Transmission System Operator, Senior

Transmission System Operator, SeniorLeander, TX, US, 78641 PHYSICAL OFFICE LOCATION: PEC Transmission Control Center, Leander, TX 78641 $56.81 Minimum Starting Base Pay* + KPI Bonuses + Competitive Benefits Midpoint of pay range: $71.01 *Qualifications may warrant greater starting base pay within the full pay range. Individual base pay is determined by experience, job-related skills, and relevant education or training.Position SummaryThis position is responsible for maintaining the safety of personnel, ensuring the reliability of the electric grid, driving continuous improvement, and assisting with the creation of automated solutions to solve operational challenges for the transmission system.Essential Duties & ResponsibilitiesCoordinate the operations of the Transmission System Operators while monitoring the transmission system to ensure recommended operating limits are not exceededWrite, validate and communicate switching orders for transmission and substation facilities consistent with the Transmission Services Safety and Health Handbook, PEC Transmission Switching Procedures Manual, and System Operations Procedures to ensure safety of field personnel while making transmission and substation facilities available for maintenance and construction activitiesOperate the transmission system to ensure compliance with ERCOT Operating Guides and Protocols, NERC Standards and PEC Transmission Switching Procedures. Maintains close communication with ERCOT, keeping them informed of any changes in the PEC transmission systemReview all procedures to ensure compliance with PEC's Transmission Services Health and Safety Handbook and the Transmission Switching ProceduresDirect and assist in System Emergencies (Black Start, System Outages, etc.) to reduce customer outage time and restore system integrityReview planned daily switching to meet security guidelines and possible effects on Special Protection Schemes and assists with unplanned outages to ensure system reliabilityInitiate notifications pertaining to the PEC transmission system equipment outages or pending situations that could result in customer outage, line overloading, equipment overloading or transfer limitationsReview all written logs pertaining to daily events to ensure proper logging and readabilityAssist in planning and implementation of training programsMaintain System Operations Daily Report, System Faults notifications, ERCOT Advisory, Watch, and Emergency notifications, and any other notifications concerning PEC's transmission system or ERCOT related informationSupport the goals and directives of the PEC Transmission Operations Engineering Manager and Transmission Engineering ManagerAttend annual ERCOT Black Start Regional training, annual ERCOT Training Seminar, and any other training and seminars as mandated by management, NERC, and ERCOTShed firm load during ERCOT Energy Emergency Alert (EEA) event, or any events where shedding firm load is necessary to maintain the integrity of the transmission grid and/or for the safety of personnel and equipmentRestore load following force majeure and mandated load shedding eventsApprove all Transmission Orders prior to implementation by the Transmission System OperatorsPerform transmission outage coordination duties during off-normal business hours and during the absence of the Transmission Outage CoordinatorMaintain the security of confidential informationStay abreast of advances in technologyDemonstrate regular and prompt attendanceSupervisory and/or Leadership ResponsibilitiesProvide leadership, coaching, and/or mentoring to less experienced staff. May act as a first-level supervisor when manager is out of the office.Knowledge, Skills & AbilitiesKnowledge of EMS/ Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition (SCADA) applications or prior work experience in a mission critical or controls environment Knowledge of using computer systems, which may include setting up and using hardware and software programs, entering data, configuration, or processing information Knowledge of principles and processes for providing customer service Knowledge of technical presentations and reporting Knowledge of construction materials and products Experience working on EMS based infrastructure and comfortable building and executing training scenarios Skilled in time management Skilled in prioritizing and managing changing priorities Ability to communicate effectively verbally and in writing Ability to listen and understand information verbally and in writing Ability to maintain confidentiality Ability to anticipate, identify, analyze and resolve conflict and problemsMinimum Qualifications - (Education, Experience)High School Diploma or equivalent 7 years of directly related experience NERC System Operator certification Valid Texas Driver's License ERCOT System Operator Certification preferredPhysical Demands and Work EnvironmentThe physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The employee may be required to stand; reach with hands and arms, stoop and kneel The employee may be required to sit or stand for long periods of time The employee may be required to lift, carry, push, pull or move up to 25 pounds The employee may be required to travel Exempt employees receive a fixed bi-weekly salary to compensate them for all hours worked during each pay period This position may be required to work more than 40 hours per weekPedernales Electric Cooperative is an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, disability, protected Veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.