Utility Systems Operator – Trainee to Senior (24/7)

City of Goldsboro; Georgetown (KY); On-site; USD 43,000 - 69,000; Full time

Job summary

Georgetown Utilities is seeking an Electric Distribution Operator to monitor and control the city’s distribution system. The role emphasizes safety, regulatory compliance, and rapid response to outages, including 24/7 shift coverage and on-call duties during emergencies.

The incumbent will operate capacitor banks, coordinate outages, and respond to SCADA alarms, while maintaining accurate operational records and reporting to stakeholders.

Qualifications

• Associate’s degree in electrical engineering technology or related field.
• Two years of full-time experience in utility system operations; substitution rules apply.

Responsibilities

• Monitors and operates the distribution system safely and efficiently.

Skills

SCADA operation

Electric distribution

Emergency operations

Phone & radio ops

Clear communication

Reading technical docs

Math proficiency

Education

Associate’s degree in electrical engineering technology

2 years utility system operations experience

Tools

ESRI software

SCADA systems

Job description

Georgetown Utilities is seeking an Electric Distribution Operator to monitor and control the city’s distribution system. The role emphasizes safety, regulatory compliance, and rapid response to outages, including 24/7 shift coverage and on-call duties during emergencies.

The incumbent will operate capacitor banks, coordinate outages, and respond to SCADA alarms, while maintaining accurate operational records and reporting to stakeholders.