Real-Time Power Dispatcher: Outages & Safety

Seattle City Light; Seattle (WA); On-site; USD 123,000 - 132,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits package

Job summary

Seattle City Light is seeking safety‑conscious Power Dispatchers to join the System Operations Center in Seattle. The role focuses on real-time dispatching, alarms, outages, and coordinating with field crews to maintain grid reliability.

The position reports to the Chief Power Dispatcher and requires experience in dispatcher duties, problem solving under pressure, and a commitment to safety and customer service. A Washington driver’s license or ability to obtain is required.

Qualifications

• Requires two years performing the work of an Assistant Power Dispatcher, with related training.
• Washington State driver's license or ability to obtain within 30 days of hire.
• Navy Nuclear Electrician Mate or Navy Nuclear Electronics Technician programs may satisfy qualifications.

Responsibilities

• Plan and execute switching to maintain system integrity and return to normal.
• Investigate alarms and outages, assess needs, and dispatch crews for repairs.
• Issue clearances and manage switching sequences for routine and emergency requests.
• Maintain and update Power Dispatcher/Service Dispatcher logs and clearances.
• Maintain records, maps and drawings of the distribution system and equipment.
• Monitor the distribution system using computer monitoring systems and reports from substation operators.
• Answer customer calls about outages and abnormal conditions and dispatch as needed.
• Maintain data and computer programs.

Skills

Dispatcher experience

Decision making

Safety minded

On-call readiness

Education

Navy Nuclear training

Electrical Apprenticeship

Job description

Seattle City Light is seeking safety‑conscious Power Dispatchers to join the System Operations Center in Seattle. The role focuses on real-time dispatching, alarms, outages, and coordinating with field crews to maintain grid reliability.

The position reports to the Chief Power Dispatcher and requires experience in dispatcher duties, problem solving under pressure, and a commitment to safety and customer service. A Washington driver’s license or ability to obtain is required.