Central Hudson

Sr Transmission Operator

LocationKingston, NY
Job TypeFull-time

About This Job


Benefits

Competitive compensation
Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance
401(k) Retirement Savings Plan with substantial company match
Life and Travel Insurance
Tuition Assistance
Wellness Reimbursement Program
Paid Holidays and Vacation


What is a Senior Transmission Operator?

A Senior Transmission Operator (STO) provides management oversight of all aspects of the Company’s electric and natural gas transmission and distribution networks. A Senior Transmission Operator works on a rotating shift schedule and provides all aspects of supervision duties directly to the Engineering Group Operators and indirectly to the Customer Services Group Control Center Dispatchers, Call Center employees, and all field forces on-duty.


What does a Senior Transmission Operator do?

Using independent judgment, supervises personnel engaged in the 24x7 operation of the electric and gas transmission systems and personnel engaged in the dispatch function in the Control Center and Contact Center after-hours including the approval or denial of requests for vacation, shift changes, personal/sick time, and other routine personnel matters. STOs also manage the progressive discipline process of direct reports up to and including suspension and/or discharge if necessary.
Maintains the Operator shift schedules in tandem with the Director – Distribution System Operations to ensure all shifts are adequately staffed; reviews and approves all direct reports’ timesheets and performs monthly timesheet audits.
Performs training responsibilities for each assigned Operator; ensures that Operators are progressing to and maintaining full qualification, proficiency, and certification; provides periodic constructive feedback and monitors corrective actions
Develops and maintains a thorough understanding of Operator requirements and expectations and ensures Operators strive to meet or exceed them
Maintains proficiency with all FERC Standards of Conduct requirements and NERC Electric Reliability Standard requirements for all company registrations; maintains NERC Transmission Operator and DOT Operator Qualification certifications.
Possesses a thorough understanding of the Electric and Gas Outage Coordination function including reliability assessments for real-time and contingency analysis; preparation, review, approval, and scheduling of all Transmission Switching and Valving Orders; develops real-time daily operating plans
Possesses the ability to independently operate the electric and gas transmission systems, and takes an active leadership role during storm restoration and other emergency response activities
Participates in the NYISO System Operations Advisory Subcommittee (SOAS) and the Restoration Working Group (RWG)
Actively participates in operating meetings to promote a positive, engaged, results-driven work environment, and ensures teamwork and collaboration
Continuously seeks out new process improvements/methods to improve operational performance and productivity
Performs operating experience and human performance investigations
Participates in the hiring process to fill positions

What does it take to be a Senior Transmission Operator?


Required

Bachelors Degree in Engineering, Mechanical Science, or other technology related field with prior experience in control room operations, gas/electric utility experience, system protection, military technical or nuclear training. In lieu of a Bachelor’s degree, an Associate’s degree in Engineering, Mechanical Science, or other technology related field with 3+ year of experience in control room operations, gas/electric utility experience, system protection, military technical or nuclear training. In lieu of an associate’s degree, candidates with a high school diploma or equivalency degree and 5+ years of experience in the areas listed above will be considered
Must be willing and available to work rotating shifts and successfully complete a personal risk assessment
Must be able to achieve DOT Gas Operator Qualification in tasks 59, 60 & 70 within 3 months from hire date
Must be able to achieve NERC Transmission Operator certification within 9 months from hire date and complete the System Operator Training Program within 12 months from hire date
Proficiency with computers and computer applications (e.g. Microsoft Office, EMS/SCADA, Transmission Outage application, etc.)
Strong interpersonal, planning, organizational, verbal and written communication skills with high attention to detail
Ability to prioritize tasks and perform duties effectively under emergency and contingency situations
Valid driver’s license


Preferred

Experience in electric or gas system operations practices, understanding of power system dynamics and/or transmission system operations
NERC Transmission Operator certification and DOT Gas Operator qualification in tasks 59, 60, & 70
1+ years of supervisory experience

Applications will be accepted until May 28, 2025.


Pay range: $112,500 – $168,700

Please go to https://www.cenhud.com/employment. Click the “Search Career Opportunities” button. Follow the directions to submit an application and upload your resume for the desired position.

Applications sent via e-mail and US Mail will not be accepted. No phone calls or agencies, please. All replies will be held in strict confidence.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment and will not be discriminated against on the basis of race, creed, color, ethnicity, arrest or conviction record, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, citizenship, genetic information, familial status, marital status, pregnancy-related condition, domestic violence victim status, veteran or military status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. Central Hudson Gas & Electric Corporation takes affirmative action in support of its policy to employ and advance employment in individuals who are protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.


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