Distribution Sys Oper Supv II

Ameren•Saint Louis, MO

13d

About The Position

The Distribution System Op Supervisor directs field personnel in the operation of the subtransmission and distribution system in a safe and cost effective manner to ensure continuity of electric service to customers as well as restore electric service to customers in a timely manner.

Requirements

High School Diploma or equivalent required.
Five or more years directly relevant experience (e.g., distribution systems, electric operations or construction, journeyman level electrician, dispatch experience) required without Bachelors Degree; Three or more years of other relevant experience may be considered with Bachelor’s Degree in technical discipline.
Pass the SO/PD II Test (required).
Must have working knowledge of electrical distribution system design and operations.
Effective organizational, decision-making, troubleshooting, communication, and human-relation skills.
Must have the ability to direct and supervise a number of diversified, concurrent field activities which could greatly affect Ameren’s customers, personnel, and financial resources.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor of Science Degree in a technical discipline from an accredited college or university preferred.
Strong PC/computer skills preferred.

Responsibilities

Recognize, analyze, and take steps to resolve complex anomalies that occur on the electric distribution system. This includes analyzing information from a variety of electronic systems, operating manuals, customer calls, and any pertinent information from field workers to determine the extent of the issue.
Exercise jurisdictional / functional authority and issue and monitor Workmen's Protection Assurance for the electric distribution system.
Dispatch and direct field personnel in response to electric distribution system emergencies.
Supervise, train, evaluate, and counsel field personnel in the safe, efficient, and reliable operation of the electric distribution system along with maintaining the integrity of the subtransmission and distribution systems.
Coordinate all maintenance and restoration activities on the subtransmission and distribution systems.
Write and dispatch switching orders to isolate equipment which may include analyzing loads and equipment ratings. Maintain accurate records of these orders.
Restore outages in a safe and timely manner.
Communicate effectively with multiple internal and external stakeholders including construction divisions, operations, engineering work groups, governmental personnel, and customers
Analyze the daily workload and prioritize customer service work to meet varying customer demands.
Make daily assessment of workforce requirements.
Some may serve as the primary Switch writer for complex switching orders.
Some may serve as the primary Trainer for incoming DSOS.