Electric Dispatch Operator Grade 3 - Outage & Shift Expert

AEP; Tulsa, Northern (OK, KY); Hybrid; USD 59,000 - 79,000; Full time

Job summary

American Electric Power (AEP) in Tulsa, OK is seeking a skilled Dispatcher to safely dispatch distribution outages to field personnel, analyze outage data, and document restoration progress.

The role requires coordinating routine and emergency switching, clear communications via radio/phone, and supporting the DDC team while progressing toward Operator Grade 2 within AEP's career progression program.

Qualifications

• Associate Degree in Electrical or Electronics Technology, or related field, or equivalent work experience such as two or more years' experience in Line, Substation, Generation, or DDC Support departments.

Responsibilities

• Dispatch routine and emergency outages to field personnel and document restoration progress.
• Operate distribution applications during switching procedures.
• Communicate instructions clearly by radio/telephone and in written form.

Education

Associate Degree in Electrical or Electronics Technology, or related field

Associate Degree in Electrical or Electronics Technology, or related field with 2+ years experience

Associate Degree in Electrical or Electronics Technology, or related field with 2+ years DDC dispatching experience

Electric System Operator experience

Job description

American Electric Power (AEP) in Tulsa, OK is seeking a skilled Dispatcher to safely dispatch distribution outages to field personnel, analyze outage data, and document restoration progress.

The role requires coordinating routine and emergency switching, clear communications via radio/phone, and supporting the DDC team while progressing toward Operator Grade 2 within AEP's career progression program.