System Operator I​/Night Shift

Ozarks Electric, headquartered in Fayetteville, Arkansas with offices in Springdale, Arkansas, Stilwell, and Westville Oklahoma incorporated in 1938, is a member-owned electric cooperative, serving more than 90,000 meters across nine counties in Northwest Arkansas and Northeast Oklahoma.

Ozarks provides its employees a comprehensive benefits package that includes competitive wages, fully paid medical and dental coverage for both you and your dependents, a defined benefit pension plan, and a 401(k) plan with employer matching contributions. Additionally, we provide paid time off, nine paid holidays, paid parental leave, disability benefits, life insurance, and tuition reimbursement.

** Job offers are contingent on passing a background check, proof of eligibility to work in the U.S., and passing a drug test. Ozarks does not accept medical marijuana cards because all our positions are considered safety sensitive.**

** The schedule for this position entails working four consecutive days followed by four days off. Shifts are from 7 pm to 7 am.**

System Operators are responsible for system monitoring, communications and control within a continuously operated control center that is responsible for the safe, reliable, and stable round-the-clock operation of Ozarks Electric Cooperative's transmission and distribution systems as well as maintaining compliance with the various regulatory obligations imposed upon this role by the Public Service Commissions, the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC), the North American Electric Reliability Corporation (NERC) and the Southwest Power Pool (SPP).

This position has the responsibility and authority to implement real-time actions to ensure the stable and reliable operation of the bulk Electric System. Also, responsible for working with multiple departments and field personnel to safely restore service to its consumers, issue clearances and directing/monitoring switching orders and switching procedures under the direct supervision of the System Operator Supervisor.

Requires a high school diploma or equivalent. Must complete the first module of the System Operator Certification program within 12 months of placement into the system operator position.

Possess general knowledge and proficiency in data entry and processing, clerical/administrational tasks, and operation of office equipment. Gain proficiency with System Control and Data Acquisition (SCADA), Fleet Tracking System and OMS systems in order to increase productivity in daily service operations as a tool.

• Operates radio, takes trouble calls and dispatches
• Coordinates load requirements for transmission and distribution in regard to plant capabilities and points of interconnection with other electric power systems.
• Perform any or all duties during periods of high workloads, major events, and emergencies.
• Knows Cooperative's map system and follows dispatching procedures regarding collection procedures and policies. Keeps accurate records.
• Responsible for operating the transmission and distribution systems as safely and reliably as possible while adhering to current NERC and OECC policies and procedures. Under the direction of a qualified system operator.
• Initiates appropriate action in the event of an emergency to return the system to safe and reliable operation.
• Works with operating and field personnel to safely restore customer load, isolate equipment for maintenance, issue non-reclose orders, clearances, and directs/executes switching orders under the direct authority or supervision of another system operator or supervisor.
• Coordinates and executes routine and emergency procedures and power restoration using OMS program.
• Monitors and logs system conditions by way of voltage profiles, alarms, telemetry, equipment status and System Operating Limits (SOL).
• Assists in preparing reports for management, other utilities, and reserve sharing groups on system disturbances, emergencies, or any unusual operating condition or action. Perform any other related duties as required or assigned.
• Adheres to all FERC rules and regulations regarding…