Distribution System Operator Supervisor I & II
Listed on 2026-08-11
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Engineering
Field/Service Technician
Distribution System Operator Supervisor In Training (DSOS – In Training)
Ameren Illinois provides electric transmission and distribution service and natural gas distribution service. Every day, we deliver electricity to 1.2 million electric and 816,000 natural gas customers in central and southern Illinois. We deliver safe, reliable energy to more than 1,200 communities.
The Distribution System Operator Supervisor in Training (DSOS – In Training) will engage in intensive on-the-job training and testing to master the critical responsibilities performed by the Distribution System Operator Supervisor (DSOS) position at Ameren Illinois. Under guidance, the DSOS – In Training will learn to direct field personnel in the operation of the subtransmission and distribution system in a safe and cost effective manner to ensure continuity of electric service as well as restore electric service to customers in a timely manner.
The DSOS In Training will be considered to assume the role of a DSOS upon successful completion of the AIC DSOS Training Program.
Key responsibilities include:
- Dispatching and directing field personnel in response to electric system outages and emergencies
- Exercising jurisdictional/functional authority and issuing and monitoring Workmen's Protection Assurance for subtransmission and distribution systems
- Demonstrating knowledge of processes and efficient and effective decision making for best way to restore outages in a safe and timely manner
Qualifications:
- High School Diploma or equivalent required
- Bachelor of Science Degree in Engineering from an accredited college or university preferred
- Five or more year's relevant experience (e.g, distribution systems, electric operations or construction, journeyman level electrician) required without Bachelor's Degree in Engineering
- Four or more years relevant experience including experience as a Distribution Service Dispatcher within AIC may be considered
In addition to the above qualifications, the successful candidate will demonstrate:
- Working knowledge of distribution system design and operations
- PC/Computer skills preferred
- Ability to direct and supervise a number of diversified, concurrent field activities which could greatly affect Ameren's customers, personnel, and financial resources
The DSO Associate may work rotating shift schedules in an office/plant/field environment. Also includes any unusual working conditions, shifts, travel, overtime, callouts, etc.
Training class will be on a M-F schedule
Please note, this is a 24/7 operation, schedules subject to change after successful completion of training class
Total of 3 open positions are available
Compensation Range: $84,400.00 - $
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, ethnicity, age, disability, genetic information, military service or status, pregnancy, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other class, trait, or status protected by law.
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