Dist System Operator II

About the role

We 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.

Responsibilities

• Follow established policies, procedures and guidelines on distribution system operations.
• Maintain the system integrity, reliability and security of the 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.
• Develop and provide emergency switching plans based on last contingencies.
• Direct and supervise 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.
• 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.
• Maintain operating log, interruption reports and associated records to accurately record system status and sequence of events.

Requirements

• Meet job requirements of Distributed System Operator 1 job requirements AND have at least 6 months Distributor System Operator 1 equivalent experience.
• Ability and willingness to progress to higher Distribution System Operator job classifications.
• Able to sit and stand for extended periods of time.
• Must have the ability to differentiate between and recognize specific colors on computer schematics that relay important system configuration information.
• Thorough understanding of the Exelon Utilities 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.
• Able to work shift work.

Qualifications

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

Skills

• Ability to work extended hours, rotating shifts, weekends, and holidays and overtime on regularly scheduled days off to support operations for coverage during storms or other energy delivery emergencies.

Benefits

• Annual salary will vary based on a candidate’s skills, qualifications, experience, and other factors.
• Annual Bonus for eligible positions: 10%
• 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

Pay

Annual salary will vary based on a candidate’s skills, qualifications, experience, and other factors: $84,000.00/Yr. – $115,500.00/Yr.

Schedule

Position requires the ability to work extended hours, rotating shifts, weekends, and holidays and overtime on regularly scheduled days off to support operations for coverage during storms or other energy delivery emergencies.