System Operator I, II, or III

Arizona G&T Cooperatives•Benson, AZ

12d

About The Position

To acquire the necessary job skills to perform real-time operations of Bulk Power Systems (BPS) performing real-time actions during normal and emergency conditions to ensure the stable and reliable operation of the Bulk Electric System (BES). A System Operator I will be required, within 9 months, to obtain a NERC Certification (BT or RC) and within an additional 6 months to complete AEPCO/NERC Qualification Card.

Requirements

Four years of prior work experience in one of the following areas or a combination of the following areas: Electric utility operations, Technical profession in the utilities field, Related engineering position
A High School Diploma or equivalent is required.
Ability to create and maintain accurate logs of daily tasks related to generation, transmission
Required to obtain NERC certification (BT or RC) within 9 months.
Required to pass the AEPCO/NERC Qualification Card within 6 months after obtaining NERC Certification.
High level of critical thinking skills.
High level of multi-tasking abilities.
Above average mathematical aptitude.
High level of communication skills including 3-part communications.
Reasonable mechanical aptitude.
Ability to pass 7-Year background check.
High computer literacy.
Basic understanding of electrical concepts (motors, generators, transformers, etc.)
Basic knowledge of AEPCO operated power systems.
Testing required for skill, abilities, and interest.
Any equivalent combination of related education, training, and/or experience can be substituted for requirements listed above.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor's Degree in applicable field is preferred.

Responsibilities

Acquire the knowledge to take prompt and appropriate actions to maintain strict compliance with NERC/WECC Reliability Standards for system operations.
Acquire knowledge of all AEPCO operating procedures under normal and emergency conditions.
Acquire knowledge of all AEPCO reliability-related tasks under normal and emergency conditions.
To learn normal transmission and distribution switching.
Acquire Knowledge to monitor the power system for voltage control, power factor, and equipment loading.
Acquire knowledge to maintain system frequency and system stability.
Acquire knowledge to respond to Reserve Sharing Group (RSG) emergencies according to the RSG policies and procedures.
Acquire knowledge to monitor, assess, and approve E-tags within the OATI application associated with the AEPCO transmission system.
Become familiar with AEPCO and Metropolitan Water District transmission systems and how they intertie with neighboring systems.
Actively promote and maintain a team environment.