Transmission Systems Operator Trainee Job Boston area,Massachusetts USA,Engineering

Overview

POSITION: 1-Transmission System Operator Trainee
DEPARTMENT:
Transmission System Operations

LOCATION:

Dorchester, MA

HOURS:

Various Shifts

SCHEDULE:

Various Shifts
Union Represented Position

Compensation:
Starting annual salary of $, with a structured progression schedule: $; $; $; $

Responsibilities

Transmission Operator is self-directed and has the responsibility and authority to implement real time actions and reliable operation of the Bulk Electric System.
Monitor and control Eversource’s Electric Transmission System on a continuous basis during normal and emergency conditions to ensure safe, reliable, and economical operations.
Issue clearances and switching orders and direct the tagging of transmission equipment.
Direct the restoration of the transmission system following a major system outage, load shedding, or blackout.
Use Energy Management System (EMS) software to evaluate transmission system reliability and develop and implement appropriate action plans.
Ensure transmission system activities and conditions are communicated and coordinated with ISO-NE, other Control Centers, and Eversource personnel.

Minimum Qualifications

Requires extensive knowledge of utility transmission system design, operations, maintenance and construction principles and practices, safety standards and business processes. Ability to use Energy Management System Software, interpret results, and initiate appropriate actions. Ability to use PC desktop applications (e.g. Microsoft Word and Excel).

Education and experience:

Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering, Business Administration, or related discipline plus five years of experience in Transmission, Distribution, Generation Dispatch or Generation Operations; OR Associate’s Degree in Engineering, Business Administration or related discipline plus seven years of experience in the same areas; OR minimum of nine years of experience in Transmission, Distribution, Generation Dispatch or Generation Operations position.

Must successfully pass Transmission Operator Assessment.

Must successfully complete NERC Certified System Operator Examination and obtain a NERC Transmission Operator Certification within six months of employment or date accepted position. Certification must be maintained in accordance with NERC and Company requirements.

Competencies

Build trusting relationships
Manage and develop people
Foster teamwork and cross-functional collaboration
Lead change
Communicate strategic vision
Create an engaged workforce
Focus on the customer
Take ownership & accountability

Worker Type:
Regular

Number of Openings: 1

Emergency Response

Responding to emergency situations to meet customers’ needs is part of every employee’s role. If employed, you may be assigned an Emergency Restoration assignment and could be called to assist during an emergency outside of normal responsibilities, hours, and location.

EEO and Compliance

Eversource Energy is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, religion, disability status, or protected veteran status.

VEVRRA Federal Contractor information:
Eversource Energy (NYSE: ES) is a Fortune 500 energy company based in Connecticut, Massachusetts and New Hampshire, operating New England’s largest energy delivery system. We are committed to safety, reliability, environmental leadership and stewardship, and expanding energy options for our 4.3 million electric and natural gas customers. We pride ourselves on teamwork and collaboration, and on helping our customers, communities and employees daily.

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