Systems Operator

Salary: Depends on Qualifications

Location : Fort Pierce, FL

Job Type: Full Time

Job Number: 2023-00046

Department: ELECTRIC OPERATIONS

Opening Date: 07/18/2023

Position Summary and Qualifications

Salary assigned will be commensurate with experience.

Complex, skilled work requiring considerable judgment in operating the Electric Transmission and Distribution System (T&D) and performing transmission, distribution and trouble dispatching for the Electric Operations Department
Covers dispatching duties for FPUA water, wastewater and natural gas utilities on nights, weekends and holidays
Reports directly to the Operations Superintendent.

Must possess:

• Knowledge of procedures for transmission/distribution and trouble dispatching.
• Considerable knowledge of switchgear, switching equipment, relays and protective devices, substation equipment; of electricity including the principles of direct and alternating currents.
• Knowledge of electric circuits, transformers, as they relate to electrical T&D.
• Knowledge of safety rules, regulations and first aid.
• Considerable knowledge of computer operation.
• Ability to keep accurate records and make reports.
• Ability to maintain effective working relationships with fellow employees, public and other systems.

Graduation from an accredited high school or possession of an acceptable equivalency diploma
Training and/or experience in electricity as applied to electric T&D systems; OR an equivalent combination of education, training and experience which provides the requisite knowledge, skills and abilities
Must obtain North American Electric Reliability Corporation (NERC) System Operator-Transmission Certification within nine (9) months of assuming position or within six (6) months of FPUA being notified of designation as a Transmission Operator.

When considering new job applicants, a comparable amount of training and experience may be substituted for the minimum qualifications.

(NOTE: There are also secondary functions, which the employee will be required to perform.)

Issues orders and requests for switching operations applicable to all T&D lines, line releases, line clearances, and hold tags and restoration orders
Observes and enforces special operating instructions applicable to distribution schedules, switching orders and safety rules and regulations

Operates above functions on SCADA or EMS system for all field crews and supervisors
Has a strong overall knowledge of the SCADA or EMS system.
Operates and monitors the Interactive Voice Response System (IVR).
Complies with all applicable North American Electric Reliability Corporation (NERC) reliability standards requirements, Florida Reliability Coordinating Council (FRCC) reliability standards requirements, and all FPUA reliability standards.
Keeps accurate records and reports
Makes required reports as designated by U/A Management to various regulatory agencies.
Performs analysis using the Responder Outage Management System (OMS) to assist management in areas in the system that need repair / upgrading
This analysis is intended to be root cause in nature using Pareto charts and other tools as required.
Receives and returns calls from customers concerning power outages and related matters
Maintains radio contact with line crews/service crews and substation personnel.
Works on rotating shift as scheduled within the Electric Operations Department.
Ensures accuracy of maps, diagrams and drawings in trouble dispatching office.
Performs other duties as assigned.

HOLIDAYS: 12 paid holidays per year
VACATION: Accrual for Regular Employees:
0 through 5 years - 12 days/year (96 hrs)
6 through 10 years - 14 days/year (112 hrs)
11 through 15 years - 17 days/year (136 hrs)
More than 15 years - 20 days (160 hrs)
SICK: Accrual for All Regular Employees: 3.70 hours/pay period (96 hrs)

RETIREMENT PROGRAMS:

• City of Fort Pierce Retirement System (Mandatory Participation)
• International City Management Association (Mission Square) (Voluntary)
• Deferred Retirement Option Plan (DROP)

HEALTH INSURANCE: Effective for employees and dependents on the first day of the month following completion of 30 days continuous service
FPUA pays most of employee premium and 71% of the dependent premium


DENTAL INSURANCE - Becomes effective for employees and dependents on the first day of the month following completion of 30 days continuous service
FPUA pays 100% of employee premium and 60% of the dependent premium.

VISION - Becomes effective for employees and dependents on the first day of the month following completion of 30 days continuous service
FPUA pays 100% of employee premium eye care coverage for employees and a portion for their family members, including eye exams, glasses, contact lenses, etc.

LIFE INSURANCE - TERM (EMPLOYEES ONLY) - Life insurance and accidental death and dismemberment policy equal to 1x employee's annual salary
Employees may also purchase, on a voluntary basis, additional life insurance through payroll deduction in $10,000 increments up to $100,000.

LONG TERM DISABILITY - Employees out for more than 90 days due to a disabling injury or illness will receive 60% of wage, up to $4,500 per month


VOLUNTARY BENEFITS -

• CANCER, DREAD DISEASE, SHORT TERM DISABILITY & ACCIDENT COVERAGE
• COMPUTER PURCHASE PLAN
• PAID COLLEGE EDUCATION
• Flexible Benefit Program
• Wellness Program
• WHOLE LIFE INSURANCE
• DEPENDENT LIFE INSURANCE

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Each applicant must complete this supplemental questionnaire as a part of the application screening and selection process
The information you provide will be reviewed and used to determine your eligibility to move forward in the selection, hiring or employment process
Incomplete responses, false statements, omissions, or partial information may result in disqualification of the selection process, discontinuing of the hiring process or termination of employment, no matter when discovered
Do you agree to answer each supplemental question truthfully and that your responses can be verified from information included within the application?

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Referring to FPUA's System Operator job description, please describe skills and qualifications you have that would enable you to fulfill the duties of the System Operator position at FPUA
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Please list employers and employment dates where you have performed the job functions that are described in the System Operator job description.>> Do not refer us to your resume, please answer the question as directed
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Please provide personal examples of troubleshooting and problem solving you've encountered while in a position similar to the System Operator position
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