System Operators

JOB SUMMARY/PURPOSE

Main responsibilities include safely managing the operations of Entergy's bulk electric system, interacting with various stakeholders, and maintaining system conditions.

JOB DUTIES/RESPONSIBILITIES

• Demonstrate effective understanding of general operating instructions, Entergy T&D Safety Manual, and Switching Tagging & Clearance Procedures
• Identify and contribute to the resolution of complex technical, operational, and organizational issues
• Develop and maintain effective working relationships with internal and external stakeholders and key strategic partners
• Direct Entergy's switching tagging and clearance processes in a way that reinforces safety commitments
• Operate the Entergy Control Area in compliance with all applicable FERC, NERC, and SERC Operating Policies
• Maintain Entergy's system within SOL and IROL limits; maintain accurate documentation concerning system conditions and actions taken
• Schedule, coordinate, and direct personnel in the performance of routine and emergency switching for transmission line and substation equipment outages
• Communicate transmission system status to internal and external customers as permitted by FERC guidelines
• Maintain transmission grid awareness by analyzing and appropriately responding to transmission and substation equipment SCADA alarms
• Perform actions and assume responsibility as required for areas containing Cyber Security Assets
• Establish and maintain effective working relationships with peers and Transmission Control Center customers

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

• Minimum Experience:
  • System Operator Trainee: NERC System Operator certification to be obtained within the first 12 months of employment. If unable to obtain certification in the specified time period, employment for this position will be terminated.
  • System Operator I: Minimum experience level as a System Operator Trainee AND must be NERC System Operator certified and able to independently perform core functions of a System Operator
  • System Operator II: At least 3 years of experience as an Operator I or equivalent experience
  • System Operator, Sr: At least 3 years of experience as an Operator II or equivalent experience
• Minimum Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
  • Exhibit and continually display effective utilization and internalization of Entergy Employee Practices and behaviors related to respect, open & trusting interactions, diversity & inclusion, accountability, safety, flexibility, leadership, and communications
  • Demonstrate effective interpersonal and communication skills necessary to develop relationships, which will promote an atmosphere of mutual trust and respect
  • Utilize appropriate analytical and technical skills to understand, communicate, and resolve issues in response to a dynamic and changing work environment
  • Able to manage multiple priorities; effective prioritization of competing issues, and recognizing relevant constraints and opportunities
  • Effective communication to interact with personnel at all levels of the organization
  • People management skills, including the ability to effectively coach others and hold others appropriately accountable
  • Able to make and carry out clearly thought out operating decisions during both normal and emergency conditions
  • Able to obtain NERC certification within the first twelve months of employment. If unable to obtain certification in the specified time period, employment for this position will be terminated
  • Strong technical and operational skills and ability to recognize "off-normal" conditions per industry standards
  • Able to work rotating shift
  • Able to perform core duties of the job
  • Possess a strong computer proficiency
• Any Certificates, Licenses, etc.:
  • NERC System Operator certification to be obtained within the first 12 months of employment. If unable to obtain certification in the specified time period, employment for this position will be terminated
• Preference for the Following:
  • Four-Year Degree in a technical area, preferably Electrical Engineering or equivalent work experience to consist of the following:
  • Two, preferably four years, of Control Room Operator experience, Transmission/Distribution utility experience, or experience in a transferable technical field
  • Relevant military experience
  • Experience operating in an ISO, RTO, or similar type market structure
  • Relay, substation, and/or control center experience
  • Operational and technical knowledge of substation equipment & interpreting one-line diagrams
  • Demonstrated understanding of powerflow and powerflow principles
  • Openness and willingness to explore alternative approaches; willingness to drive change when needed

Pay

Competitive

Schedule

Rotating Shift