Electric System Operator Trainee—NERC Path

Muscatine Power and Water; Muscatine (IA); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Muscatine Power and Water is seeking a Trainee in its Electric Power System Operator Program. You will gain knowledge across system operations, water system operations, and emergency response, under a NERC-Certified System Operator.

You’ll learn to monitor voltages, manage outages, and coordinate with BES stakeholders while growing toward an Operator I role. The role emphasizes 12-hour shifts, confidentiality, and readiness to work in a high-stress environment, with on-the-job training and

Qualifications

• Must have, or be able to obtain, NERC Certification within 1 year.
• High school graduate or equivalent; Associate's degree preferred.
• Proficiency in basic economics and costing procedures.
• Ability to sign and abide by confidentiality agreements.

Responsibilities

• Actively participate in a fast-paced learning program including formal training, on-the-job training, site visits, and self-study.
• Learn responses to system conditions to maintain BES reliability and economic efficiency.
• Monitor and adjust system voltages and frequency; issue reports to MISO, NERC, and DOE.
• Write, issue, and direct switching orders for emergency and normal operations.
• Maintain a daily weather, load, and tie-line control data log.
• Participate in emergency response activities for electric and water systems.

Skills

Verbal communication

Interpersonal skills

Written communication

MS Office proficiency

PC operating systems

Judgment & reasoning

Mathematical skills

Education

High school graduate or equivalent

Associate's degree preferred

NERC Certification within 1 year

Tools

MS Word & Excel

Access databases

Job description

Muscatine Power and Water is seeking a Trainee in its Electric Power System Operator Program. You will gain knowledge across system operations, water system operations, and emergency response, under a NERC-Certified System Operator.

You’ll learn to monitor voltages, manage outages, and coordinate with BES stakeholders while growing toward an Operator I role. The role emphasizes 12-hour shifts, confidentiality, and readiness to work in a high-stress environment, with on-the-job training and