Distribution Systems Operator - San Diego, CA

SDG&E is not just an energy company, we are the architects of a brighter, cleaner future. Our employees power everyday life for 3.7 million people - bringing the energy to support their passions, ambitions, and the heartbeat of our community.

We call Southern California our home. It's where we chase our dreams and raise our families. That's why the people who live here deserve an energy company unlike any other, and that's why every day, SDG&E employees strive to be at the forefront of innovations to reduce emissions, modernize the electric grid, and enable our customers to make the transition to clean technologies. We're redefining sustainability, advancing zero-emissions solutions, and driving the electric vehicle revolution.

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Primary Purpose:

Maintain electric distribution system to assure continuity of service, prepare, check, and direct orders for electric distribution system switching operations and controls; operate electric supervisory control devices; perform substation switching; direct service restoration activities; maintain records and operating diagrams; document system operating map updates; prepare reports; perform other related duties as assigned or required.

Wage Schedule:

1st year: $68.19 per hour

2nd year: $77.78 per hour

Thereafter: $82.18 per hour

Required Qualifications:

• A minimum of 18 months experience as a Transmission or Distribution System Operator.
• Must understand basic electrical circuits involving voltage, current and power.
• Must have knowledge of construction and apparatus for transmission and distribution lines and substations.
• Must have knowledge of switching authorization procedures and steps required for the issuance of switching authorizations.
• Must have knowledge of restoration procedure of high voltage lines after service has been interrupted.
• Must be proficient in reading System Operating Diagrams, control and protection notes, GIS based paper and computer distribution circuit maps, and operating procedures.
• Must have typing ability and be able to work with basic PC software (email, internet, Microsoft office applications).
• Must be able to distinguish red, blue and green colors.
• Must be willing to work shift work including weekend and holiday shifts.
• Must have ability to perform mathematical calculations.
• Must have good safety habits.
• Must have good attendance record.
• Must have demonstrated the ability to absorb formal training and schooling.
• Must pass company assessments.

This is a Union Represented position - Represented by Local IBEW 465.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, citizenship, disability or protected veteran status.

Note: The salary for this position is governed by the terms of a collective bargaining agreement.

SDG&E offers a competitive total rewards package that goes beyond base salary. Company benefits include health and welfare (medical, dental, vision), employer contributions to retirement benefits, life insurance, paid time off, as well as other company offerings such as paid parental leave and employee assistance programs.