- Location
- Richmond, Virginia, United States · published
- Workplace
- Onsite
- Type
- Full-time
- Visa
- Not sponsored
- Source
- Workable
Description
Transmission System Operator
Contract-to-Hire
Richmond, VA
Onsite and Rotating Shift Work
CANDIDATE MUST BE AUTHORIZED TO WORK IN THE US WITHOUT SPONSORSHIP
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 the Company.
Once obtained, maintains relevant PJM Transmission Operator and NERC Transmission Operator/Reliability Coordinator certifications.
Maintains knowledge of our 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.