Specialist, Distribution System

CenterPoint Energy • Evansville, IN

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About The Position

The Distribution System Operations (DSO) Specialist assists in the day-to-day electric distribution operations activities for the CenterPoint Indiana Distribution System Control Center. Supports real-time system operations and emergency restoration activities for the electric distribution system. Develops switching schedules for planned work clearances in addition to emergency switching orders to isolate faults while minimizing customer interruptions.

Requirements

• Preferred: Bachelor's degree in technical field of study, or relevant job-related experience for non-degree candidates.
• 2 years of relevant work experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Coordinates safe, reliable operation and maintenance of the electric distribution system.
• Efficiently and effectively dispatches trouble orders daily across multiple areas.
• Restores electric service in a safe and timely manner.
• Coordinates outage restoration activities with Electric Field Operations and Transmission System Operations.
• Writes safe and orderly switching schedules.
• Executes switching schedules by communicating to Electric Field Operations each task to be performed.
• Monitors execution of switching schedules.
• Maintains distribution system real-time situational awareness through the use of SCADA.
• Other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Competitive pay
• Paid training
• Benefits eligibility begins on your first day
• Transit subsidies
• Flexible work schedule, paid holidays and paid time off
• Access to discounts at fitness clubs and an on-site wellness center at our headquarters in Houston
• Professional growth and development programs including tuition reimbursement
• 401(k) Savings Plan featuring a company match dollar-for-dollar up to 6% and a company contribution of 3% regardless of your contribution

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Industry: Utilities
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree