SYSTEM OPERATOR NERC
About The Position
The System Operator NERC works under the general direction of the Supervisor, System Operations and is responsible for functions in the System Operations Office. The position maintains the capability to operate Versant Power’s electrical system, including its transmission and distribution systems, safely, stably, and reliably. The role is based at the Hampden Operations Center in System Operations and involves rotating 12-hour shifts, including nights, according to the established System Operations schedule. The operator maintains knowledge of operating procedures and requirements from ISO-NE, Maine/LCC, Versant Power, FERC, and NERC. Duties include handling routine outage planning, reviewing and approving work requests, preparing operational reports and records, coordinating with ISO-NE and generating assets, monitoring transmission reservation and tagging systems, and communicating with other utilities and large power users. The role also uses systems including SCADA and GIS/Power On, dispatches outage calls, and follows company safety and environmental procedures. The position may involve irregular and extra hours and requires working effectively and safely under pressure.
Requirements
- Two-year associate degree in Electrical Power from an accredited trade school, or equivalent education and experience.
- Two years of experience in a technical field.
- Excellent mathematical, communication, and organizational skills.
- Identity verification and a seven-year criminal background check, updated at least every seven years pursuant to NERC standards.
- Ability to work rotating 12-hour shifts, including night shifts.
- Ability to work with co-workers and the public.
- Ability to work effectively and safely under pressure and in stressful situations.
- Ability to communicate effectively and follow detailed procedures and instructions.
- Valid Class C driver's license in the State of Maine.
Responsibilities
- Maintain operational knowledge of and operate Versant Power’s transmission and distribution systems safely, stably, and reliably.
- Maintain knowledge of current ISO-NE, Maine/LCC, and Versant Power operating procedures.
- Prepare operating reports in accordance with established FERC, NERC, and ISO-NE reporting requirements.
- Recognize and correct system problems caused by unscheduled events such as weather or mechanical and electrical failures.
- Assist with routine outage planning.
- Prepare, review, and approve Work Request applications, including applications related to Bulk Electric System facilities in Versant Power’s service territory.
- Monitor and ensure efficient and effective use of company resources.
- Operate within FERC Orders 888 and 889 guidelines.
- Monitor OASIS tags and NERC ETAG.
- Coordinate contact between ISO-NE and generating assets in Versant Power’s service territory.
- Operate in accordance with ISO-NE and NMISA Wholesale Energy Market Rules.
- Maintain communications with system operations departments of other utilities, paper mills, and other large power users to obtain proper operations information.
- Maintain knowledge of company safety regulations and follow regulations specific to system operations.
- Operate requisite computer systems, including SCADA and GIS/Power On.
- Dispatch outage calls during non-business hours and, on occasion, during regular business hours.
- Prepare Spill Reports, Outage Records, Call Out Reports, and Dig Safe Permits.
- Follow documented environmental procedures, instructions, and assigned responsibilities; report environmental problems or deviations to the Environmental Department.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Education Level
Associate degree
