Sr Dist System Operator

Pepco; Joliet (IL); On-site; USD 91,000 - 125,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual bonus 15%

401(k) match

Medical, dental and vision insurance

Life and disability insurance

Generous paid time off

Employee Assistance Program

Wellbeing programs

Referral bonus

Job summary

Exelon is seeking a Distribution System Operator 2 in Joliet, Illinois to manage switching, tagging and real-time operations for a safe, reliable electric distribution system. The role requires leadership, adherence to safety procedures and the ability to work extended shifts, including weekends and holidays.

Responsibilities include supervising switching activities, maintaining system voltages and maps, and coordinating with field teams during outages and emergencies.

Qualifications

• Meet all requirements of a Distribution System Operator 2 and have a minimum of 12-month Distribution System Operator 2 or equivalent experience.
• Thorough understanding of the EU distribution system, ability to recognize system configuration and loading issues, contingency planning.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills.
• Demonstrated analytical skills and judgment.
• Demonstrated ability to respond to emergencies and manage stressful situations.
• Ability to work shift work.

Responsibilities

• Follow established policies, procedures and guidelines on distribution system operations. Maintain the system integrity, reliability and security.
• Gather and analyze system data to determine the feasibility of switching requests. Verify safe operation of the electrical system.
• Independently directs and supervises electrical switching, placement of safety tags and testing activities.
• Notify and direct personnel to outages, equipment failures and emergencies.
• Maintain system voltages, loadings and maps; keep supervisors informed of abnormal conditions.

Skills

Distribution system ops

Written & verbal comms

Analytical thinking

Emergency response

Shift work

Education

Bachelor's degree in engineering/technology/math/business

Job description

Who We Are

We're powering a cleaner, brighter future.

Exelon is leading the energy transformation, and we're calling all problem solvers, innovators, community builders and change makers. Work with us to deliver solutions that make our diverse cities and communities stronger, healthier and more resilient.

We're powered by purpose-driven people like you who believe in being inclusive and creative, and value safety, innovation, integrity and community service. We are a Fortune 200 company, 20,000 colleagues strong serving more than 10.7 million customers at six energy companies -- Atlantic City Electric (ACE), Baltimore Gas and Electric (BGE), Commonwealth Edison (ComEd), Delmarva Power & Light (DPL), PECO Energy Company (PECO), and Potomac Electric Power Company (Pepco).

We're committed to creating an environment where every person can thrive. Our employee experience is grounded in four tenets that guide how we support our people: purposeful careers, growth opportunities, community impact, and support to thrive.

In our relentless pursuit of excellence, we elevate diverse voices, fresh perspectives and bold thinking. And since we know transforming the future of energy is hard work, we provide competitive compensation, incentives, excellent benefits and the opportunity to build a rewarding career.

Are you in?

Primary Purpose

Optimize the practices, policies, procedures and programs to operate the electric distribution system in a safe, reliable and efficient manner with the welfare of employees, customers, the public and shareholders in mind. Follow established operating practices and procedures as they relate to customer restoration, switching and operating for scheduled and emergent work. Manage real-time system alarm status and loading conditions. Perform system restoration during storms and emergency events. Perform the work of receiving, recording, routing, dispatching customer calls, information, orders, and emergency calls. Serve as the tagging authority by leading and directing the application of the safety tagging procedures. Execute line clearance orders by confirming and directing the placement of tags in accordance with LOTO. Lead, direct and supervise associates in restoring customers and safely clearing and restoring equipment. Recognize and reinforce strong performers. Take appropriate administrative actions to address weak performers. Control and operate the distribution system. Span of control includes all devices connected to the distribution system including distribution automation equipment and network underground systems. Respond to electrical service interruptions involving all distribution system. Perform electrical switching on a planned, emergent and emergency basis on distribution system. Maintain system voltages as well as line and equipment loadings within acceptable limits. Maintain and apply a working knowledge of the Exelon Management Model for business controls and meet management's expectation for conducting effective business. Demonstrate proficiency at multiple operating desks. Provides training to less experienced employees. Requires minimal guidance and demonstrates leadership throughout the OCC. Position requires the ability to work extended hours, rotating shifts, weekends, and holidays and overtime on regularly scheduled days off to support operations, including coverage during storms or other energy delivery emergencies.

Primary Duties

• Follow established policies, procedures and guidelines on distribution system operations. Maintain the system integrity, reliability and security of distribution system in a safe, reliable and efficient manner.
• Gather and analyze system data to determine the feasibility of switching requests. Verify the safe and efficient operation of the electrical system.
• Compile switching routines within system loading and system configuration parameters and provide guidelines to ensure proper clearance for switching requests. Develop and provide emergency switching plans based on last contingencies.
• Independently directs and supervises all electrical switching, placement of safety tags and testing activities on the system in a safe, reliable and efficient manner.
• Notify and direct appropriate personnel including but not limited to Operating, Construction, Customer and Contractor Personnel, as may be needed to take the necessary actions associated with outages, equipment failure, emergencies and various events on the distribution system.
• Provides training for less experienced employees
• Maintain system voltages, line and equipment loadings within acceptable limits
• Keep supervisors informed of abnormal system conditions, major customer outages and equipment related problems
• Maintain current system status information on SCADA displays, operating maps and switching routines. Interface with mapping and monitor the accuracy of new maps issued for project diagram and other related work.
• Maintain operating log, interruption reports and associated records to accurately record system status and sequence of events.

Job Scope

• Functional control over various operating, construction, testing, customer and contractor groups in the performance of electrical switching, repair, testing and related work activities involving lines, transformers, and other equipment under the jurisdiction of the Distribution System Operator. The different groups include Substation and overhead operating, overhead and underground maintenance, substation maintenance, Distribution Testing and Substation Testing.
• The consequences of operating errors or improper system operation could cost the company millions of dollars in direct, indirect and intangible costs such as the loss of customer good will, damaged company equipment, damaged customer equipment and damage to the company's public image.
• Independent judgment is essential in making the real time decisions necessary to maintain the integrity, reliability and security of the Exelon Utilities distribution system.

Minimum Qualifications

• Meet all requirements of a Distribution System Operator 2 and have a minimum of 12-month Distribution System Operator 2 or equivalent experience.
• Thorough understanding of the EU distribution system, the ability to recognize system configuration and loading issues, ability to formulate contingency plans and thorough knowledge and understanding of proper operating procedures obtained through successful completion of formal OCC training
• Excellent written and oral communication skills
• Demonstrated analytical skills and judgment
• Demonstrated ability to respond to emergencies and manage stressful situations
• Ability to work shift work

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in engineering, technology, math, or business, with a heavy technology curriculum.

Benefits

• Annual salary will vary based on a candidate’s skills, qualifications, experience, and other factors: $91,200.00/Yr. – $125,400.00/Yr.
• Annual Bonus for eligible positions: 15%
• 401(k) match and annual company contribution
• Medical, dental and vision insurance
• Life and disability insurance
• Generous paid time off options, including vacation, sick time, floating and fixed holidays, maternity leave and bonding/primary caregiver leave or parental leave
• Employee Assistance Program and resources for mental and emotional support
• Wellbeing programs such as tuition reimbursement, adoption and surrogacy assistance and fitness reimbursement
• Referral bonus program
• And much more

Note: Exelon-sponsored compensation and benefit programs may vary or not apply based on length of service, job grade, job classification or represented status. Eligibility will be determined by the written plan or program documents.