System Controller

2 weeks ago

Guelph, Canada Alectra Utilities Full time

The Opportunity

Job Posting Number:
**2024-277**

Position:
**System Controller**

**Location**:
**Guelph (Southgate)**

Reports to:
***Supervisor, System Control**

Business Group:
**Network Operations**
Division:
***System Control
Hours per Week:
**40**

Rate of Pay:
***$55.63/hour**

Number of Openings:
**1**

Union:
***IBEW**

Open:
**October 21, 2024**

Close:
***November 1, 2024**

**Position** **Purpose**:
Reporting to the Supervisor, System Control, this position is responsible for monitoring, controlling and authorizing the operation of several unique and diverse electrical distribution systems ensuring the safe, efficient and reliable delivery of power.

**Responsibilities**:

- Operate, authorize and direct the safe and reliable operation of the Alectra distribution system under normal and emergency conditions on a 24/7 basis.
- Monitor, control, and record all activities on the distribution system.
- Prioritizes and reports deficiencies of all station/distribution equipment including SCADA and communication systems and conducts follow up as required.
- Maintain the distribution system configuration as designed/planned whenever possible.
- Coordinates activities and outages on transformer station / transmission lines and distribution equipment with Hydro One/IESO and other Alectra departments to ensure all work is carried out in a safe, economic and efficient manner.
- Coordinate disconnects and reconnects between line crews, residential, commercial and key account customers for maintenance, upgrades and revenue issues including installation of microfits or embedded generation.
- Answering telephone calls from customers regarding inquiries, service requests and trouble reports and dispatch respondents as appropriate.
- Supporting the Outage Management function by performing such daily tasks as organizing and keeping an accurate record of interruptions and transfers, and checking and filing records including Orders-To-Operate, Operator Summary, schematics, etc.
- Manage outages using the Outage Management System for real-time statistical reporting and data analysis.
- Communicates with Management and members of the public to provide status of power outages and anticipated restoration times.
- Update GIS records, operating diagrams and other databases to reflect real-time distribution system configuration.
- Communicate with and prepare reports for various agencies including, ESA, MOE and MOL.
- Assists the System Control Supervisor in developing operational procedures and processes.
- Assist in the training and evaluation of System Control Apprentices.
- Perform analytical problem solving, trouble shooting and contingency planning of the distribution system.
- Respond to emergencies as defined in the Alectra Electrical Emergency Preparedness Plan (EEPP).
- Emergency switching and power restorations. Direct crews/supervisors to restore power safely.

***:
**Qualifications, Knowledge, Skills and Competencies**:
**Education**:

- 3-Year College Diploma in an electrical discipline or equivalent
- OACETT certification as a C. Tech or C.E.T.
- MEARIE Certificate as a Journeyperson Municipal Electrical Operator or eligible to obtain in 12 months
- Certification in the IHSA Utility Work Protection Code
- Valid class G driver’s license

**Experience**:

- Requires a minimum of 4 years of related electrical operating experience
- Required to be part of On-Call rotation and able to work 24/7 rotating work schedule
- Required ability to read, interpret and utilize technical prints and schematics

**Skills/Abilities/Competencies**:

- Excellent written and verbal communication skills to deal with co-workers, other authorities and members of the public to achieve positive outcomes for the company.
- To make decisions quickly and decisively during periods of high activity and stress.
- Required ability to perform alone or as part of a team with no direct supervision.
- Valid class G driver’s license
- Advanced knowledge of all transformer stations, municipal substations and protection schemes.
- Proficient in maintaining operational logs, writing reports including deficiency and follow-up reports.

**Note**:This job description indicates the general nature and level of work expected of the incumbent. It is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities required of the incumbent. The incumbent may be asked to perform other duties which may be assigned from time to time

***How** **to** **Apply****:
**FOR INTERNAL CANDIDATES ONLY: First consideration will be given to permanent employees in the bargaining unit.

We thank all applicants for their interest in a career with Alectra

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