Distribution System Operator I - Power Grid Operations

FirstEnergy Corp; Reading (Berks County); On-site; USD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

FirstEnergy in Reading, PA seeks a Distribution System Operator to monitor and control the regional distribution network. The role involves outage restoration, operating SCADA/EMS/OMS, and coordinating field personnel to maintain reliability and safety.

Qualified candidates will have an Associate degree or higher in Electrical Engineering or an ABET-accredited program, with at least 4 years of related experience.

Qualifications

• Associate degree or higher in Electrical Engineering, Electrical Engineering Technology, or related ABET-accredited certification.
• Minimum of 4 years of related work experience; equivalent experience considered.
• Knowledge of Transmission and Distribution operation, maintenance and construction practices, procedures, methods, materials, equipment, and tools.
• Ability to problem-solve, multi-task, and work in a team environment.

Responsibilities

• Monitor day-to-day operations of the regional distribution system.
• Restore outages during emergencies with timely and accurate documentation.
• Recommend operational improvements and communicate system events to appropriate personnel.
• Operate SCADA, EMS, OMS, EDOA, and RDO notifications as well as radio/telephone systems.
• Analyze system disturbances and coordinate switching orders and load transfers.
• Coordinate staffing requirements by calling additional resources for emergencies.

Skills

Problem solving

Multi-tasking

Teamwork

Communication skills

Independent judgment

Education

Associate degree in Electrical Engineering or related ABET program

ABET-accredited program knowledge

Tools

Mainframe apps

PC applications

Job description

FirstEnergy in Reading, PA seeks a Distribution System Operator to monitor and control the regional distribution network. The role involves outage restoration, operating SCADA/EMS/OMS, and coordinating field personnel to maintain reliability and safety.

Qualified candidates will have an Associate degree or higher in Electrical Engineering or an ABET-accredited program, with at least 4 years of related experience.