System Operator (Distribution) (Junior) (REGINA, SK, CA) na SaskPower

NOTES:

This is a 24/7 Shift Position 

JOB SUMMARY:

The employee in this classification, on assigned shift, performs a variety of tasks associated with the functionality of the Balancing and Transmission Operations or Distribution workstations, ensuring the optimum level of system reliability of the Bulk Electric or Distribution System. This position is also responsible for coordinating switching for planned and emergency maintenance as well as system restoration while ensuring an optimum level of supply is obtained from the distribution system. 

KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES:

•    Operate and monitor computerized switchboards and auxiliary equipment in electrical control centers to control the distribution and to regulate the flow of electrical power in the transmission or distribution network 
•    Coordinate, schedule and direct generating station and substation power loads and line voltages to meet distribution demands during daily operations, system outages, repairs and importing or exporting of power 
•    Monitor and visually inspect station instruments, meters, and alarms to ensure transmission voltages and line loadings are within prescribed limits and to detect equipment failure, line disturbances and outages 
•    Create and issue Standard Protection Code permits to electrical and mechanical maintenance personnel, assist maintenance and technical personnel to locate and isolate system problems, and assist during routine system testing
•    Complete and maintain station records, logs, and reports
•    Adhere to applicable safety and environmental standards, regulations, and corporate commitments 
•    Participate in continuous educational and professional development, both internal and external and driver’s licencing upgrades, as required by the position 
•    Maintain a clean and orderly work area
•    Utilize SaskPower’s computer operating environment as required by the position
•    Direct, coach, train, orient and work effectively with other staff
•    Other related duties, as assigned

KNOWLEDGE/SKILLS/ABILITIES:

•    Bachelor’s Degree, Diploma, Certificate or Program in Business Administration, Computer Science, Engineering or equivalent AND/OR; 
•    Trade Certificate or Diploma within the Electrical discipline AND/OR;
•    Third Class Power Engineer’s Certificate and Valid Third Class License, or equivalent AND/OR;
•    Three (3) years of electrical operations experience with high voltage systems and components and/or operating and monitoring the electrical grid
•    Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills
•    Effective communication skills, both verbally and in writing
•    Able and willing to follow established procedures and execute them in a professional manner
•    Possess the ability to make and implement sound decisions under emergent conditions
•    Ability to work in an enclosed environment and work shift work as required
•    Ability to cooperate and deal tactfully with others

NOTES: 

1.    Candidates under consideration will be required to participate in an assessment process.