System Operator

Avista•Spokane, WA

5d•$73 - $92•Onsite

About The Position

Exercise unilateral authority for ensuring the safe and reliable operation of the bulk electric system (transmission and generation) under normal, emergency, and black start conditions, complying with the NERC and WECC reliability standards. This position is expected to operate the disciplines (Balance and Interchange (BA) and Energy Imbalance Market (EIM) desks) as assigned. Support transmission system operator. Monitor and approve all real time E-tags and schedules utilizing Avista’s transmission system. Monitor and maintain operating reserves.

Requirements

Requires knowledge or experience in basic and advanced electricity, print reading, and utility power generation, transmission, distribution system operation.
Must have minimum 3+ years of related work experience and demonstrated ability to work with little supervision.
Requires quality leadership, instantaneous decision making, and ability to perform without error under stress for extended periods of time.
Must have proven ability to respond quickly with good judgment under stressful situations.
Demonstrated effective and flexible communication skills required.
Basic math skills are required, and algebra level skills is preferred.
Knowledge of generation and transmission required.
This position requires working rotating shifts and requires obtaining and maintaining NERC system operator certification.
Once hired, System Operators must sign off all tasks on EIM & BA tests and pass the NERC exam prior to being fully qualified.

Nice To Haves

Algebra level math skills is preferred

Responsibilities

Ensuring the safe and reliable operation of the bulk electric system (transmission and generation) under normal, emergency, and black start conditions, complying with the NERC and WECC reliability standards.
Operating the Balance and Interchange (BA) and Energy Imbalance Market (EIM) desks as assigned.
Supporting the transmission system operator.
Monitoring and approving all real time E-tags and schedules utilizing Avista’s transmission system.
Monitoring and maintaining operating reserves.