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Job Description

The Associate Dispatcher is a training position for becoming a Distribution Dispatcher in the Duke Energy Florida's Distribution Control Center.

The job responsibility of the Associate Distribution Dispatcher is to complete The Dispatcher Qualification Program which typically takes between six to eighteen months. The goal of the program is to develop proficiency in all Distribution Dispatcher functions through the use of various training methods including the classroom, on-the-job training, and field experience.

The Distribution Dispatcher functions include operating the electrical distribution system in a safe and reliable manner; monitoring multiple computer applications for system alarms and outages; coordinating and directing switching activities for normal maintenance and power restoration; forming contingency plans to mitigate consequences and implementing contingency plans should an event occur; and dispatching service level work orders to field resources.

The position requires a two part pre-employment testing:

- System Operator Power Dispatch test (SO/PD)

Progression through the hiring process will be contingent upon the SOPD test recommendation, and a formal interview.

Basic/Required Qualifications

- High School Diploma or equivalent and must meet one of the following criteria:

- Journeyman lineman

- Journeyman electrician-substation

- System Protection & Control Technician (Relay Tech)

- 5 years of distribution related experience

- 3 years distribution related experience and Associate’s Degree in related field

- 1 years distribution related experience and Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical Engineering

Desired Qualifications

- Ability to comprehend one- line and three-line diagrams

- Experience with SCADA and OMS applications

- Must be able to work in a high paced, rapidly changing environment

Specific Requirements

- Available to work days, nights, weekends and holidays; rotating shifts

Travel Requirements

5-15%

Relocation Assistance Provided (as applicable)

No

Represented/Union Position

Main IBEW Florida Union

Visa Sponsored Position

No

Posting Expiration Date

Monday, September 15, 2025

All job postings expire at 12:01 AM on the posting expiration date.

Please note that in order to be considered for this position, you must possess all of the basic/required qualifications.

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