Trans System Operator I - Lombard, IL

Military Spouse Corporate Career Network • Lombard, IL

16h • Onsite

About The Position

Exelon is a leading energy company transforming the industry and seeking problem solvers, innovators, community builders, and change makers. They aim to deliver solutions that make diverse cities and communities stronger, healthier, and more resilient. Exelon is a Fortune 200 company with 20,000 colleagues across six energy companies, serving over 10.7 million customers. They are committed to creating an environment where every person can thrive, focusing on purposeful careers, growth opportunities, community impact, and support. This role operates the electric system under supervision, utilizing various computer systems and adhering to established processes and procedures for routine work, switching, logging, data analysis, and prioritizing tasks. The position involves initiating work requests, collaborating with training departments to enhance system operations knowledge, and conducting field visits with operating company personnel. Successful completion of NERC and PJM certification examinations, along with all applicable training, is required. This is an on-site position in Lombard, IL, and may require extended hours during emergencies.

Requirements

• BS in Engineering or technical field; OR Associates in technical field: OR High School diploma AND 3-6 years of job experience, preferably in the electrical field.
• Basic awareness of the electric transmission and distribution systems.
• Ability to recognize system configuration, loading, and pressure issues.
• Ability to demonstrate knowledge and understanding of operating procedures.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills.
• Demonstrated analytical skills and judgment.
• Demonstrated ability to respond to emergencies and manage stressful situations.
• Candidate must be "Recommended" on the System Operator / Power Dispatch (SOPD) test to be eligible for consideration.
• Candidate must successfully complete all necessary training and successfully pass all applicable tests required to fill this role including the NERC and PJM certifications.
• Candidates are provided one opportunity to retest before being classified as unsuccessful in the program and unable to perform the required functions of this position.

Nice To Haves

• Bachelors Degree Electrical or Mechanical Engineering
• Associates Degree in Electrical or Mechanical Engineering

Responsibilities

• Operates the electric system under the immediate supervision of the Shift Manager, Sr. Transmission System Operator and Transmission System Operator II, using various computer systems.
• Utilizes processes and procedures to perform routing work, switching, logging, analysis of data and determining priority of work on electrical and computer systems.
• Performs assigned tasks as directed such as initiating work requests.
• Works closely with Transmission Operations Training and others to enhance personal knowledge of system operations.
• Responsible for field visits with operating company field personnel to learn field equipment and processes.
• Responsible for successful completion of NERC and PJM certification examinations and all applicable classroom and on-line training on PJM and Exelon policies and procedures.
• Complete assigned coursework and obtain NERC and PJM system operator certifications.
• Work with TSO Training and others to enhance knowledge of system operations and demonstrate proficiency necessary to progress to TSO II.
• Support routing work, switching, logging, analysis of data, etc.
• Perform assigned tasks as directed such as initiating work requests for equipment problems, tracking customer outages, updating control room maps, etc.
• Maintain operating log, interruption reports and associated records to accurately record system status and sequence of events.
• Participate in field visits with operating company field personnel to learn field equipment/processes.
• Functional control over various operating, construction, testing, customer and contractor groups in the performance of limited electrical switching, repair, testing and related work activities involving lines, transformers, and other equipment under the jurisdiction of the Shift Manager and Sr. Transmission System Operator.
• Independent judgment is essential in making the real time decisions necessary to maintain the integrity, reliability and security of the electric transmission and distribution system.

Benefits

• Annual salary will vary based on a candidate’s skills, qualifications, experience, and other factors: $76,000.00/Yr. – $104,500.00/Yr.
• Annual Bonus for eligible positions: 10%
• 401(k) match and annual company contribution
• Medical, dental and vision insurance
• Life and disability insurance
• Generous paid time off options, including vacation, sick time, floating and fixed holidays, maternity leave and bonding/primary caregiver leave or parental leave
• Employee Assistance Program and resources for mental and emotional support
• Wellbeing programs such as tuition reimbursement, adoption and surrogacy assistance and fitness reimbursement
• Referral bonus program

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED