Assistant Transmission Operator

Central Hudson Gas & Electric•Kingston, NY

3d•$48 - $57•Onsite

About The Position

Assistant Transmission Operators (ATOs) work an 8-hour rotating shift in our 24/7 “state-of-the art” System Operations Control Room which coordinates the work of personnel engaged in the safe and reliable operation of the electric and gas transmission systems. An ATO must possess the ability and skills necessary to fully operate various software programs that the Company utilizes to monitor and control the electric and gas transmission systems, assess storm damage, assign and dispatch field personnel, and optimize crew and work schedules. An ATO must be able to multitask, communicate effectively to direct field personnel, and collaborate in an interactive team environment.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalency degree and at least one of the following:
Associate's degree in Engineering, Mechanical Science or other technology related field (preferred)
3+ years of experience in electric or gas operations or engineering, power plant operations or maintenance, emergency response dispatch, or military, with at least one of the following:
(i) Nine (9) credit hours in Engineering, Mechanical Science or other technology related field
(ii) Military technical training
(iii) Nuclear training
(iv) Other applicable documented training programs
Valid driver's license

Nice To Haves

Associate's degree in Engineering, Mechanical Science or other technology related field (preferred)

Responsibilities

Under direct supervision of a Chief Transmission Operator, prepares, reviews, and executes transmission switching and valve orders in accordance with company policies
Under direct supervision, performs the functions of a real-time operating position including but not limited to monitoring the pre and post contingency voltage and power flow parameters of the electric transmission system and pressure and flow rate parameters of the gas transmission system
Under direct supervision, adjusts transmission system resources to maintain parameters within established limits and promptly acknowledges and responds to system alarms
Monitors access to the control centers in accordance with the Company's NERC (North American Electric Reliability Corporation) CIP (Critical Infrastructure Protection) cyber security policy
Ensures the highest levels of safe work practices are observed by personnel (including field personnel) to strive for an accident and injury free workplace
Performs callouts for additional resources when directed
Successfully completes all required training
Performs other duties as assigned
Works an 8-hour rotating shift schedule