ASSOCIATE SYSTEM OPERATOR

Job Description

Job Description

Position Summary Description

Developmental position to become a NERC Certified System Operator by obtaining NERC certification and SECI qualification to perform tasks associated with Balancing, Interchange and Transmission Operations. This position is a SECI career path position that will provide for potential promotional opportunities to a System Operator.

Essential Functions

System Operator Functions :

(Note : All reliability functions are performed under the direction of a NERC Certified System Operator)

• Obtain NERC Certification and SECI BA / TOP qualification.
• Performs Balancing functions of SECI generating resources to meet SECI firm load obligations including, but not limited to :

Maintain balanced load and generation in accordance with principles of economic dispatch and NERC reliability standards.

Ensure interchange transactions are appropriately tagged, reviewed and approved in accordance with NERC reliability standards and NAESB Business practices.

Coordinate and direct the safe and proper operation of all transmission-switching operations in compliance with NERC reliability standards, FRCC procedures and Seminole safety and clearance procedures.

Qualifications and Education Requirements

Bachelors of Science Degree in Electrical Engineering, Technology or related area. Two (2) years of similar experience may be substituted for each year of education. Ability to obtain NERC System Operator certification at the Balancing, Interchange, and Transmission Operator (BIT) level or higher within twelve (12) months of employment.

Core Competencies : Adaptable, Collaborative, Conscientious, Critical-Thinking, Outcome-Driven and Professional

Technical Competencies / Skills :

Must be able to demonstrate proficiency of the following within six (6) months :

Soft Competencies / Skills :

Physical Requirements

Must be able to follow established protective measures including wearing required personal protective equipment (PPE). Must possess a valid driver’s license and acceptable Motor Vehicle Report.

Working Conditions

Normal office conditions with routine hands-on work with electrical control and indication systems and Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition (SCADA) system equipment. Twelve (12) hour rotating shift work during certain elements of System Operator training. Some travel and work outside of normal business hours. While working in certain areas of the plant there is the potential for exposure to hazards typical of an industrial working environment.

“ Disclaimer - Management may modify this job description at any time and may require the performance of additional duties, or modification of physical requirements, with or without advance notice.”