Energy System Operator

Position Concept

The Energy System Operator position consists of three general functions:
Transmission, Generation, and Interchange. The operator has authority to take the appropriate actions to ensure the stable and reliable operations of the Bulk Electric System, including the shedding of firm load. The Transmission function involves monitoring and directing switching and clearances on lines of 69 kV voltage and above. The Generation function involves balancing resources to the load. The Interchange function involves arranging, scheduling, monitoring, and accounting for all interchange transactions and approving transmission service requests.

All functions require directing the activities of other TECO personnel and compliance with NERC and FRCC Standards.

• Monitor power system and respond to alarms; direct switching activity and issue clearances to work on tagged and grounded equipment.
• Ensure rapid recovery from loss of transmission facility and stabilize the power system to prevent further decay, including shedding of firm load.
• Monitor advanced applications and respond to contingency violations.

• Review and update load forecast for the next hour; dispatch available generation resources to minimize production cost while maintaining power system security.
• Ensure rapid recovery from generation loss or loss of transmission facilities and stabilize the power system.
• Monitor and control natural gas usage.

• Arrange, schedule, monitor, and account for all interchange transactions; respond to Transmission Service requests.

• Required:
  
  Minimum of a High School Diploma or GED.
• Preferred:
  Bachelor’s Degree in a related field.

• Required:
  
  Current NERC RC or BIT certification, OR ability to pass the NERC System Operator Certification exam within six months of hiring. Certification must be maintained.

• Engineering degree with at least one year of power plant or transmission/substation experience; or minimum of two years as a Control Center Operator.
• Minimum of three years as a Distribution System Operator III.
• Minimum of three years of direct experience working rotating shifts through the Balancing, Interchange, and Transmission functions, performing the duties of a NERC‑Certified BIT Level Operator with technical proficiency in interconnected operation.
• Minimum of five years of experience as a Combined Cycle Specialist or an IGCC Process Specialist.
• Minimum of five years of experience as a Power Trader.
• Minimum of five years of experience as a Journeyman Substation Electrician with switching, troubleshooting, and relay & control experience.

• Previous experience as a NERC‑Certified System Operator (Balancing Authority/Transmission Operator or higher).
• Power Plant, Substation, or Transmission Operations experience.

• Required:
  
  Sound judgment, excellent leadership and communication skills, strong computer skills with knowledge of Microsoft Office.
• Preferred:
  Knowledge of NERC Reliability Standards, Energy Management System (EMS), Florida Transmission Management System (FTMS), integrated Tools for Operations Application (iTOA), OATI Web Smart and Web Trans/Web Scheduler, and Energy Accounting (EA) Online.

• Speaks up on Safety, Health and the Environment.
• Takes ownership and acts with integrity.
• Drives operational excellence for customers.
• Builds strong, collaborative relationships.
• Cultivates innovation and embraces change.
• Thinks strategically and exercises sound judgment.

Ability to work rotating shifts and overtime is required. Physical demands:
None specified.

Competitive salary, 401(k) savings plan with company matching, pension plan, paid time off, paid holiday time, medical, prescription drug, and dental coverage, tuition assistance program, employee assistance program, wellness programs, on‑site fitness centers, bonus plan, and more.

Team members are required to participate in response and recovery activities related to emergencies and disasters to maintain service…