About the position
POWER UP A CAREER WITH US! Our people are our greatest investments. Be the light to help us keep our customers connected. If you are interested in a career and not just a position, Tampa Electric is the place to be! Tampa Electric offers competitive pay, a comprehensive benefits package, and opportunities for growth and development in a friendly and professional work environment. We embrace diversity and the inclusion of all. We believe our differences, unique perspectives, and talents are our strengths and integral to the success of our company. We're honored to serve approximately 780,000 customers across West Central Florida and safely provide them with clean, affordable, and reliable electricity. We've been doing it for more than 100 years, and there's so much more ahead. Join our team of energy experts as we build on that legacy through innovation, continued solar investments, cost-effective and sustainable energy solutions, all while keeping top-notch customer service at the center of all we do. The Energy System Operator position consists of three general functions: Transmission, Generation, and Interchange. Within each of these functions, the Energy System Operator has the authority to take the appropriate actions to ensure the stable and reliable operations of the Bulk Electric System, up to and including the shedding of firm load. The Transmission function involves monitoring, taking appropriate action, and directing the switching/clearances on lines of 69KV voltage and above. The Generation function involves balancing resources to the load. The Interchange function involves arranging, scheduling, monitoring, and accounting for all interchange transactions. The Interchange function is also responsible for evaluating and approving transmission service requests. All functions require directing the activities of other TEC personnel. The Energy System Operator must be able to successfully perform all three functions (transmission, generation, and interchange) in compliance with NERC and FRCC Standards.
Responsibilities
- Monitor power system and respond to alarms.
- Direct switching activity of the transmission system and issue Clearances to work on tagged and grounded equipment.
- Ensure rapid recovery from loss of transmission facility and stabilize the power system to prevent further decay of the system, including shedding of firm load.
- Monitor Advanced Applications and respond to contingency violations.
- Review and update load forecast for the next hour.
- Dispatch available generation resources to minimize production cost and maintain security of the power system.
- Ensure rapid recovery from generation loss or loss of transmission facilities and stabilize the power system to prevent further decay of the system.
- Monitor and control natural gas usage.
- Arrange, schedule, monitor, and account for all interchange transactions.
- Respond to Transmission Service requests.
Requirements
- Minimum of a High School Diploma or GED required; Bachelor's Degree in a related field preferred.
- Current NERC RC or BIT certification OR the ability to pass the NERC System Operator Certification exam within six months of hiring is required.
- Experience in ONE of the following is required: Engineering Degree with a minimum of one year of power plant or transmission/substation experience; Minimum of two years as a Control Center Operator; Minimum of three years as a Distribution System Operator III; Minimum of three years of direct experience working rotating shifts through the Balancing, Interchange, and Transmission functions; Minimum of five years of experience working the Control Room as a Combined Cycle Specialist or an IGCC Process Specialist; Minimum of five years of experience as a Power Trader; Minimum of five years of experience as a Journeyman Substation Electrician with switching, troubleshooting, and relay & control experience.
- Must demonstrate sound judgment, and excellent leadership and communication skills.
- Strong computer skills with a working knowledge of Microsoft Office applications are required.
Nice-to-haves
- Knowledge of NERC Reliability Standards.
- Experience with Energy Management System (EMS), Florida Transmission Management System (FTMS), integrated Tools for Operations Application (iTOA), Open Access Technology International's (OATI's) WebSmart and WebTrans/WebScheduler, and Energy Accounting (EA) Online.
Benefits
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Opportunities for advancement
- Paid time off
- Tuition reimbursement
