Distribution System Operator I - OH Distribution Operations - Akron Fairlawn

About the role

This is an open position with Cleveland Electric Illuminating Co, a subsidiary of FirstEnergy Corp. The role is based in Akron, OH, and reports under the general supervision of the Regional Distribution Control Center staff. All candidates must live within a 45-minute commute time to the office location.

Responsibilities

• Monitor the day-to-day operations of the regional distribution system
• Demonstrate a solid commitment to all aspects of safety, including adherence to the Accident Prevention Handbook (APH) and Manual of Operations
• Recommend operational improvements and communicate system events to appropriate personnel
• Demonstrate sound internal and/or external customer service
• Operate the Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition (SCADA) Energy Management System (EMS), Automated Mapping/Facilities Management (GIS) computer system, PowerOn Outage Management System (OMS), Energy Delivery Outage Application (EDOA), DCC Notification System, as well as radio and telephone systems
• Analyze and act promptly in cases of system disturbance so that the system can be restored to a normal configuration
• Provide technical analysis, monitor systems, schedule and/or authorize FirstEnergy distribution equipment outages and load transfers
• Develop detailed scenarios to identify operating problems caused by contingency outages
• Assign and direct switching activities and work assignments to field personnel
• Monitor system and weather conditions
• Coordinate staffing requirements by calling additional resources to handle emergencies
• Complete training and development to progress to the Regional Distribution System Operator level
• Possess basic understanding of Bargaining Unit Agreements with field labor

Qualifications

• Associate's degree or higher in Electrical Engineering/Electrical Engineering Technology, or related certification from an accredited institution is required, or
• Minimum of 2–4 years' related work experience (experience must demonstrate understanding to operate the distribution system)
• Pass the Edison Electric Institute (EEI) System Operator/Power Dispatching Test (SO/PD II)
• Capable of effective performance in problem solving, multi-tasking, and teamwork
• Demonstrate effective performance in prioritizing work for efficient and safe operations
• Knowledge of, or ability to learn, Transmission and Distribution operation, maintenance and construction practices, procedures, work methods, materials, equipment and tools to operate the distribution system
• Strong reading and comprehension skills to effectively interpret switching requests, engineering drawings, schematics, equipment instruction manuals, standards and procedures used to develop distribution switching orders
• Skills in the development, collection, organization and analysis of information from a variety of sources to develop switching orders and recommendations
• Strong oral and written communication skills to effectively communicate with customers, supervisors, peers, employees, and contractors involved with the construction, operation and maintenance of the Transmission and Distribution facilities
• Demonstrate a questioning attitude to learn, produce results and develop relationships
• Sufficient maturity to exercise independent judgment on moderately complex projects and assignments
• Excellent interpersonal and analytical skills to make quick assessments and deliver well-thought decisions in high-pressure situations
• Knowledge of, or ability to learn, specific mainframe and computer applications
• Ability to remain professional in high stress, high volume work environment
• Willing to work rotating shifts and be available for overtime work when needed