Grid Distribution Switching Coordinator – Onsite (Mon–Fri)

Westinghouse Electric Company LLC; Minneapolis (MN); On-site; USD 96,432 - 103,320; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive Health Benefits

401(k) Savings Plan

Paid Vacations for QualifyingPositions

Job summary

WECTEC Staffing Services in Minneapolis, MN is seeking a Distribution Switching Coordinator to support electrical grid operations by managing switching plans for distribution system work. You will create switching requests, coordinate with control centers, and ensure safe execution following procedures.

The role offers a long-term contract potential with possible future full-time employment. Ideal candidates have 1+ year of distribution experience and a solid understanding of safety tags,

Qualifications

• 1+ years of experience working with electrical distribution systems.
• Utility industry experience.
• Knowledge of safety tags, clearances, switch procedures, and grid operations.

Responsibilities

• Develop and write detailed switching plans for distribution system maintenance, construction, and outage-related work.
• Prepare and submit switching requests for approval.
• Coordinate daily with control center personnel, outage coordination teams, and grid operations staff.
• Schedule approved switching plans and ensure execution.
• Maintain knowledge of electrical safety practices, safety tags, clearances, and switching procedures.
• Support safe work execution by verifying compliance with operational and safety requirements.
• Be the contact for switching-related questions before, during, and after work execution.
• Review upcoming workload and prioritize switching plans to support operational schedules.
• Collaborate with team members to ensure work is completed safely, and with minimal system impact.

Skills

Distribution experience

Grid operations

Lineman background

Job description

WECTEC Staffing Services in Minneapolis, MN is seeking a Distribution Switching Coordinator to support electrical grid operations by managing switching plans for distribution system work. You will create switching requests, coordinate with control centers, and ensure safe execution following procedures.

The role offers a long-term contract potential with possible future full-time employment. Ideal candidates have 1+ year of distribution experience and a solid understanding of safety tags,