed scenarios to identify operating problems caused by contingency outages
• Assigning and directing switching activities and work assignments to field personnel
• Monitoring system and weather conditions
• Coordinating staffing requirements by calling additional resources to handle emergencies
• Completing training and development to progress to the Regional Distribution System Operator level
• Possessing basic understanding of Bargaining Unit Agreements with field labor

Qualifications

• Associate's degree or higher in Electrical Engineering/Electrical Engineering Technology, or related certification from an accredited institution is required.
• Or minimum of 2 - 4 years' related work experience will be considered. Related work experience includes work experiences with demonstrated understanding to operate the distribution system.
• Pass the Edison Electric Institute (EEi) System Operator/Power Dispatching Test (SO/PD II)
• Capable of effective performance in problem solving, multi-tasking and teamwork
• Demonstrate effective performance in prioritizing work for efficient and safe operations
• Knowledge of, or ability to learn Transmission and Distribution operation, maintenance and construction practices, procedures, work methods, materials, equipment and tools to operate the distribution system
• Strong reading and comprehension skills to effectively interpret switching requests, engineering drawings, schematics, equipment instruction manuals, standards and procedures used to develop distribution switching orders
• Possess skills in the development, collection, organization and analysis of information from a variety of sources to develop switching orders and recommendations
• Strong oral and written communication skills to effectively communicate with customers, supervisors, peers, employees, and contractors involved with the construction, operation and maintenance of the Transmission and Distribution facilities
• Demonstrate a questioning attitude to learn, produce results and develop relationships
• Sufficient maturity to exercise independent judgment on moderately complex projects and assignments
• Excellent interpersonal and analytical skills to make quick assessments and deliver well-thought decisions, when situations require
• Knowledge of, or ability to learn, specific mainframe and computer applications
• Able to remain professional in high stress, high volume work environment
• Live within 45 minutes commute time
• Willing to work rotating shifts and be available for overtime work when needed
• EEI Testing

EEI Testing

We strongly encourage potential employees to review all information, including the sample test brochures, and to use the available practice tests before taking the actual tests. Use firstenergy for both.

Practice tests provide sample questions and detailed discussions of the correct answers. It's important to take the practice test as you would the actual one, with similar intensity and concentration. You must have Adobe Acrobat Reader on your computer.

Note: EEI website does not allow access to actual tests. Testing is held at various locations throughout our service 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.

FirstEnergy Human Resources Team