Transmission System Operator Trainee, Bulk Power Systems

MASSACHUSETTS MARITIME ACADEMY; Boston (MA); On-site; USD 120,073 - 146,756; Full time

Job summary

Eversource is seeking a Transmission System Operator Trainee for Bulk Power Systems in Dorchester, MA. The role requires deep knowledge of transmission operations and hands-on coordination with ISO-NE to maintain reliability.

Candidates must pass assessments, complete NERC Operator Certification within six months, and demonstrate proficiency with EMS software and desktop tools. Union represented position with structured progression.

Qualifications

• Requires a Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering, Business Administration, or related field and five years of relevant experience, or an Associate’s Degree with seven years of experience, or nine years of related experience.
• Must pass Transmission Operator Assessment.
• Must complete NERC Certified System Operator Examination and obtain certification within six months.

Responsibilities

• Monitor and control the transmission system to ensure safe, reliable operation.
• Issue clearances and switching orders, and direct tagging of transmission equipment.
• Direct restoration after outages and coordinate with ISO-NE and other centers.

Skills

EMS software proficiency

MS Word & Excel

Transmission system knowledge

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering, Business Administration, or related

Associate’s Degree in Engineering, Business Administration, or related

Job description

Transmission System Operator Trainee, Bulk Power Systems

Eversource

Posted: 7/17/26

Location: Dorchester MA

Union Represented Position

Compensation

Starting annual salary of $133,415.43, with a structured progression schedule as follows:
$140,086.20
$145,436.17
$152,093.61
$157,603.64

Remarks

Transmission Operator is self-directed and has the responsibility and authority to implement real time actions and reliable operation of the Bulk Electric System. This position is also responsible for monitoring and controlling Eversource’s Electric Transmission System on a continuous basis during normal and emergency conditions to ensure safe, reliable, and economic operations. Issues clearances and switching orders and directs the tagging of transmission equipment. Directs the restoration of the transmission system following a major system outage, load shedding, or blackout. Using Energy Management System (EMS) software, this position evaluates transmission system reliability then develops and implements appropriate action plans. Ensures transmission system activities and conditions are communicated and coordinated with ISO-NE, other Control Centers, and Eversource personnel.

Minimum Qualifications

1. Requires extensive knowledge of utility transmission system design, operations, maintenance and construction principles and practices, safety standards and business processes. Ability to use Energy Management System Software, interpret results, and initiate appropriate actions. Ability to use PC desktop applications (e.g. Microsoft Word and Excel).
2. Requires a Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering, Business Administration, or related discipline plus five years of experience in Transmission, Distribution, Generation Dispatch or Generation Operations position OR Associate’s Degree in Engineering, Business Administration or related discipline plus seven years of experience in Transmission, Distribution, Generation Dispatch or Generation Operations position OR minimum of nine years experience in Transmission, Distribution, Generation Dispatch or Generation Operations position.
3. Must successfully pass Transmission Operator Assessment.
4. Must successfully complete NERC Certified System Operator Examination and obtain a NERC Transmission Operator Certification within six months of employment or date accepted position. Certification must be maintained in accordance with NERC and Company requirements.