System Operator II - E74004 - ELECTRIC SYSTEM OPERATIONS
City of Denton
Job Description
Title: System Operator II
Position ID: E74004-600202
Department/Division: Electric Operations and Maintenance
Reports to: System Operations Superintendent
FLSA Designation: Non-Exempt
Safety Sensitive: Yes
DOT: Yes
Definition: Responsible for assisting System Operator III with monitoring, operating, and controlling the distribution/transmission system through a System Operations Control Center;
responds to system conditions, assist with the coordination of activities involving intrastate transmission grid within ERCOT operating guidelines to maximize reliability of electric
service.
Essential Functions:
Assists with monitoring, analyzing, and responding to electric system conditions by monitoring the flow of electricity through the transmission, substations, and distribution system
to the customers
Oversees DME’s lock-out tag-out program.
Learns how to take corrective measures during emergencies such as transformer or transmission line failures and routes load around the affected area
Keeps electric crews notified of any changes in feeder routes
Dispatches troubleshooters for emergency repairs to transmission and distribution feeders and equipment; receives trouble calls from police, fire, and individual customers; relays information
to workers assigned to the area in which problem occurs, and utility management concerning system disturbances
Monitors instruments to ensure electricity flows through the transmission grid properly
Learns to operate load tap changers, voltage transformers, circuit breakers, re-closing relays, and capacitor bank controls through SCADA control system
Monitors and operates equipment in substations which change the characteristics of electricity and controls the flow of electricity in and out of substations
Learns to control distribution of electric power over feeder circuits from substations; monitors VAR flow of the system and each individual feeder
Keeps up with capacitor banks, switches, and feeder route locations
Tags and logs any switches
Learns to monitor all feeders for trips or lockouts to minimize outages
Maintains availability list
Monitors weather and notifies crews of approaching storms
Confers with operational/engineering personnel regarding the operation of the electric system
Regular and punctual attendance
Assists with implementing real time actions to ensure the stable operation of the Bulk Electric System
Assists with providing presentations at Department, City and Public meetings as requested
Maintains regular and punctual on-site attendance
Demonstrates CPR, First Aid and ability to follow all DME and APPA safety rules and regulations
Additional Duties:
Performs other duties as assigned
Minimum Qualifications / Acceptable Equivalency:
High School Diploma or GED equivalent
Must be computer literate and proficient in MS Office
2 years of experience in a 24/7 Electric System Operations Control Center
NERC certified as a Transmission Operator or higher or be classified as a Journey Lineman with 5 years of experience
OR
Any combination of related education, experience, certifications and licenses that will result in a candidate successfully performing the essential functions of the job
Core Competencies:
Ability to respond to off shift emergency call out (will be one of the first employees called to help with system operation / dispatch during major outages)
Ability to communicate effectively both verbally and written
Ability to get along with customers and co-workers
Ability to maintain regular and punctual attendance
Ability to get along with customers and co-workers
Ability to communicate effectively both verbally and written
Preferences:
Bilingual in Spanish and English
Experience in Dispatch or in an electric system operation
Proficient in the use of a computer
Experience in a municipal government electric utility department
Conditions of Employment:
Must have and maintain a valid Class “C” Driver’s License and valid state required minimum automobile liability insurance (must obtain Texas Class “C” driver’s license and state required
minimum automobile liability insurance within 90 days of hire per state law)
Must pass a drug test, driver’s license check, criminal history background check, and social security number verification check
Must pass a physical examination
Ability to read, understand, and follow departmental safety rules and safe work procedures
Ability to work courteously with other employees and customers
Must be able to obtain NERC (North American Reliability Council) Certification as a Transmission System Operator within twelve (12) months of employment
Ability to respond to off shift emergency call out. (will be one of the first employees called to help with system operation/dispatch during major outages)
Must be able to work rotating shifts as needed
Ability to progress through the second step of the System Operations progression program within 1 ½ years
Physical Requirements:
Overall Strength Demands: The bold and italicized word describes the overall strength demand of the functions performed by the incumbent during a typical workday.
Sedentary – lifting no more than 10 pounds
Light – lifting no more than 20 pounds; carry up to 10 pounds
Medium – lifting no more than 50 pounds, carry up to 25 pounds
Heavy – lifting no more than 100 pounds, carry up to 50 pounds
Very Heavy – lifting more than 100 pounds, carry more than 50 pounds
Physical Demand Codes: The following describes if the incumbent is expected to exert the following physical demands during a typical workday and the overall frequency.
Codes for “how often”:
Y = Yes
N = No
E = extensive (100-70%)
M = moderate (60-30%)
I = infrequent (20-10%)
A = almost never (<10%)
Task: Code:
Standing: M
Sitting: M
Walking: M
Lifting: A
Carrying: I
Pushing/Pulling: A
Overhead Work: A
Fine Dexterity: M
Kneeling: A
Crouching: A
Crawling: N
Bending: A
Twisting: I
Climbing: M
Balancing: N
Vision: E
Hearing: E
Talking: E
Video Display: E
Other:
Machines, Tools, Equipment and Work Aids:
The essential functions of this position require the use of a telephone, radio equipment, and a computer.
Environmental Factors:
The essential functions of this position are performed in an indoor office environment with occasional outdoor requirements in a variety of weather conditions.
This job description is not an employment agreement, contract agreement, or contract. Management has exclusive right to alter this job description at any time without notice.
ADA/EOE/ADEA
Effective Date: 8/14/2001
Revision Date: 9/1/2021