UGI Utilities, Inc. ยท 1 day ago
Manager System Operator
Kingston, PA
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level, Lead/Staff
10+ years expUGI Utilities, Inc. is committed to providing safe and reliable energy services to its customers. The Manager System Operator role involves supervising system operators, managing training programs, and ensuring compliance with regulatory standards while overseeing the transmission and distribution power delivery systems.
Electrical DistributionElectronicsEnergyRenewable Energy
Responsibilities
Supervise system operators in the areas of service delivery, system switching, compliance and interconnection operations. Manage storm/outage response within System Operations
Develop and maintain System Operator training programs to ensure proficiency in job tasks
Procure and provide training opportunities for System Operators to maintain the necessary credentials needed for NERC and PJM Certifications
Develop and deliver other training to support operational needs as required. Responsible for the Electric Operations De-Energizing Lines and Equipment policy
Write and review UGI Manuals to correlate with both PJM and NERC Standards. Prepare and initiate load reduction programs
Manage control center campus facilities, security access, and CCTV systems for the Control Centers and perform other activities as assigned. Perform other duties as requested
Participate in PJM System Operator Subcommittee, PJM Dispatcher Training Task Force, and act as a PJM restoration coordinator
Participate in compliance-related activities including audit preparation, document creation/retention, and ensure compliance with NERC standards within the Control Centers
Responsible for department cost centers and OPEX/CAPEX budgets
Qualification
Required
BS Degree in a Technical Discipline or Equivalent
10 years of utility operating experience
Valid PJM Transmission Certification
Valid NERC Reliability or Transmission Certification
Knowledge of the Pennsylvania electrical code, power plant operations, federal and state utility regulations with regard to service interruptions
Knowledge of computer technology
Knowledge of UGI service territory
Knowledge of DOJM Work Management system
Knowledge of SAP and Power Plan applications
Knowledge of Electric Outage Management System and restoration process
Operation of personal computers/computer-based tools as well as SCADA control systems
Technical writing skills
Ability to perform positively under pressure and in high-stress situations
Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously and obtain desired objectives
Ability to work with other departments and Company management on a regular basis to ensure proper system operation and reliability
Knowledge of Company Safety Rules, Company Operating Instructions, and PJM Operating Instructions
Knowledge of PJM Manuals including Manual 3, Manual 13, Manual 36, and Manual 40
Knowledge of NERC Reliability Standards
Preferred
MBA preferred
Benefits
Competitive total compensation plan
Comprehensive benefits
Upward mobility opportunities
True work life balance
Company
UGI Utilities, Inc.
UGI Utilities, Inc.
1001-5000 employees
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