Associate Dispatcher - Transmission (System Operator)

Duke Energy Corporation•St. Petersburg, FL

9d•Onsite

About The Position

The Associate Dispatcher (System Operator) is a training position in the Duke Energy Florida Energy Control Center for becoming a Dispatcher. The Transmission classification is responsible for all transmission desk functions. During the initial 12–15 months of employment, the Associate Dispatcher completes Duke Energy’s Dispatcher Qualification Program, using classroom instruction, on-the-job training, field experience, and power system simulation to develop proficiency in System Operator functions. The role involves operating and maintaining the high-voltage transmission system safely, reliably, and economically; coordinating and directing transmission switching for routine maintenance and power restoration; optimizing resources to regulate system voltage; analyzing the electric system for harmful contingencies; and developing and implementing plans to mitigate contingencies. Power-system control and monitoring operate 24 hours a day, so the position works 12-hour rotating shifts and has call-out responsibilities. The employee must be available to work as needed at any hour, including nights, weekends, and holidays. The position is onsite at a company facility. Onsite employees must live within a reasonable daily commute, no more than 50 miles one way from their assigned work location. Travel is 5–15%. Relocation assistance may be provided as applicable. This is a represented position in the Main IBEW Florida Union and is not eligible for visa sponsorship.

Requirements

Associate degree in Electrical Technology and 6 years of directly related experience.
Alternatively, a bachelor’s degree in a technical field and 6 years of experience.
Military certifications may be accepted in lieu of the two-year degree in electrical technology.
Pass the EEI System Operator/Power Dispatcher (SOPD) Test as part of pre-employment testing.
Pass a 7-year background check and successfully complete training on critical infrastructure protection.
After acceptance into the Dispatcher Qualification Program, pass the North American Electric Reliability Corporation System Operator Certification Exam during the first year of employment.
Be available to work all hours as needed, including nights, weekends, and holidays.
For the onsite position, live within a reasonable daily commute of the assigned work location, no more than 50 miles one way.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor’s degree in an engineering discipline.
Transmission maintenance, relay technician, or generation plant operator experience.
NERC Certification.

Responsibilities

Complete Duke Energy’s Dispatcher Qualification Program and develop proficiency in Dispatcher functions through classroom training, on-the-job training, field experience, and power system simulation.
Perform transmission desk functions in the Duke Energy Florida Energy Control Center.
Operate and maintain the high-voltage transmission system in a safe, reliable, and economic manner.
Coordinate and direct high-voltage transmission system switching activities for normal maintenance and power restoration.
Optimize resources to regulate system voltage.
Continuously analyze the high-voltage electric system to identify harmful contingencies.
Form contingency plans to mitigate consequences and implement them when contingencies occur.
Work 12-hour rotating shifts and respond to call-outs as needed, including nights, weekends, and holidays.