System Operator I, II, or III

PURPOSE: To acquire the necessary job skills to perform real-time operations of Bulk Power Systems (BPS) performing real-time actions during normal and emergency conditions to ensure the stable and reliable operation of the Bulk Electric System (BES). A System Operator I will be required, within 9 months, to obtain a NERC Certification (BT or RC) and within an additional 6 months to complete AEPCO/NERC Qualification Card.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

• Four years of prior work experience in one of the following areas or a combination of the following areas:
  • Electric utility operations
  • Technical profession in the utilities field
  • Related engineering position
• A High School Diploma or equivalent is required. Bachelor's Degree in applicable field is preferred.
• Ability to create and maintain accurate logs of daily tasks related to generation, transmission
• Required to obtain NERC certification (BT or RC) within 9 months.
• Required to pass the AEPCO/NERC Qualification Card within 6 months after obtaining NERC Certification.
• High level of critical thinking skills.
• High level of multi-tasking abilities.
• Above average mathematical aptitude.
• High level of communication skills including 3-part communications.
• Reasonable mechanical aptitude.
• Ability to pass 7-Year background check.
• High computer literacy.
• Basic understanding of electrical concepts (motors, generators, transformers, etc.)
• Basic knowledge of AEPCO operated power systems.
• Testing required for skill, abilities, and interest.
• Any equivalent combination of related education, training, and/or experience can be substituted for requirements listed above.

ESSENTIAL AND MARGINAL FUNCTIONS:

• Acquire the knowledge to take prompt and appropriate actions to maintain strict compliance with NERC/WECC Reliability Standards for system operations.
• Acquire knowledge of all AEPCO operating procedures under normal and emergency conditions.
• Acquire knowledge of all AEPCO reliability-related tasks under normal and emergency conditions.
• To learn normal transmission and distribution switching.
• Acquire Knowledge to monitor the power system for voltage control, power factor, and equipment loading.
• Acquire knowledge to maintain system frequency and system stability.
• Acquire knowledge to respond to Reserve Sharing Group (RSG) emergencies according to the RSG policies and procedures.
• Acquire knowledge to monitor, assess, and approve E-tags within the OATI application associated with the AEPCO transmission system.
• Become familiar with AEPCO and Metropolitan Water District transmission systems and how they intertie with neighboring systems.
• Actively promote and maintain a team environment.