Power System Controller

Reporting to the Manager, Distribution Grid Operations, the Power System Controller is responsible to operate the electrical distribution system to ensure a safe, reliable and cost-effective delivery of electrical power on a 24-hour basis. In performing this function, Power System Controllers monitor system conditions; develop, direct and dispatch system switching, work protection and trouble response for planned and emergency events. The position runs on a rotating 24/7, 365 days/year shift schedule.

**KEY RESPONSIBILITIES**:

- Create, update, maintain and verify logs, reports and databases to record system attributes during planned and emergency conditions
- Leads, distributes, follows up and checks work, answers inquiries and gives guidance as required
- Liaise, consult and co-ordinate with contractors, internal and external customers
- Operates the system to ensure the safe, reliable and cost-effective distribution of electrical energy
- Monitor system loading and initiate appropriate action to achieve desired system performance
- Ensure proper isolation and work protection is provided for planned and emergency work
- Direct and dispatch field operations to complete planned and emergency work
- Schedule, plan and direct all switching operations to complete planned and emergency work
- Recommend changes and upgrades to the system to improve system performance and safety
- Maintains system maps, displays and schematics
- Inform other departments of emergency response status
- Support and assist field crews in response to emergencies such as outages, accidents and spills
- Respond to after hour stakeout requests and initiate field response, if necessary
- Advise management of significant events

**REQUIREMENTS**:

- Graduation from an accredited college with a 3 (three) year Electrical Engineering Technologist diploma
- Relevant experience as a Power System Controller Journeyperson, MEARIE Journeyperson Electrical Operator Certificate or recognized equivalent; (A combination of relevant experience and education maybe considered)
- CET certification from OACETT is preferred
- Thorough knowledge of hydro overhead and underground systems, operating practices standards, equipment, materials and engineering records systems
- Knowledge of Utility Work Protection Code and other utility safety regulations and practices
- Demonstrated experience in a variety of business computer software packages
- Familiar with computerized, remote automated switching system
- Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written
- Safety performance and familiarity with utility safety regulations and practices
- Adherence to Policies and Procedures; works to promote them and identify areas for potential improvement
- Leadership; keeps people informed, mentors and provides constructive feedback, promotes team morale and productivity
- Knowledge of Work; demonstrates an in-depth level of knowledge regarding the job, current role and accountabilities
- Quality of Work; work is organized, detailed, in-depth, and is consistently of high quality
- Collaboration; stresses collaboration and interacts effectively with others
- Dependability; reliable and counted on to get the work done, ability to work with mínimal supervision
- Volume of Work completed far outreaches the expectations; adapts well to changing volumes of work and/or pace of work and proactively seeks out additional work
- Customer Trust; excels in providing timely and effective services and exceeding customer expectations
- Problem Solving; takes into account all relevant information when making a decision, considers the impact of the solution on others
- Personal Skills/Learning and Growth; avid interest in participating in educational and developmental activities, proactively seeks feedback regarding performance, demonstrates a strong commitment to continuous learning and strives to exceed own potential

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