Associate Distribution Dispatcher

Duke Energy•St. Petersburg, FL

8d•Onsite

About The Position

The Associate Dispatcher is a training position for becoming a Distribution Dispatcher in the Duke Energy Florida's Distribution Control Center. The job responsibility of the Associate Distribution Dispatcher is to complete The Dispatcher Qualification Program which typically takes between eighteen to twenty-four months. The goal of the program is to develop proficiency in all Distribution Dispatcher functions through the use of various training methods including the classroom, on-the-job training, and field experience. The Distribution Dispatcher functions include operating the electrical distribution system in a safe and reliable manner; monitoring multiple computer applications for system alarms and outages; coordinating and directing switching activities for normal maintenance and power restoration; forming contingency plans to mitigate consequences and implementing contingency plans should an event occur; and dispatching service level work orders to field resources. The position requires a two part pre-employment testing: - System Operator Power Dispatch test (SO/PD) Progression through the hiring process will be contingent upon the SOPD test recommendation, and a formal interview.

Requirements

High School Diploma or equivalent.
Must meet one of the following criteria:
Journeyman lineman
Journeyman electrician-substation
System Protection & Control Technician (Relay Tech)
5 years of distribution, transmission, production, or power-utility related experience
3 years distribution transmission, production, or power-utility related experience and Associate’s Degree in related field
1 year distribution transmission, production, or power-utility related experience and Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical Engineering
Must pass a two-part pre-employment test: System Operator Power Dispatch test (SO/PD).
Must be able to work lawfully in the U.S. without employment-based immigration sponsorship, now or in the future.

Nice To Haves

Ability to comprehend one-line and three-line diagrams.
Experience with SCADA and OMS applications.
Must be able to work in a high-paced, rapidly changing environment.

Responsibilities

Complete The Dispatcher Qualification Program (typically 18-24 months).
Operate the electrical distribution system in a safe and reliable manner.
Monitor multiple computer applications for system alarms and outages.
Coordinate and direct switching activities for normal maintenance and power restoration.
Form contingency plans to mitigate consequences and implement contingency plans should an event occur.
Dispatch service level work orders to field resources.