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City of Fort Collins · 19 hours ago

Electric Systems Operator

Fort Collins, CO

Full-time

Onsite

Mid Level

$91K/yr - $127K/yr

3+ years exp

The City of Fort Collins is responsible for providing reliable utility services to the community. The Electric Systems Operator is tasked with monitoring, controlling, and maintaining the electrical grid's safe and efficient operation, ensuring a reliable power supply while responding to outages and emergencies.

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Responsibilities

Monitors and controls the electric system via a computerized Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition (SCADA) system; analyzes data and alarms as received; determines the cause of system problems, and promptly executes corrective actions

Preparation, review, and discretionary approval of switching orders

Prepares and issues Clearance Orders, Hot Line Orders, and Special Condition Orders

Accurately record switching operations, outage restoration and reporting of system problems

Operates and updates the computerized outage management and mapping systems

Conducts, reviews, and evaluates contingency planning for restoration of service during major outages and determines a method of system operation that will efficiently restore service

Collaborate with electric crews during switching operations, ensuring safe, reliable operation of the electric system, for employees, citizens and customers

Monitors system and circuit loading and balance and initiates redistribution of loading

Compiles operation logs, outage reports, and billing data

Maintains and updates the electric system operation map to reflect system equipment additions or deletions, and current operating status. Primary resource for mapping system accuracy

Updates databases and system analysis data and status for on-demand analysis of service restoration options

Communicates with customers and field personnel to identify and resolve customer problems and to direct field response to correct electric system problems

Trends electric system peaks and initiates/schedules load reduction through load-control implementation and customer communications

Primary resource in the development and training of SCO personnel in the utility's AutoCAD Mapping System and electric operations procedures

Must be willing and able to work on-call 24 hours a day, including, weekends and holidays. Must be able to respond within documented guidelines while on-call

May oversee and direct the work of less experienced operators or temporary employees

Qualification

SCADA systemsElectrical system operationAutoCADAdvanced mathDatabase softwareProblem-solvingAttention to detailCommunication skillsTeam collaboration

Required

High School Diploma or GED

Three to five years related experience; or equivalent combination of education and experience

Knowledge of system operating and safety procedures; equipment ratings and service level restrictions; and equipment operation and troubleshooting techniques

Knowledge of electrical hazards and conditions presented by system problems

Knowledge of radio operations and protocol

Knowledge of Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition (SCADA) systems

Ability to use AutoCAD, Esri-based and other computerized mapping systems

Ability to use word processing, computer graphics, database, spreadsheet and power meter software

Ability to perform advanced math and statistical analysis

Ability to read and interpret color-coded computer monitor displays and color-coded maps

Ability to develop, modify, and interpret electric wiring diagrams, one-lines, and system maps

Ability to work effectively under stressful conditions

Must be willing and able to work on-call 24 hours a day, including weekends and holidays. Must be able to respond within documented guidelines while on-call

Benefits

Medical, dental, vision (for self, spouse, domestic partner, children) – eligible on the 1st of the month following date of hire

Paid vacation, paid holidays, sick leave, and additional one-time bank of 40 PTO hours for new, full-time, Classified and Unclassified Management hires

Retirement + company contributions – after 6 month probation period and immediate vesting

Flexible spending: Medical expenses FSA, dependent FSA or both

Employee Assistance Program: counseling, legal, financial assistance

Life insurance, short-term and long-term disability

Wellness program, workout facilities

Employee/family onsite health clinic

Learning and development opportunities at all levels in the organization with opportunities for career mobility

Collaborative work environment