Associate Electric System Operator

Date: Feb 3, 2026

Location: Riverhead, NY, US

Company: LIPAPRD

Requisition: 82252

PSEG Company: PSEG Long Island

Salary Range: $ 79,400 - $ 125,600

Work Location Category: Onsite

We’re one of the country’s largest energy companies, with a vision of powering a future where people use less energy, and it’s cleaner, safer and delivered more reliably than ever. We’re also deeply connected to the communities we serve, with more than 13,000 employees working together to support our customers and make a difference every day.

Here, you’ll have the stability and exciting opportunities that come with being a Fortune 500 company — along with a supportive, friendly work environment where your contributions are valued. We know life isn’t one-size-fits-all, and neither is work. That’s why we offer flexible work options depending on the role.

In support of this model, roles have been categorized into one of three work location categories:

1. Onsite – roles where employees are expected to be onsite daily.

2. Hybrid fixed – roles that are a mix of remote work and onsite work fixed days each week.

3. Hybrid flexible – roles that are a mix of remote work and onsite work, but the onsite requirements have greater flexibility. (i.e. 5-8 days a month vs. set days each week).

As an employee, if you are regularly scheduled to work 20 or more hours per week, you will have access to a wide range of comprehensive benefits eligible the first of the month coincident with or following your date of hire., designed to support your total well-being: medical, dental, vision, paternal leave and family leave programs, behavioral health programs, 401(k) with company match, life insurance, tuition reimbursement, and generous paid time off.

More than 13,000 people already call PSEG their work home, taking pride in providing safe, reliable service to millions of customers. If you’re looking for a place where you can build a meaningful career and help power and support our communities, we’d love to welcome you to the team.

PSEG is not offering visa sponsorship for this position.

Job Summary

The Electric System Operator for Distribution will be responsible for the daily supervision of assigned Special Operators (control room personnel) and Emergency Service Specialists (field personnel) in order to effectively and efficiently maintain the safe, economic and reliable operation and maintenance of the PSEG Long Island electric distribution system. Must be available to work a rotational 24 x 7 shift schedule and as required for after-hour call-outs. Substantial overtime is required. Tolerance of job stress and pressure is a major contributor to success in the position. High energy, drive and motivation are necessities.

Job Responsibilities

- Oversee the operational workload of team; ensuring allocated staffs are fully utilized and adequate shift coverage is maintained in accordance with system conditions and collective bargaining agreements

- Analyze and troubleshoot customer electrical issues interruptions, high/low voltage, flickering lights and open neutrals to identify and deliver to benefit the customer and company.

- Promote and implement planned and emergency switching procedures associated with the electric distribution system to ensure compliance with PSEG LI policies and regulatory requirements.

- Communicate with various internal and external organizations, including Public Service, elected officials and major account customers to keep them up to date on and resolve various issues.

- Promote safety and productivity in the Control Room environment for up to 50 servicemen and 9 operators to ensure safety, reliability, security and integrity consistent with company goals, objectives and policies.

- Promote and implement procedural best practice within the team to ensure all working practices are compliant with PSEG LI policies and regulatory requirements.

- Support company response to electric storm management and emergency restoration within division on day-to-day basis (rotating shifts) especially during all conditions of readiness including around the clock coverage to ensure efficient and effective storm response and provide accurate restoration times to customers.

Job Specific Qualifications

- Bachelor’s degree in Engineering Technology or Bachelors in Engineering

- In lieu of degree 6 or more years experience in the area of system protection, substation maintenance, transmission planning, power system engineering or operations

- Be able to work a rotating 12-hour shift

- Applicant will be required to take an approved work aptitude test by an outside consultant in order to accept this position

- A one to two years on the job training program will be provided to all new hires which will include learning job responsibilities, PSEGLI policies and procedures and switching methods and procedures

- The successful candidate will be required to prepare for and pass the NERC Transmission Operator Certification exam within one year of accepting the position

- The ability to interface with all levels of management is essential

- Verbal communication must be clear, concise and effective. Strong analytical reasoning and logical thinking is also essential

- Knowledge of computer simulation tools such as load flow and unit commitment is desired

- Tolerance of job stress and pressure is a major contributor to success in the position

- High energy, drive and work motivation is a necessity

- Effective leadership, team building, problem solving skills are required

- As an employee of PSEGLI, you should be aware that during storm restoration efforts, you may be required to perform functions outside of your routine duties and on a schedule that may be different from normal operations

- Department of Energy's regulation 10 CFR 810 is required

Some positions at PSEG require access to information covered by the Department of Energy’s regulation 10 CFR 810 (Part 810). If applicable, the successful applicant must prove they are: (1) a citizen or national of the USA; OR (2) a lawful permanent resident of the United States (Non-Conditional Permanent I-551 / Green Card / Permanent Resident Card holder); OR (3) a citizen, national, or permanent resident of a “Generally Authorized” destination on the attached list and not also a citizen, national, permanent resident of any country not listed; OR (4) a “Protected Individual” under the Immigration and Naturalization Act (8 U.S.C 1324b(a)(3)).

As an employee of PSEG Long Island, you should be aware that during storm/outage restoration efforts, you may be required to perform functions different from normal operations and work extended hours beyond your regular work schedule. You may also be required to work on premise or in an alternate location as directed by the company.

For all roles, PSEGLI’s drug and alcohol testing program includes pre-employment testing, testing for cause, and post-incident/accident testing.

Employees who are hired or transfer into a federally regulated role (including positions covered by USDOT, PHMSA, or NRC regulations) are subject to random drug and alcohol testing, inclusive of marijuana. Although numerous states throughout the country have legalized marijuana/cannabis products recreationally and medically, the use of these products are prohibited for employees in federally regulated roles. Please note that the use of CBD products may result in a positive drug test for THC/Marijuana and such use is not a legitimate medical explanation for a positive result.

If you are a current PSEG employee and offered an opportunity with PSEG Long Island, you will be treated as a new hire. Please note that as a new hire to the Long Island subsidiary, your benefits will change and generally will be consistent with other similarly situated PSEG Long Island new hires. Similarly, for PSEG Long Island employees who accept job opportunities with PSEG or any of its subsidiaries (other than PSEG Long Island), their benefits will change and generally be consistent with other similarly situated new hires of that company.

PSEGLI is an equal opportunity employer, dedicated to a policy of non-discrimination in employment, including the hiring process, based on any legally protected characteristic. Legally protected characteristics include race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, marital status, sexual orientation, disability or veteran status or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law in locations where PSEG employs individuals.

PSEGLI is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities. If you have a disability and need assistance applying for a position, please call 973-430-3845 or email accommodations@pseg.com.

If you need to request a reasonable accommodation to perform the essential functions of the job, email accommodations@pseg.com. Any information provided regarding a disability will be kept strictly confidential and will not be shared with anyone involved in making a hiring decision.

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