Chief Electric Transmission Operator

Chief Electric Transmission Operator

Performs the daily operations of a system operator in charge of a shift. Prepares detailed shift reports concerning shift activities, electric troubles, and actions taken. Monitors Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition (SCADA) computer screens and reports alarms and/or unusual occurrences. Supervises Junior and Senior Electric Switchboard Operators and trains new Operators as needed. Checks accuracy of log sheet, station curve sheet, and calculation for KW hour output (night shift). Supervises the operation of CPP's electrical system during normal and emergency situations. Handles telephone and radio communications as needed. Operates gas turbines, SCADA, and other control equipment. Obtains and maintains any certifications or licenses which may be required by the following organizations or their successors: Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC), North American Electric Reliability Corporation (NERC), Reliability First Corporation (RFC), PJM Interconnection (PJM), or other industry or governmental authority. Performs other job-related duties as required, including compliance with all applicable NERC and RFC reliability standards and PJM Business Manuals.

High School Diploma or GED required. Four years of responsible full-time paid experience operating utility, industry, or military advanced electrical control equipment required. (Substitution: One year of college education in a relevant technical field may be substituted for each year of experience lacking, up to two years.) Supervisory experience is preferred. In order to function as a transmission system operator, must hold at least one of the following current NERC certifications: Reliability Operator (RC); Balancing, Interchange and Transmission Operator (BT); or Transmission Operator (TO). Must hold a current Transmission System Operator PJM certification. Must be able to work rotating shifts including weekends and holidays. Valid State of Ohio Driver's License required.

The City's guiding principles are as follows: Placing Clevelanders at the Center, Empowering Employees to Do Purposeful Work, Defining Clear and Pragmatic Objectives, Leading with Trust and Transparency, Striving for Equity in All We Do, and Embracing Change. All City employees are responsible for embracing and carrying out these principles in all that they do.

The City of Cleveland makes available a variety of benefit options depending upon your employment status and any applicable union membership. In general, benefit options include comprehensive medical, dental, vision, prescription medical and life insurance. Specific information regarding benefit eligibility will be discussed and reviewed at the time of hire.