District Operator in Training

Requisition

82131

PSEG Company

PSEG Long Island

Salary Range

$ 56.940 - $ 68.450

Work Location Category

Onsite

Summary

Under the general supervision of the NERC certified Principal and Lead System Operator, the District Operator is responsible for the safe, reliable and effective operation of the electric transmission system of Long Island. District Operator in Training will assist in performing the following duties:

• Become familiar with the transmission system and substations, including the operation and capacities of all transmission and substation equipment.
• Acquire a thorough knowledge of Company rules applying to the operation of electric equipment and lines.
• Learn to issue orders in connection with substation and transmission switching and issuing clearances on substation and transmission equipment.
• Analyze system problems and issue orders necessary to maintain continuity of service at all times.
• Prepare necessary operating reports and keep operating log.
• Be able to make accurate decisions quickly.
• Report all abnormal conditions affecting continuity of service.
• Operate supervisory control equipment.
• Perform similar or less skilled work as may be assigned.
• Work a rotating shift position on‑site in Hicksville, NY. 40 hours/week. Shifts are 12 and 8 hours in length and rotate between day and night shifts including weekends and holidays.
• Undergo two separate phases of training after meeting qualifications.

Job Duties & Responsibilities

Phase A

Six to sixteen months as required. Varying periods, from one week to three months, will be spent in various departments of the company, the Training Academy, and on shift completing on‑job training with a Qualified District Operator, after which written and oral examinations will be given for acceptance to Phase B.

Phase B

Up to twenty‑four months as required. After satisfactorily passing the above examinations, the candidate will enter a B phase training period in the Transmission Control Center and may be required to relieve the District Operators during vacations and other absences. Periodic written and oral tests may be given any time during Phase B.

*After a twenty‑four month training period in the Phase B classification employee will be promoted to District Operator First Step. In the event there is a vacancy in the District Operator shift rotation, a B phase District Operator in Training can be promoted to District Operator First Step before the twenty‑four month period is completed.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for operating all equipment on the transmission system.
• For BES elements the DO operates equipment with the approval and at the direction of the NERC certified Senior System Operator or System Operator.
• For transmission elements not related to the BES (operated below 100 kV), the District Operator is authorized to operate equipment without prior approval of the SSO or SO.
• Perform switching and tagging activities associated with planned, forced, and emergency outages.
• Perform system restoration activities.
• Monitor the transmission system in real‑time using the EMS (SCADA) system.
• Direct multi‑station operators to respond to system alarms.
• Re‑configure the transmission system to implement proposed outages.
• Review work requests, ensuring clearance limits are correctly identified.
• Review clearances as to their effects on serving load, and coordination with other outages.
• Follow clearance and control procedures, perform switching and issue work permits to field crews.
• Take back clearances for work on transmission equipment.
• Direct and control transmission switching operations.
• Coordinate switching with other affected systems.
• Review and accept system configuration changes (System Releases).
• Direct the energizing of new facilities.
• Prepare any necessary operating reports and keep operating log.
• Analyze system problems and issue orders necessary to maintain continuity of service at all times.
• Report all abnormal conditions affecting continuity of service to the System Operator.
• Report all abnormal conditions to appropriate repair organizations.
• Handle the curtailment of loads or voltage reduction according to established emergency procedures.
• Operate supervisory control equipment.
• Perform similar or less skilled work as may be required.
• Support job training of new District Operators in training to maintain a competent and qualified workforce.
• Be familiar with the transmission system and substations, including the operation and capacities of all transmission and substation equipment.
• Have a thorough knowledge of Company rules applying to the operation of electric equipment and lines.

Job Qualifications

• Four years of engineering coursework or equivalent, including successful completion of a minimum of formal courses in electrical theory, DC and AC power equipment, physics and mathematics.
• Two years of experience in electric operations, engineering or related work.
• Applicants will be required to take written examinations in which knowledge of basic math concepts, electric theory including AC/DC circuits and power systems is demonstrated, and an approved work aptitude test by an outside consultant.
• Attend a four‑week course at the New York Independent System Operator in Albany, NY within one to two years of taking the position.
• Participate in federally mandated drug and alcohol testing programs.
• Join and maintain membership in the local union 1049 of the IBEW.
• Work multiple shifts; ability to work overtime in accordance with departmental requirements.
• Demonstrate and value differences in others' strengths, perspectives, approaches, and personal choices.

Desired Qualities

• Leadership and good interpersonal skills.
• Ability to handle multiple tasks, prioritize work and provide leadership during critical system events.
• Comfortable making decisions often with limited input and extreme time constraints.
• Good problem‑solving skills.
• Comprehensive computer skills (including Excel and Word).
• Excellent written and clear oral communication skills.

Additional Requirements

• Must be a citizen or national of the USA, or a lawful permanent resident of the United States, or a citizen/ national/ permanent resident of a Generally Authorized destination, or a Protected Individual under the Immigration and Naturalization Act.
• May be required to work extended hours during storm/outage restoration efforts.
• Drug and alcohol testing program includes pre‑employment testing, testing for cause, and post‑incident/accident testing. Employees in federally regulated roles are subject to random drug and alcohol testing including marijuana. CBD products may result in a positive drug test for THC and are not a legitimate medical explanation for a positive result.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

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