Distribution System Operator & Associate Operator

Overview

Monitor, analyze, and control OPPD's distribution system, handling outages and crew dispatch.

Requirements

• ems
• oms
• gis
• power systems
• engineering degree
• 2 years

What You Bring

-Proficiency with at least one of the following industry standard software programs: energy management system, outage management system, modeling software, and/or geospatial information system -Distribution power systems, or electrical engineering experience -Associate or Bachelor's degree in engineering, energy generation, or other technical discipline. -Experience with EMS, OMS, and GIS software -Two (2) years' experience in utility operations, electric line work, engineering, or a related technical area

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About Omaha Public Power District

-Operates across Omaha and 13 surrounding counties, providing electricity through a diverse mix of generation methods. -Runs coal, natural gas, fuel oil, wind, solar, landfill gas, and hydroelectric facilities, with ongoing expansion adding renewables and efficient gas turbines. -The Fort Calhoun Nuclear Generating Station was historically managed from 1973 until its shutdown in late 2016. -Key projects include the Cass County and Turtle Creek gas turbine expansions, Platteview Solar, and major wind PPAs. -Integrates innovative grid upgrades such as storm resiliency programs, transmission line hardening, and a modern mobile app for outage updates. -Operates in Nebraska, where all electric utilities are publicly owned and governed by an elected board. -Has navigated major weather crises, including Missouri River floods and record-breaking storms, showcasing operational resilience and rapid response.

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