Senior System Operator

2 weeks ago

Austin, Texas, United States DirectAvance Consulting Full time

About the Job

The SR. System Operator is responsible for operating our transmission and interconnection facilities

continuously 7 days a week, 24 hours a day, 365 days a year. Ensure the operation of assets adhere to

all Electric Reliability Council of Texas (ERCOT), North American Electric Reliability Corporation (NERC),

Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC), and Texas Reliability Entity (TRE) compliance standards

and practices and is consistent with best utility practice. In addition, The System Operator is responsible

for the safety of personnel working on the system and the reliability of the system under the Operator's

control. This position protects against the exposure of penalties and fines associated with non-

compliance of the NERC Reliability Standards. This position reports to the System Operations Supervisor.

Responsibilities

Monitor, support, and sustain the reliable and compliant operation of the power system.

 Responsible for operating the transmission and interconnection facilities in a manner that

ensures the reliability of the Bulk Electric System, while simultaneously maintaining a high

degree of safety for maintenance and production personnel, generating, transmission, and

distribution equipment.

 Accountable for monitoring and operating the transmission assets of an independent power

system within the federally mandated requirements of the NERC reliability standards (Must be

NERC System Operator Certified)

 Manage and communicate the outage of transmission assets while minimizing the disruption of

generation or interchange transactions and maintaining compliance with regulatory and safety

requirements.

 Monitor, operate and maintain the interconnected power system within Security Operating

Limits (SOL) and to a high degree of safety for personnel and protection for all assets

(generation, transmission, and distribution).

 Support system operations staff with the development of switching orders.

Major Activities/Key Challenges

Sr. System Operator

 Monitor and operate the our transmission facilities.

 Accountable for the safe, reliable, and compliant operation of the Bulk Electric System.

 Responsible for continual decision-making to ensure that the transmission system is operated

consistent with NERC Reliability Standards.

 Manage problems on the system, including the shedding of firm load.

 Direct transmission and interconnection assets while maintaining compliance with regulatory

and safety requirements.

 Maintain NERC System Operator certification, Transmission Operator minimum.

 Operate the SCADA/EMS Control system(s) to ensure compliance with its contractual and

ERCOT/TRE/ Public Utility Commission of Texas (PUCT) obligations.

 Responsible for all switching performed for operations and safety of maintenance personnel.

 Responsible for the restoration of the power system after a disturbance and/or the protective

device operations in a timely manner.

 Implement and ensure adherence to Safety Standards during high voltage switching and

maintenance operations.

 Direct and/or perform high voltage switching operations during normal and disturbance

conditions.

 Produce and issue written clearance order procedures for the safe and orderly elimination of

high-voltage hazards for maintenance personnel while maintaining equipment safety and

integrity.

 Provide direction to maintenance and operating personnel during instances of abnormal system

conditions and/or system alarms to troubleshoot any issues.

 Monitor and maintain power systems within normal operating parameters to prevent

disturbances.

 Accumulate and analyze operating data to be utilized in periodic regional and national reports.

 Coordinate, communicate, and cooperate with interconnected Utilities and ERCOT to maintain

the stability and integrity of the interconnected power grid.

 Fill all requirements and responsibilities of a Transmission Operator as per the NERC Standards

according to the NERC and ERCOT registration(s).

 Responsible for coordinating outages of transmission and interconnection assets with ERCOT

and surrounding utilities to support maintenance and construction activities while maintaining

stable, reliable, and safe operation of power system assets.

Essential Knowledge & Skills/Education

 Must have and maintain a NERC Transmission Operator or higher Certification.

 Minimum of five (5) years in power system operations or related field experience or knowledge

received through formal education, training and/or experience operating and/or maintaining

power facilities.

 Knowledge of NERC and other federal regulatory compliance requirements as well as other

federal, state, and local regulatory requirements is required.

 Experience and knowledge of current ERCOT and TRE standards, operating policies, procedures,

and guidelines preferred.

 In-depth knowledge of interconnected transmission system operations, generation

characteristics, and electric utility power system control systems and practices.

 Excellent computer, oral and written communication, interpersonal skills, and be capable of

functioning calmly in emergency situations.

 Must be able to perform independently under all operating conditions.

 Knowledge of impact of weather-related events and operation of other facilities on the

company assets.

 Results driven and accountable for actions.

 Able to accept responsibility, make appropriate decisions, and prioritize and handle multiple

tasks and projects concurrently.

 Demonstrate strong problem-solving skills and be able think independently and be able to

adjust to constantly changing conditions.

 Candidates must be willing to work 12 hour rotating shift schedules and be available for call-

outs, as necessary.

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