Apprentice Transmission Generation Operations Dispatcher 1st step

Requisition ID: 17414

 

Join us in building a better future for Arizona!

SRP is one of the largest public power and water utilities in the U.S. providing electricity to approximately one million customers in the greater metropolitan Phoenix area. Since its founding in 1903, SRP has fostered a culture of stewardship and customer service consistently ranking as an industry leader in customer service according to J.D. Power and named one of Arizona's best employers by Forbes. SRP continues to adapt to its changing business environment by seeking innovative ways to reimagine utility service and the provision of critical resources essential to the life and economy of Arizona.

 

Why Work at SRP

At SRP, we foster an inclusive work environment and believe everyone should have a fair chance to work, regardless of who they are. That’s why we value teams with diverse perspectives, experiences, and backgrounds to help SRP deliver on its mission of providing reliable, affordable and sustainable water and power.

 

SRP's success is rooted in our employees' happiness, health, and safety. That's why we offer a comprehensive benefits package to meet the needs of our employees and enhance their well-being. In addition to competitive pay and performance incentives, eligible employees can take advantage of the following benefits:

 

• Pension Plan (at no cost to the employee)
• 401(k) plan with employer matching
• Available your first day: Medical, vision, dental, and life insurance
• Over 200+ hours of PTO (includes vacation days, holidays, floating holidays, and sick leave)
• Parental leave (up to 4 weeks) and adoption assistance
• Wellness programs (including access to a recreation and fitness facility)
• Short and long-term disability plans
• Tuition assistance for both undergraduate and graduate programs
• 10 Employee Resource Groups for career development, community service, and networking

 

Summary

Transmission/Generation Operations Power Dispatchers have the full authority and responsibility to operate SRP’s power delivery system and Balancing Authority Area safely, reliably and in full compliance with the North American Electric Reliability Corporation (NERC). PDO Dispatchers operate the Power Delivery System, while AGC Dispatchers operate the Balancing Authority Area. AGC Dispatchers are also responsible for the duties required for SRP to participate in organized energy markets.

Additional responsibilities for both Dispatcher positions include an extensive knowledge of interconnected power system operations, competency with highly technical computer-based tools, and effective interaction with other utilities, SRP Power Delivery construction and maintenance personnel (PDO), SRP generating stations and SRP energy trading groups (AGC).

TGO Dispatcher Apprentices are trained in all relevant areas of Transmission/Generation Operations to become proficient in both Dispatcher Roles.

Any one position may not include all duties nor do the example of duties include all tasks, which may be found in the position of this class.

What You'll Do

PDO:

• Has full responsibility and authority as a Transmission Operator to take the actions necessary to ensure safe and reliable operation in compliance with NERC Reliability Standards.
• Directs power delivery system operations in accordance with established NERC Reliability Standards and SRP operating procedures.
• Directs switching of facilities, issues clearances, and issues hold tags to field personnel in compliance with SRP procedures and safety practices.
• Coordinates real time maintenance outages on transmission, sub transmission, system communication equipment, protective relay systems and system control equipment.
• Directs restoration of the power delivery system after system disturbances.
• Notifies proper personnel in case of damage of SRP facilities and accidents within SRP.
• Responsible for proper handling of industrial customer inquiries.
• Coordinates real-time maintenance outages on power delivery system facilities.

AGC:

• Has full responsibility and author