Utilities Dispatcher

Employment Opportunity with the City of Vernon Utilities Dispatcher Monthly salary: $11,678 - $14,194. Plus, an excellent benefits package. Under basic supervision, monitors real-time operations and maintenance activities of the City’s electric generation and distribution systems; assigns operations and maintenance tasks to electric operators; oversees Critical Control Center activities including electric distribution, gas distribution monitoring and water distribution and pressure; tracks electric market fluctuations. Essential functions, as defined under the Americans with Disabilities Act, may include any of the following representative duties, knowledge, and skills. This is not a comprehensive listing of all functions and duties performed by incumbents of this class; employees may be assigned duties which are not listed below; reasonable accommodations will be made as required. Monitors real-time operations and maintenance activities of the electric generation, sub-transmission, distribution systems and water distribution system; monitors gas system on SCADA; performs duties within scope of authority and training, and in compliance with City policies, safety and quality standards; duties may vary according to job assignment. Oversees activities of and assigns emergency, operational and maintenance tasks to Electric Operators. Oversees Control Center activities such as distribution of electricity, maintaining positive water pressure through the use of groundwater wells and booster pumps, and tracks electric market fluctuations. Schedules route changes to ensure flow of electricity; notifies appropriate agencies of changes; reenergizes circuits or lines for public safety and creates schedules for weekend coverage. Monitors production and generation conditions by way of alarms, telemetry, status, modes of operation, or similar notifications. Compiles, calculates and prepares routine gas, electric, water and bulk power reports, notifications or ad hoc reports on system disturbances, emergencies, or any unusual operating condition or action. Coordinates and documents routine maintenance and unscheduled restoration activities with outside contractors. Performs all of the functions and work tasks of the Electric Operator position including providing shift coverage when necessary. Acts as primary point of contact for after-hours non-public safety calls for service. Performs after hour/weekend/holiday monitoring of water distribution system in the absence of water crews. Supports the relationship between the City of Vernon and the general public by demonstrating courteous and cooperative behavior when interacting with visitors and City staff; maintains confidentiality of work-related issues and City information; performs other duties as required or assigned. Education, Training and Experience Guidelines High school diploma or GED; AND three years of electric utility operations experience. Knowledge of City organization, operations, policies, and procedures. Electric, water, gas and bulk power utility operating concepts. Basic electric principles, procedures and components, power system operations including power plant operations; fundamentals of alternating current circuits, and electric safety policies and procedures. Occupational hazards and safety precautions applicable to the work. Personal computer operations. Skills Monitoring and applying control system principles rationally to solve practical problems and to deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists. Keeping records as required by regulatory agencies. Operating personal computers and specialized software applications including SCADA systems. Remaining calm under stress or emergency conditions. Maintaining a strong sense of propriety concerning confidential matters. Building relationships and fostering teamwork and communicating effectively, both verbally and in writing. Establishing and maintaining cooperative working relationships with managers, fellow employees, contractors, representatives from other utilities, outside consultants and the general public. License and Certification Requirements A valid California State Driver’s License is required. A valid State of California Grade II Water Distribution License is desired and must be obtained within two years after the probationary period ends. Physical Demands and Working Environment Work is performed in an electric generation plant; may be exposed to energized equipment. Works rotating shifts, nights and weekends or a mutually agreed upon set schedule as required. Pursuant to California Government Code §3100, all public employees are required to serve as disaster service workers subject to such disaster service activities as may be assigned to them by their supervisors or by law. “The City of Vernon is an Equal Opportunity Employer.” #J-18808-Ljbffr