Control Center Operator - Level 1
SOLV EnergyAbout the role
SOLV Energy is a leading provider of infrastructure services to the power industry, designing, building and maintaining utility scale solar, battery storage and high voltage substation projects nationwide.
Job Description Summary:
The O&M Control Center Operator – Level 1 will be responsible for ensuring all sites comply with North America Electric Reliability Corporation (NERC) standards, to maintain the reliability of the Bulk Electric System. The Level I OCC Operator will also be responsible for monitoring the performance of, and dispatching technicians for all projects operated by SOLV Energy’s O&M team.This role is based full-time in our office in San Diego, CA. Specific location details and expectations will be discussed during the interview process.
Job Description:
*This job description reflects management's assignment of essential functions; it does not prescribe or restrict the tasks that may be assigned
Position Responsibilities and Duties:
Recognize safety as the number one priority in operations
Perform or support switching operations as directed, safely and without negative impact to personnel or equipment
Maintain compliance with SOLV Energy’s Internal Compliance Program (ICP)
Apply policies and procedures to ensure assets are meeting contractual/NERC obligations and maximum availability
Accurately and thoroughly document activities associated with planned or forced outages
Complete all required training associated with the operation of NERC-registered generators
Provide timely, accurate, and detailed communications logs to internal and external customers
Maintain situational awareness of real-time OCC operations
Monitor data integrity of generating assets
Monitor generating assets’ performance through real-time and historical analytical tools
Communicate with onsite technicians to evaluate alarms and irregularities to plan or take corrective action
Utilize multiple SCADA applications to control generating assets
Provide administrative support through ticketing systems
Properly respond to alarms and requests received by the OCC
Track issues to facilitate timely resolution
Use experience to improve OCC workflows, processes, and training documents
Maintain flexibility in shift assignments due to 24/7 operations
Objectives or Goals to Measure Performance:
Adherence to SOLV Energy’s policies and procedures
Working within SOLV Energy’s business processes
Contributing to an efficient working environment
Accuracy, quality, and timeliness of completed tasks
Customer/Client Satisfaction
Timeliness in responding to system and training needs
Effective coordination of O&M projects with client priorities
Improved personal growth and education
Minimum Skills or Experience Requirements:
High School Diploma or equivalent
Previous control center experience preferred
Ability to comprehend and communicate technical explanations
Written and verbal English fluency
Customer service and interpersonal skills
Ability to work within a team to analyze, troubleshoot, and resolve issues in real-time
Ability to prioritize problems independently
Analytical and quantitative skills
Ability to understand safety principles to support safe work on equipment
Computer literacy with data analysis, modeling, and reporting
Proficiency in MS Office applications
Strong organizational skills
Type 40 GWAM
Phone communication skills
Strong ability to multi-task
Attention to detail
Ability to follow written procedures
SOLV Energy Is an Equal Opportunity Employer
At SOLV Energy we celebrate the power of our differences. We are committed to building diverse, equitable, and inclusive workplaces that improve our communities. SOLV Energy prohibits discrimination and harassment of any kind against an employee or applicant based on race, color, age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, national or
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