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Mississippi Power · 2 days ago

Distribution System Operator

Gulfport, MS

Full-time

Hybrid

Mid Level

3+ years exp

Mississippi Power is a subsidiary of Southern Company providing reliable energy to over 192,000 customers in southeast Mississippi. The Distribution System Operator is responsible for the effective operation of the electric distribution system, including monitoring, dispatching employees, and ensuring communication regarding electrical issues.

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Comp. & Benefits

Responsibilities

Monitor and operate the distribution system through the current and future systems provided in Customer Operations. The current systems include, but are not limited to, DSCADA, TCMS (Current OMS System), ARMS III, DistGIS, ARCOS, Weather Services, DMIR, IFACTOR and CSS

Write and execute switching orders for routine activities and emergency restoration. This includes coordinating the various switching clearances in compliance with the SDOP and all other procedures pertaining to switching of the Distribution system

Direct the service restoration efforts for distribution outages through effective direction of SOCO and contract employees familiar with distribution restoration. This will also include effective switching through automated and manual devices

Direct routine work and restoration through ARMS for the Electric Servicemen, Customer Servicemen, Local Town Personnel and other departments/employees that utilize ARMS

Communicate outage information and take in the big picture to notify appropriate employees and management, including Distribution Operations, Divisions, and Corporate Communications of restoration progress and needs

Ensure daily activities and procedures are completed in a safe, timely, and correct manner. This includes activities and procedures for Switching, TCMS, EMS, ARMS III, Daily Reports, Switch Board, Switching Calendar, and DMIR

Ensure all Compliance and Security measures are maintained

The incumbent is required to work a rotating shift and report to work outside of normal shift hours as needed

Qualification

Electrical utility experienceSouthern Company Distribution Operating ProceduresElectrical theory knowledgeAnalytical skillsLine construction knowledgeCustomer Service processes knowledgeSelf-directedWork under stressEffective communication skillsInterpersonal skills

Required

Successful completion of the Pre-Screening test for DCC Operators

Thorough knowledge of the Southern Company Distribution Operating Procedures (SDOP) to aid employees in working safely and efficiently in the operation of SOCO's distribution system

Effective oral and written communication skills, ability to work effectively under varying levels of stress and pressure, and good interpersonal skills

Good analytical/thinking skills to be able to quickly analyze information and respond appropriately

Ability to work alone and be self-directed

Working knowledge of electrical theory for the purpose of operating SOCO's distribution system

Working knowledge of line construction to ensure safe, efficient, and reliable service

Working knowledge of the company's Customer Service Organization and processes that affect the distribution electric system and customer accounting

Ability to provide direct feedback in a positive manner on the day-to-day operation of the system

Understanding of the impact the Distribution System Operator has on the success of other departments, inside and outside of Customer Operations Department

Significant commitment as an after-hours resource who will be readily available as required

Preferred

3 or more years' experience in the electrical utility field, such as dispatching, electric utility, or military (electrical or Control Center) experience preferred

Engineering degree may be considered in lieu of experience