Section Operator

Overview

Coordinates operation and switching of electric and gas transmission facilities.

Key Responsibilities

• crew dispatch
• trouble analysis
• gas monitoring
• substation ops
• outage coordination
• diagram updating

Tasks

-Dispatches crews for minor troubles during this period. -Assures rigid observance of ''Operating Instructions for Switching and Tagging Procedures of Electric Lines and Equipment", and standard procedures for gas operations. -Makes initial analysis of trouble in his Section and initiates action to minimize interruptions. -Keeps logs of operations in his Section to supplement automatically recorded data. -Monitors and maintains gas pressures at given locations within predetermined limits by means of supervisory control equipment. -Operates and monitors supervisory controlled electric substations throughout the Section. -Receives trouble calls when customer service personnel and switchboard operators are off duty. -Recognizes unusual conditions and situations and informs responsible Corporate, Area or District operating personnel. Performs other related or less skilled work as required. -Coordinates the outage of lines and equipment for testing, maintenance and repairs to assure continuity of service in cooperation with Area and District operating personnel. Issues switching orders for deenergizing, grounding, tagging and re-energizing transmission, sub-transmission, distribution, substation and generating plant facilities. -Marks up system diagram boards to conform with current field conditions. -Under directive supervision coordinates the operation of Section facilities which may affect the electric and gas transmission and distribution systems.

Requirements

• a.a.s.
• electrical tech
• 3 yrs
• operator license
• agile
• analytical

What You Bring

-Be agile -Must possess A.A.S. degree in Electrical Technology -Must meet the general requirements for all employees as outlined in the Preamble to the Job Specification Manual -Technical Skills -Normal health, physique and use of senses as indicated by passing the required physical examination given by a Company physician, including color perception. -Must possess analytical ability and emotional stability. -Must be neat and orderly in work and preparation of records. -Must be able to receive and transmit orders and instructions in such a manner as to inspire respect and confidence. -Should have had 3 years' experience in electric operating or related functions. -Must be willing to work extra and/or irregular hours and/or a shift schedule. -Will be expected to absorb Company training in Section Operating work, measured by appropriate job knowledge tests, as described in the Memorandum of Agreement titled ''Section Operator Training Program''. This includes general knowledge of the operation of generating stations, transmission and distribution lines, substations, gas distribution systems, geography of Company territory, Company Safety Rules, ''Operating Instructions for Switching and Tagging Procedures of Electric Lines and Equipment'', and standard procedures for gas operations. -Must be able to qualify for Automobile Operator's License, when required.

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About Avangrid

-Born in 2015 from a merger with UIL Holdings, creating a national powerhouse from regional utilities. -Headquartered in Orange, Connecticut, with operations in 24 U.S. states. -Its utilities arm manages eight electric and natural gas systems. -Projects include onshore wind, solar, biomass, thermal plants, and grid upgrades. -Fully acquired by Iberdrola in late 2024, enhancing investment potential. -Key ventures include the nation's largest offshore wind project and the Maine Power upgrade. -Combines local legacy with large-scale clean energy ambition.

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