Transmission System Operator - Associate, Mid, and Senior (On-site)

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Military service members and veterans with ranks from E3-E5, W1-W2, or O1-O3, plus appropriate equivalent combination of education and years of experience as outlined below will be considered for this opportunity. 

At this time, Dominion Energy cannot transfer or sponsor a work visa or employment authorization for this position.

 

 

Job Summary- Associate Transmission System Operator

 

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. 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. Perform other duties as requested or assigned.

Job Summary - Transmission System Operator

 

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. Once obtained, maintains relevant PJM Transmission Operator and NERC Transmission Operator/Reliability Coordinator certifications. 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.

Job Summary - Senior Transmission System Operator

Senior 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 emergenc