Avangrid · 2 days ago
Supervisor - Distribution System Ops
Vestal, NY
Full-time
Onsite
Mid, Senior Level
$91K/yr - $125K/yr
5+ years expAvangrid is committed to providing safe and reliable electric power services. The Supervisor - Distribution System Ops is responsible for the operation of the Distribution Electric System, coordinating field employees and ensuring compliance with reliability standards while responding to system events and emergencies.
Charity
Hiring Manager
Ashlee Vann
Responsibilities
Monitors and evaluates electric power system alarms and events, prepares and initiates corrective action response utilizing Distribution Network Analysis (DNA) along with the Advanced Distribution Management System (ADMS). Anticipates and responds to actual or predicted thermal and voltage violations on the distribution electric power system. Provides direction and assistance to operations staff during electric and/or gas system emergencies. Prepare reports on system disturbances and events as required
Responsible for complying with the applicable reliability standards and the applicable ISO, Regulatory authorities, and internal policy and procedure
Evaluates reliability impact of planned maintenance outages. Reviews and directs the switching of Company electric distribution facilities for scheduled inspection, maintenance, and testing to follow all applicable safety rules & procedures and coordinates efforts with Transmission Operations when applicable
Evaluates and directs the response to spontaneous distribution, generation, or substation equipment outages. Initiates action to manage and limit risk of uncontrolled failure of components or cascading outages of the interconnection. Plans emergency isolation and restoration activity to minimize duration and number of customers interrupted to achieve CAIDI/SAIFI reliability targets
During normal and emergency conditions, has the authority to direct timely and appropriate real-time actions. Has authority to shed firm load to prevent or alleviate Operating Limit violations. These actions are performed without obtaining approval from higher-level personnel within the organization
Provides operations and communications interface with NY or NE ISO and Distribution Energy Resources located in the Company's area
As applicable, directs after-hours customer service trouble dispatch activity including the dispatch of field operations crews in response to electric and gas distribution trouble and emergencies
Schedule shifts and provide technical guidance and expertise to employees engaged in the operation of the electric and/or gas system. Develop and implement general operating practices, procedures, and methods that promote the safe and reliable operation of the electric power system. Direct, plan, document, review and/or appraise the work of direct reports, provide coaching, counseling, and disciplinary action if required
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's Degree in Electrical Technology or related field of study or an A.A.S. Degree in Electrical Engineering with 5 years related experience
In-depth knowledge of interconnected electric power system operations, generation characteristics, electrical equipment operations, system protection desirable
Experience and knowledge of energy control systems and electric power system network analysis applications desirable
Familiarity with SCADA (Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition), OMS (Outage Management System) and GIS (Geographic Information System)
Familiarity with Switching and Tagging procedures and OSHA Electric Safety Standards
Knowledge of customer service procedures desirable
Supervisory experience and knowledge of labor relations practices desirable where applicable
Results and proactive orientation
Strong analytical, leadership, interpersonal, and communications skills
Able to make operational decisions under pressure
Able to take on special projects
Demonstrated administrative and decision-making abilities
Able to operate computer and communication equipment and Analytic applications
Required to work a 24X7 shift rotation shifts that includes nights holidays, and weekends
Ability to work effectively with all areas of the company
Preferred
Global view of the Business - COMPETENT
Achieving Results and continuous improvements - COMPETENT
Initiative - ADVANCED
Innovation & Creativity - COMPETENT
Flexibility & Globalization - ADVANCED
Customer Focus - COMPETENT
Communicating & Influencing - COMPETENT
Team Work - COMPETENT
Team management - COMPETENT
Developing Others - COMPETENT
Company
Avangrid
Avangrid, Inc.
Founded in 1997Orange, Connecticut, USA
5001-10000 employees
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