Electric System Operator

Apply On Or Before

Apply on or before 05/17/2024

Department Name

Electric & Gas Utility

EEO/Benefits Information

The City of Tallahassee's workforce is our community's lifeblood, we offer diverse career opportunities, a positive work life balance, competitive compensation, exceptional wellness programs and comprehensive benefit packages all which positions us to be the premier employer of choice for this area. Come be part of something HUGE! For information about benefits offered to eligible City employees, visit ALEX

The City of Tallahassee is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply.

If you require an accommodation, as defined by the Americans with Disabilities Act, please contact the City's ADA Coordinator, in the Office of Diversity & Inclusion at 850-891-8950 or at TLHADA@talgov.com

Job Specifications

For the complete job specification, listing major job functions and duties for this job classification, go to http://www.talgov.com/employment/hr-job-descriptions.aspx

Minimum Training & Experience

Possession of a high school diploma or an equivalent recognized certificate and four years of experience that includes electric utility generation, transmission, or distribution system operation; or an equivalent combination of training and experience.

Necessary Special Requirements

Within 9 months from date of hire incumbent must successfully pass North American Electric Reliability Council (NERC) System Operator certification testing as a Balancing, Interchange, Transmission Operator (BITO) or Reliability Coordinator (RC), with the RC as the preferred certification, and must be approved for Independent Operations on the City of Tallahassee's Electric System. Incumbents must maintain these certifications throughout their employment.

Pursuant to NERC and FRCC Reliability Coordinator requirements, incumbents must be able to communicate clearly, both orally and in writing, using the English language.

Must be able to distinguish between red and green.

Individuals in this classification are considered essential during emergency and storm situations and must be able to work 16 hours per day for extended periods of time and may be required to be away from their family.

Individuals in this classification must be able to work rotating shifts of 12 hours in length that cover 24 hours a day 7 days a week.

Individuals in this classification must be available to serve on-call and are subject to having to work outside of their assigned shift/schedule to meet operational needs.

Employees in this classification that are required to have unescorted access to the Electric Control Center will be required to complete a personnel risk assessment consisting of an identity verification and seven-year criminal history screening (minimum) and maintain satisfactory clearance for continued employment.

Salary Range

$26.8426 to $72.8395/hourly. Hiring rate generally will not exceed $57.9810/hour

Driver's License Requirements

Must possess a valid Class-E State driver's license at the time of appointment.

Veteran's Preference

Certain service members and veterans, and the spouses of the service members and veterans, will receive preference and priority, and certain service members may be eligible to receive waivers for postsecondary educational requirements, in employment and are encouraged to apply for the positions being filled. For information on who may be eligible for Veterans' Preference, go to http://floridavets.org/benefits-services/veterans-preference/, or call Human Resources & Workforce Development at (850) 891-8214 IMPORTANT: In order to claim Veterans' Preference, applicants MUST upload a DD-214 (and other documentation, as applicable) with their online application prior to the closing date of the job opening.

How To Apply

Click the Apply Now button below to Apply On-Line. Only On-Line applications will be accepted for this vacancy.

Remember, you must complete all sections of the on-line application, including education and work history, even if you also submit a resume. If you need additional information about how to complete your on-line application, see our Application page at http://www.talgov.com/employment/employment.aspx

If you have a disability requiring accommodations,please contact the City's ADA Coordinator, in the Office of Diversity & Inclusion at 850-891-8950 or at TLHADA@talgov.com Monday through Friday, between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m., or TDD 711, at least 48 hours, (excluding weekends and holidays), prior to the application deadline.

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