DOC Operator I or II

PNM; Alvin (TX); On-site; USD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

PNM is seeking a distribution operations professional in Alvin, TX to coordinate and control company distribution assets under direct supervision. The role focuses on safe, reliable, and economical operation while meeting regulatory and company standards for outages, voltage levels, and system integrity.

Under supervision, you will respond to disturbances, document system conditions affecting reliability and safety, and communicate findings to the operations team to support continuous power

Responsibilities

• Acts as the controlling authority for operating Company distribution systems
• Responds to distribution disturbances within established areas and standards, to assure a continuous supply of electricity to customers
• Documents and communicates all system situations, which could impact (positively or negatively) reliability and safety of Company power

Job description

Location: Alvin, TX, United States

Job ID: 6089720

Date Posted: Sep 10, 2026

JOB DESCRIPTION

The following statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills.

Personnel in this job title will be covered by NERC CIP cyber security standards. If the position is covered, prior to being hired, promoted, or transferred into the position, the candidate must successfully pass a Personnel Risk Assessment, which includes identity verification and a criminal background check. Prior to being granted unescorted access to cyber secure areas, the candidate must attend cyber security training. Annual cyber security training is also required.

SUMMARY

Under direct supervision, coordinates, and controls Company distribution assets on a minute-by-minute basis in a safe, reliable, and economic manner, while achieving and maintaining operating standards in compliance with all regulatory, industry, and applicable Company standards concerning standard operations, outage restoration, voltage levels, etc.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Acts as the controlling authority for operating Company distribution systems
• Responds to distribution disturbances within established areas and standards, to assure a continuous supply of electricity to customers
• Documents and communicates all system situations, which could impact (positively or negatively) reliability and safety of Company power