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Associate Transmission System Operator or Transmission System Operator

3 months ago

Richmond, Virginia, United States Dominion Energy Full time
Job Summary

There are multiple positions that will be filled at the level commensurate with the successful candidate's education, experience, knowledge, skills and abilities.

Associate Transmission System Operator

This role works under direct supervision to take and/or direct timely and appropriate real-time actions to maintain the reliability of the Bulk Electric System, during both normal and emergency conditions. Critical, reliability-related tasks are performed under the direct, continuous supervision and observation of a Transmission System Operator, Senior Transmission System Operator, or Supervisor-Electric Transmission Operations. Role obtains PJM and NERC certifications within 8 months of start date. Successfully completes relevant task verifications within 18 months of start date. Monitors elements of the bulk electric system and responds to status changes. Responds to disturbances, emergency events and other changes in weather or system conditions, and makes the appropriate internal and external notifications. Monitors voltage and reactive power flows and utilizes reactive resources to maintain voltage schedules. Prepares switching orders that will isolate work areas and provides a safe zone of protection for both field personnel and equipment. Provides verbal instructions to field personnel engaged in switching operations, and makes the appropriate internal and external notifications. Controls transmission and distribution equipment using Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition (SCADA) as needed. Monitors and regulates the flow of power among interconnected entities. Logs system activities for routine reporting to ensure the accuracy of operational records.

Transmission System Operator

This role has the responsibility and authority to take and/or direct timely and appropriate real-time actions, including the shedding of firm load, to maintain the reliability of the Bulk Electric System, during both normal and emergency conditions. This role is subject to the authority of PJM, which functions as Reliability Coordinator, Transmission Operator, and Balancing Authority.

Critical, reliability-related tasks are performed without obtaining approval from higher-level personnel within Dominion.

Role obtains PJM certification within 4 months of start date. Maintains relevant PJM and NERC certifications. Successfully completes relevant, on-going task verifications within 14 months of hire date. Maintains knowledge of Dominion's operating practices and procedures. Monitors elements of the bulk electric system and responds to status changes. Responds to disturbances, emergency events and other changes in weather or system conditions, and makes the appropriate internal and external notifications. Monitors voltage and reactive power flows and utilizes reactive resources to maintain voltage schedules. Prepares switching orders that will isolate work areas and provide a safe zone of protection for both field personnel and equipment. Provides verbal instructions to field personnel engaged in switching operations, and makes the appropriate internal and external notifications. Controls transmission and distribution equipment using Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition (SCADA) as needed. Monitors and regulates the flow of power among interconnected entities. Logs system activities for routine reporting to ensure the accuracy of operational records.

Perform other duties as requested or assigned.

Required Knowledge, Skills, Abilities & Experience

Associate Transmission System Operator:

  • Requires two-plus years of directly related electrical or mechanical experience (Note: A partial year of related work experience of 6 months or greater will be considered one year towards the qualifications; A master's degree can count as one year experience)
  • Beginner-level knowledge: Mathematics, Safety and emergency procedures)
  • Beginner-level skills: Computer systems (Microsoft Office), Verbal and written communications, Interpersonal, Complex problem-solving, Teamwork and collaboration.
  • Abilities: Critical thinking, Attention to detail, Effectiveness in high stress situations, Personable, flexible and dependable, Honest and ethical
  • Preferred knowledge: Beginner-level knowledge of NERC and PJM regulations, Electrical principles (flow of electricity, magnetism, inductance, capacitance, direct and alternating currents, etc.), Electrical control systems (electrical controls and motors, motor controls and starters, relays, overloads, control circuits, etc.), Substation equipment and operations, Power station operations and generation
  • This position requires you to operate a Dominion Energy vehicle or operate a vehicle on Dominion Energy's behalf
  • In this role you will be expected to report and respond to emergency storm related events.
  • The work schedule for this position requires you to work 12 hour rotating shifts

Transmission System Operator:

  • Requires three-plus years of directly related electrical or mechanical experience, and at least 18 months in a System Operator role (or title that performs the same functions of a Dominion Transmission System Operator) *Note: A partial year of related work experience of 6 months or greater will be considered one year towards the qualifications; A master's degree can count as one year experience
  • Must have current NERC Transmission Operator certification.
  • Current PJM Transmission System Operator certification preferred. If not currently PJM certified, must otherwise have at least three years experience in a System Operator role or title that performs the same functions of a Dominion Transmission System Operator (and must obtain PJM certification within 12 months of start date)
  • Proficient-level knowledge: NERC regulations (Proficient-level knowledge of PJM regulations strongly preferred); Mathematics; Electrical principles (flow of electricity, magnetism, inductance, capacitance, direct and alternating currents, etc.); Electrical control systems (electrical controls and motors, motor controls and starters, relays, overloads, control circuits, etc.); Substation equipment and operations; Power station operations and generation; Industrial safety and emergency procedure
  • Proficient-level skills: Computer systems (Microsoft Word, EMS, DMS, etc.); Verbal and written communications; Interpersonal; Complex problem-solving; Teamwork and collaboration
  • Abilities: Critical thinking; Attention to detail; Effective in high stress situations; Personable, flexible and dependable; Honest and ethical
  • This position requires you to operate a Dominion Energy vehicle or operate a vehicle on Dominion Energy's behalf
  • In this role you will be expected to report and respond to emergency storm related events
  • The work schedule for this position requires you to work 12 hour rotating shifts

Education Requirements

Preferred Associate Degree (or an equivalent combination of education and demonstrated related experience may be accepted in lieu of preferred level of education)

Disciplines Preferred:

Electrical

Engineering

Industrial

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