System Operator Trainee
About The Position
Puget Sound Energy is looking to grow our community with top talented individuals like you! With our rapidly growing, award winning energy efficiency programs, our pathway to an exciting and innovative future is now. PSE's Electric Operations team is looking for qualified candidates to fill an open System Operator Trainee position! Specific details regarding the work arrangements for this position will be discussed in further detail during the interview process.Job DescriptionThis job is considered “safety sensitive” as defined in RCW 49.44.240 and is subject to pre-employment drug screening that includes screening for the presence of marijuana and marijuana metabolites. Job ResponsibilitiesResponsible for operating the Company's Electrical System on rotating shifts. Issue clearances and switching orders to qualified field personnel for all distribution lines and equipment 34kV and below, transmission lines as directed by the Senior Power Dispatcher and SCADA switching in compliance with established Company Standard Practices and Procedures. Perform duties within the assigned Standard Operating Practices (SOP) for System Operations. Must be knowledgeable and comply with all Company standards, policies, practices and procedures and State and Federal safety regulations as they pertain to the job. Perform similar and incidental duties as assigned. The System Operator Trainee will be required to perform all of the above duties under the direct supervision of the System Operator and/or System Operator Training Committee (SOTC) until they successfully pass the Level I exam.
Requirements
- Applicant must have a high school diploma or equivalent and have a basic understanding of electrical distribution and transmission.
- Must have the ability to communicate effectively with Company personnel, Service Providers, Contractors and the public.
- Must have basic computer skills.
- Must possess a valid drivers' license.
Responsibilities
- Responsible for operating the Company's Electrical System on rotating shifts.
- Issue clearances and switching orders to qualified field personnel for all distribution lines and equipment 34kV and below, transmission lines as directed by the Senior Power Dispatcher and SCADA switching in compliance with established Company Standard Practices and Procedures.
- Perform duties within the assigned Standard Operating Practices (SOP) for System Operations.
- Must be knowledgeable and comply with all Company standards, policies, practices and procedures and State and Federal safety regulations as they pertain to the job.
- Perform similar and incidental duties as assigned.
- The System Operator Trainee will be required to perform all of the above duties under the direct supervision of the System Operator and/or System Operator Training Committee (SOTC) until they successfully pass the Level I exam.
Benefits
- PSE offers a suite of benefits to our employees. Employees are eligible for medical, dental, vision, basic life, and short- and long-term disability insurance.
- There are additional voluntary options of supplemental life insurance, accidental death and dismemberment insurance, flexible spending accounts for health care and dependent daycare, and an Employee assistance program (EAP).
- For long term savings, PSE offers a 401(k) investment option and a cash balance retirement plan.
- Employees will also receive Paid Time Off (PTO) and Paid Holidays throughout the calendar year.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
