Power Dispatcher Interchange Trainee

About the role

Puget Sound Energy's Electric System Controls team is looking for qualified candidates to fill an open Power Dispatcher Interchange Trainee position. Perform interchange scheduling and balancing area accounting functions during 24/7 real-time operations. Safety is the number one priority for Puget Sound Energy.

Responsibilities

• Perform all Non-Reliability & Reliability Related Tasks assigned to the PD I - Interchange position
• Perform PD I duties as described within applicable PSE and Load Office procedures and practices
• Evaluate and process transmission capacity requests
• Create and/or process requests for interchange (E-Tags)
• Monitor available transmission capacity and curtailments on all PSEI commercial paths
• Adjust transmission line limits (TTC)
• Verify transactions for accuracy, completeness, and appropriateness
• Coordinate after-the-fact corrections and accounting updates with adjacent BA's and WECC
• Research and resolve scheduling discrepancies with other balancing areas and entities
• Help to develop and maintain consistent and auditable documentation, processes, and procedures
• Assist in reviewing, documenting, and applying lessons learned
• Provide on-the-job training and mentorship to peers and trainees
• Participate in staff and Load Office meetings
• Perform other duties as assigned

Requirements

• Associate degree or up to two (2) years of college or technical school, or equivalent combination of education and experience
• PER-002 certification per NERC Standards or ability to attain one within one (1) year
• Ability to effectively communicate in verbal and written form with Company personnel, Service Providers, Contractors, and the public
• Ability to work within a small group while creating and sustaining a positive and proactive environment
• Acute attention to detail
• Ability and willingness to learn advanced computer skills and complex control center systems
• Ability to work rotating shifts, including nights, weekends, and holidays, and available for emergency callouts

Qualifications

• One (1) or more years prior related experience with working knowledge of electrical theory, power systems and/or the utility industry

Pay

$64.23 - $64.23 per hour, eligible for annual goals based incentive bonuses.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, vision, basic life, and short- and long-term disability insurance
• Voluntary options: supplemental life insurance, accidental death and dismemberment insurance, flexible spending accounts for health care and dependent daycare, and Employee assistance program (EAP)
• 401(k) investment option and cash balance retirement plan
• Paid Time Off (PTO) and Paid Holidays throughout the calendar year

Schedule

Rotating shifts, including nights, weekends, and holidays, with availability for emergency callouts.