Distribution Dispatcher Associate- Senior

American Electric Power • Salem, VA

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About The Position

Responsible for assisting in the safe and reliable operation, dispatching, and restoration of facilities for the AEP Distribution System as assigned. This job posting is posted in a range from Dist Dispatcher Associate to Senior. This role is responsible for assisting in the safe and reliable operation, dispatching and restoration of facilities for AEP APCO.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in any field, OR Associate’s degree in electrical or electronic technology, OR High School Diploma with 2 years of experience with technical customer support and service, including successful multi-tasking and handling of multiple programs/screens.
• Successful completion of the System Operator/Power Dispatching Selection System (SO/PD) is required for this position.
• Rotating shift work required.
• Must maintain a high availability for call-out response.
• Due to call-out responsibility, applicants must live within or be willing to relocate to within 30 minutes of the reporting location.
• Must satisfactorily complete required training and testing to progress to the next level within the Distribution Dispatcher Associate classification within 2 years and to the Distribution Dispatcher classification within 4 years or vacate the position.
• Must be able to work under pressure during periods of critical system conditions and deal with diverse situations simultaneously.
• Minimum two years of experience as a Distribution Dispatcher.
• Successfully complete training and pass the examination for a Distribution Dispatcher Sr.

Responsibilities

• Promote and enforce the Company's Safety and Health programs.
• Be knowledgeable and adhere to written company and department policy and procedures.
• Demonstrate the highest standards of ethical behavior and support the Company's Corporate Compliance Policy.
• Effectively operate company communication equipment.
• Track crew locations and ongoing work on the distribution system.
• Dispatch service personnel to respond to outage and emergency situations.
• Authorize the energizing and restoration of distribution facilities.
• Maintain accurate outage records.
• Maintain accurate records of abnormal and defective equipment for distribution facilities.

Benefits

• In addition to a competitive compensation, AEP offers a unique comprehensive benefits package that aims to support and enhance the overall well-being of our employees.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Associate degree