Power Systems Coordinator 3 - PSYSC3

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  • Gulfport, MS
  • $30.00-49.40 per hour
  • Permanent
  • Full-time
  • 16 days ago
Job Title: Power System Coordinator
Location: Gulfport, MS
Pay Range: $45.00-$49.00/hr on W2Job Description:
  • This position holds primary responsibility for the real time monitoring, operation, and control of the Bulk Power Transmission system at MPC.
  • The applicant must already possess certification by the North American Electric Reliability Council (NERC) as a Transmission Operator or Reliability Coordinator, in order to perform the position's operational responsibilities.
Responsibilities include:
  • Minute-to-minute monitoring and control of the bulk electric power system under normal system conditions.
  • Analysis and evaluation of the system, determination of restoration actions and implementation of those actions under abnormal system conditions.
  • The ability to remain current in understanding and implementation of all NERC compliance
  • standards.
Education Requirements:
  • A thorough understanding of the operation of an electric system is necessary.
  • A Bachelor of Science degree in Electrical Engineering is desirable (not required) and may be considered in lieu of experience.
Experience Requirements:
  • Prior experience in Transmission Systems required (Substations, Transmission Lines, Operations, or Protection & Controls).
  • Extensive knowledge and/or experience in transmission system operations and characteristics is preferred.
  • Extensive knowledge and/or experience in substation equipment and their operating characteristics is preferred.
  • General knowledge and/or experience in generation control, system protection, and system control is desired.
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:
The successful candidate must possess:
  • Thorough knowledge of interconnected power systems operations.
  • Excellent written and oral communications skills.
  • Comprehensive computer skills in order to utilize numerous computer applications.
  • The leadership and other interpersonal skills required to work with other professionals in a team environment.
  • The ability to handle multiple inputs and tasks at one time, prioritize work and provide leadership during critical system events.
  • Superior problem solving skills and be comfortable making decisions with limited input and extreme time constraints.
Other Requirements:
  • This position requires shift work on a rotational basis working shifts which are 12 hours in length. Shifts include days, nights, and weekends.
  • Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) Standard of Conduct must be signed and adhered to.
  • The applicant must already possess certification by the North American Electric Reliability Council
  • (NERC) as a Transmission Operator or Reliability Coordinator, in order to perform the position's operational responsibilities.

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