System Operator, Distribution (Junior)

Select how often (in days) to receive an alert:Location -SaskPower RE Region Service CentrePermanent - Full TimeWe generate more than just power for the people of Saskatchewan. We also offer some of the best jobs in the province. Our challenging careers will help you grow, while being surrounded by a team committed to safety, openness, collaboration and accountability. We offer highly competitive salaries and benefits packages to our employees. If you’re someone who thrives in a team environment and doesn’t shy away from a good challenge, join us!This is a safety-sensitive position, the successful candidate(s) will be required to successfully complete mandatory pre-employment drug and alcohol testing to comply with SaskPower’s Fit for Duty Policy.NOTES:
This is a 24/7 shift position.JOB SUMMARY:
The employee in this classification, on assigned shift, performs a variety of tasks associated with the functionality of the Balancing and Transmission Operations or Distribution workstations, ensuring the optimum level of system reliability of the Bulk Electric or Distribution System. This position is also responsible for coordinating switching for planned and emergency maintenance as well as system restoration while ensuring an optimum level of supply is obtained from the distribution system.KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES:
Operate and monitor computerized switchboards and auxiliary equipment in electrical control centers to control the distribution and to regulate the flow of electrical power in the transmission or distribution networkCoordinate, schedule and direct generating station and substation power loads and line voltages to meet distribution demands during daily operations, system outages, repairs and importing or exporting of powerMonitor and visually inspect station instruments, meters, and alarms to ensure transmission voltages and line loadings are within prescribed limits and to detect equipment failure, line disturbances and outagesCreate and issue Permitting System permits to electrical and mechanical maintenance personnel, assist maintenance and technical personnel to locate and isolate system problems, and assist during routine system testingComplete and maintain station records, logs, and reportsAdhere to applicable safety and environmental standards, regulations, and corporate commitmentsParticipate in continuous educational and professional development, both internal and external and driver’s licencing upgrades, as required by the positionMaintain a clean and orderly work areaUtilize SaskPower’s computer operating environment as required by the positionDirect, coach, train, orient and work effectively with other staffOther related duties, as assignedKNOWLEDGE/SKILLS/ABILITIES:
Bachelor’s Degree, Diploma, Certificate or Program in Business Administration, Computer Science, Engineering or equivalent AND/OR;
Trade Certificate or Diploma within the Electrical discipline AND/OR;
Third Class Power Engineer’s Certificate and Valid Third Class License, or equivalent AND/OR;
Three (3) years of electrical operations experience with high voltage systems and components and/or operating and monitoring the electrical gridExcellent analytical and problem-solving skillsEffective communication skills, both verbally and in writingAble and willing to follow established procedures and execute them in a professional mannerPossess the ability to make and implement sound decisions under emergent conditionsAbility to work in an enclosed environment and work shift work as requiredAbility to cooperate and deal tactfully with othersNOTES:1. Candidates under consideration will be required to participate in an assessment process.This position falls within the scope of the International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers (IBEW), Local 2067.Candidates under consideration may be required to participate in an assessment process consisting of any/all of the following: interview, abilities test, case study and/or presentation.At SaskPower, we believe in the importance of fostering and maintaining a workforce that’s representative of the communities we serve. We acknowledge and recognize equity groups designated by the Canadian Employment Equity Act .We base our selection process on merit and encourage all diverse groups to participate fully.Follow us on LinkedIn to stay up to date on our latest job openings.
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