Senior Distribution Operator: 24/7 Grid Ops & ADMS Lead

Central Hudson; City of Kingston (NY); On-site; USD 114,200 - 171,300; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) Retirement Savings Plan with substantial company match

Life and Travel Insurance

Tuition Assistance

Wellness Reimbursement Program

Paid Holidays and Vacation

Job summary

A regional utility provider in Kingston, NY is seeking a Senior Distribution Operator. This role involves overseeing the 24x7 operation of gas and electric distribution systems. The ideal candidate must hold an associate's degree in Engineering or a related field with at least one year of relevant control room experience. Responsibilities include supervising personnel, developing operational policies, and ensuring reliable distribution service. This position requires strong communication skills and the ability to work rotating shifts.

Qualifications

• 1+ year of experience in control room operations or related fields.
• Must be willing to work rotating shifts and complete a personal risk assessment.
• Valid driver’s license is required.

Responsibilities

• Oversees the operation of the gas and electric distribution systems.
• Monitors and improves performance of shift personnel.
• Develops and implements policies for Distribution System Operations.

Skills

Investigative skills

Communication skills

Attention to detail

Computer proficiency

Ability to prioritize tasks

Education

Associate’s degree in Engineering or related field

High school diploma or equivalency with relevant experience

Tools

Microsoft Office

EMS/SCADA

Transmission Outage application

Job description

A regional utility provider in Kingston, NY is seeking a Senior Distribution Operator. This role involves overseeing the 24x7 operation of gas and electric distribution systems. The ideal candidate must hold an associate's degree in Engineering or a related field with at least one year of relevant control room experience. Responsibilities include supervising personnel, developing operational policies, and ensuring reliable distribution service. This position requires strong communication skills and the ability to work rotating shifts.