Senior Distribution Dispatch & Restoration Lead

Ohio Power; Gahanna (OH); On-site; USD 116,000 - 151,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits package

Job summary

American Electric Power (AEP) is seeking a Distribution Dispatching Supervisor to lead a rotating shift team and oversee safe, reliable dispatching and restoration across a portion of a distribution system. You will coordinate outages, implement switching instructions, and guide dispatchers in operating procedures.

The role requires extensive dispatching experience, thorough knowledge of distribution systems, and strong communication skills, with a focus on training and performance coaching.

Qualifications

• 7+ years of distribution dispatching experience.
• Thorough knowledge of distribution systems and equipment.
• Acceptable written and verbal communications skills.

Responsibilities

• Supervise a group of dispatchers on a rotating shift schedule in support of Distribution Operations goals.
• Provide a safe and reliable operation, dispatching, and restoration of facilities for a portion of AEP's distribution system.
• Coordinate facility outages optimizing diverse input and necessary Outage Management Systems for restoration efforts.
• Supervise the development and implementation of switching instructions.
• Implement normal and emergency procedures to ensure safe and reliable operation.
• Supervise surveillance of a portion of the AEP distribution system and assist in maintenance of voltages, loadings and security.
• Train and coach dispatchers.

Skills

Dispatching experience

Distribution systems

Communications skills

Education

Two-year technical degree

Job description

American Electric Power (AEP) is seeking a Distribution Dispatching Supervisor to lead a rotating shift team and oversee safe, reliable dispatching and restoration across a portion of a distribution system. You will coordinate outages, implement switching instructions, and guide dispatchers in operating procedures.

The role requires extensive dispatching experience, thorough knowledge of distribution systems, and strong communication skills, with a focus on training and performance coaching.