Dist System Operator I
Exelon
Operate electric distribution system, dispatch crews, manage outages and safety tagging.
7 days ago ago
$75,200 - $103,400
Entry-level, Junior (1-3 years)
Full Time
Newark, DE
Field
Company Size
20,014 Employees
Service Specialisms
Information Technology
Engineering
Administration
Accounting & Finance
Security
Program/Project Management
Customer Service
Clerical
Sector Specialisms
Electric Power Generation
Electric Power Distribution
Gas Transmission
Gas Maintenance
Gas Distribution
Infrastructure
Fleet Management
Freight and Logistics
Role
What you would be doing
system monitoring
emergency dispatch
work orders
ticket updates
crew coordination
scheduling
- Keep supervisors informed of abnormal system conditions, major customer outages and equipment related problems. Maintain operating log, interruption reports and associated records to accurately record system status and sequence of events. (5%)
- Dispatch and, if necessary, acquire additional qualified resources to address electric emergencies (20%)
- Draft work requests and work orders for electrical distribution system equipment in need of repair. (5%)
- Dispatch electric planned and emergent work under the direction of the shift manager. Provide adequate ticket comments regarding outage characteristics in the OMS system. (35%)
- Functional control over various operating, construction, testing, customer and contractor groups in the performance of limited electrical switching, repair, testing and related work activities involving lines, transformers, and other equipment under the jurisdiction of the Distribution Shift Manager. The different groups include overhead operating, overhead and underground maintenance and distribution testing.
- Acquire additional electric crews to support emergent repairs of the distribution electric system. Keep supervisors informed of abnormal system conditions, major customer outages and equipment related problems (30%)
- Plan, schedule and load all work for all qualified workers into their mobile data terminals. (5%)
What you bring
emergency response
shift work
engineering degree
analytical
independent judgment
sopd test
- Demonstrated ability to respond to emergencies and manage stressful situations while shifting between multiple tasks.
- Excellent written and oral communication skills
- Ability to work shift work
- Ability to sit and stand for extended periods of time. Must have the ability to differentiate between and recognize specific colors on computer schematics that relay important system configuration information.
- Two-year Associate's degree with a concentration in engineering or technology-related field. OR high school degree with 3-6 years' relevant experience OR one-year internal Exelon experience performing DSD1 related work.
- Demonstrated analytical skills and judgment
- Ability and willingness to progress to higher Distribution System Operator job classifications.
- Independent judgment is essential in making the real time decisions necessary to maintain the integrity, reliability and security of the Exelon Utilities distribution system.
- Candidate must receive a "Recommended" result on the System Operator / Power Dispatch (SOPD) test to be eligible for consideration
- Referral bonus program
- Annual salary will vary based on a candidate’s skills, qualifications, experience, and other factors: $75,200.00/Yr. – $103,400.00/Yr.
- 401(k) match and annual company contribution
- Generous paid time off options, including vacation, sick time, floating and fixed holidays, maternity leave and bonding/primary caregiver leave or parental leave
- Employee Assistance Program and resources for mental and emotional support
- Annual Bonus for eligible positions: 10%
- Medical, dental and vision insurance
- Wellbeing programs such as tuition reimbursement, adoption and surrogacy assistance and fitness reimbursement
- Life and disability insurance
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Company
Overview
Fortune 200-ranked
Company Ranking
Recognized as a leading enterprise in the U.S. with significant market presence.
$23B Revenue
Annual Revenue
Generates over $23 billion in annual revenue, reflecting substantial market influence.
10M+ Customers
Customer Base
Serves over 10 million customers across multiple regional networks.
20+ Reactors
Nuclear Capacity
Owns a significant portion of U.S. nuclear generation capacity, supporting its energy backbone.
- Exelon operates as America's largest regulated energy delivery company, formed from the merger of two century-old utilities in 2000.
- It focuses on modernizing infrastructure and enhancing grid resilience through continuous investment.
- The company's portfolio includes major utilities such as ComEd, BGE, PECO, Pepco, and others, covering vast transmission and distribution systems.
- In 2022, Exelon spun off its power generation arm while maintaining full ownership of its transmission and distribution networks.
- Exelon’s strategic initiatives often influence the mid-Atlantic and Midwest energy markets, shaping the regional energy landscape.
- Safety: We put safety first in all that we do.
- Integrity: We uphold the highest standards of integrity in all of our actions.
- Customer Commitment: We are passionate about exceeding customer expectations.
- Excellence: We strive for excellence in everything we do.
- Teamwork: We collaborate to achieve success as one team.
- Accountability: We take responsibility for our actions and deliver on our commitments.
50% CO2 reduction
Emissions Goal
Plans to cut CO2 emissions by half by 2030 compared to 2005 levels, aligning with global climate targets.
10M+ customers
Renewable Energy Access
Aiming to deliver clean, reliable energy to over 10 million customers through increased renewable capacity.
- Net-zero emissions target by 2050.
- Continued development of energy storage systems and cleaner energy solutions.
By 2030.
Gender Parity Goal
Commitment to achieving gender parity in leadership roles within the next decade.
45%
Diverse Workforce
The workforce composition includes women and minorities.
30%
Technical Roles Goal
Aim to increase the percentage of women in technical roles by 2025.
- Established various employee resource groups to promote a diverse and inclusive environment.
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