Transmission Systems Operator

Transmission Systems Operator

As a Transmission Systems Operator, you will play a critical role in maintaining a safe and positive work environment. You will actively participate with Safety & Quality teams to foster an error-free workplace and will be responsible for communicating and coaching customer safety requirements. Additionally, you will take part in developing a Site-Specific Safety Plan and attend pre-construction meetings to contribute input on safety and quality responsibilities.

Responsibilities

• Communicate and coach customer PTAG requirements.
• Train field and management in PTAG-specific practices.
• Organize and compile required PTAG documentation, identify areas for improvement, and relay information to supervision for training or communication needs.
• Process and submit outage (ORCA) requests as needed.
• Upload documents to SharePoint or server for customers, vendors, and subcontractors.
• Review all outage (ORCA) and permit-related documents to become familiar with project requirements and obligations.
• Assure thorough pre-construction planning and provide necessary guidance or documentation during the preconstruction process.
• Attend pre-construction meetings to provide input on requirements, safety, and quality.

Essential Skills

• Experience with transmission systems and Lock Out/Tag Out protocols.
• Knowledge of permitting, LOTO, switching protocols, and blueprint reading.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Journeyman Lineman classification or 5 years' experience as a system's operator for an electric utility company or 5 years' experience as an energy control representative for an investor-owned utility.
• Electrical engineering degree or certification preferred.
• Proficiency in MS Office applications, particularly Excel, Word, and MS Project.
• Residing in Pennsylvania is preferable, with the ability to travel regularly to other offices, customer facilities, job sites, and yard locations.
• A strong work ethic, a can-do attitude, and effective collaboration skills.

Work Environment

Join a company that fosters a culture of growth, where many leaders started in entry-level positions and advanced within the organization. Enjoy flexibility and autonomy, with the ability to succeed without micromanagement. Benefit from competitive compensation, a vehicle allowance program, a 401(k) with company matching, tuition reimbursement, and comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage. Work in a stable, family-oriented business environment on diverse and fast-paced projects. Performance-based bonuses and a progressive PTO program enhance the incentives. Collaborate in a team environment where challenges are solved collectively, and successes are celebrated together.

Job Type & Location

This is a Permanent position based out of York, PA.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $120000.00 - $135000.00/yr. Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors.

Competitive Compensation & Benefits: Includes competitive salary, vehicle allowance program, 401(k) with company matching, tuition reimbursement, and comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, and vision.

Workplace Type

This is a hybrid position in York, PA.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Sep 7, 2026.

Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 20,000 consultants and 5,000 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500. We are proud to be an Engineering News-Record (ENR) Top 500 Design Firm for our engineering design services and a ClearlyRated Best of Staffing winner for both client and talent service.

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