Associate Elec Sys Operator (Riverhead, NY, US) - PSEG

Job Summary

  The Electric System Operator for Distribution will be  responsible for the daily supervision of assigned Special Operators (control room personnel) and Emergency Service Specialists (field personnel) in order to effectively and efficiently maintain the safe, economic and reliable operation and maintenance of the PSEG Long Island electric distribution system. Must be available to work a rotational 24 x 7 shift schedule and as required for after hour call-outs. Substantial overtime is required. Tolerance of job stress and pressure is a major contributor to success in the position. High energy, drive and motivation are necessities.

Job Responsibilities

• Oversee the operational workload of team; ensuring allocated staffs are fully utilized and adequate shift coverage is maintained in accordance with system conditions and collective bargaining agreements
• Analyze and troubleshoot customer electrical issues interruptions, high/low voltage, flickering lights and open neutrals in order to identify and deliver to benefit the customer and company.
• Promote and implement planned and emergency switching procedures associated with the electric distribution system to ensure compliant with PSEG LI policies and regulatory requirements.
• Communicate with various internal and external organizations, including Public Service, elected officials and major account customers in order to keep them up to date on and resolve various issues.
• Promote safety and productivity in the Control Room environment for up to 50 servicemen and 9 operators in order to ensure safety, reliability, security and integrity consistent with company goals, objectives and policies.
• Promote and implement procedural best practice within the team in order to ensure all working practices are compliant with PSEG LI policies and regulatory requirements.
• Support company response to electric storm management and emergency restoration within division on day-to-day basis (rotating shifts) especially during all conditions of readiness including around the clock coverage to ensure efficient and effective storm response and provide accurate restoration times to customers.

Job Specific Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering Technology or Bachelors in Engineering with a degree received in 2024
Must be able to work a rotating 12-hour shift
Applicant will be required to take an approved work aptitude test by an outside consultant in order to accept this position.
A one to two years on the job training program will be provided to all new hires which will include learning job responsibilities, PSEGLI policies and procedures and switching methods and procedures.
The successful candidate will be required to prepare for and pass the NERC Transmission Operator Certification exam within one year of accepting the position.
The ability to interface with all levels of management is essential
Verbal communication must be clear, concise and effective. Strong analytical reasoning and logical thinking ability is also essential.
Knowledge of computer simulation tools such as load flow and unit commitment is desired.
Tolerance of job stress and pressure is a major contributor to success in the position.
High energy, drive and work motivation is a necessity
Effective leadership, team building, problem solving skills are required
As an employee of PSEGLI, you should be aware that during storm restoration efforts, you may be required to perform functions outside of your routine duties and on a schedule that may be different from normal operations

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