Electric Distribution Operator Supervisor

The City of Lodi Electric Utility is recruiting for an Electric Distribution Operator Supervisor.  If you are looking for a rewarding career with excellent benefits, we invite you to apply for this position in our Electric Utility.  

Job descriptions are intended to present a broad and general range of duties which includes, purpose, responsibilities, and scope of work. Job descriptions are not intended to reflect all duties performed within the job.

DEFINITION:
Under general direction, assigns and supervises the activities of the Electric Distribution staff. Performs a variety of tasks relating to the control and operation of the Electric Utility Distribution control system including monitors, controls, and takes charge of the City's electrical distribution system on an assigned shift basis; directs field switching operations; operates computer-based control systems; receives emergency calls; and dispatches appropriate personnel. Provides supervisory direction and technical assistance and training to assigned staff, and performs related work as required.

DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS:
The Electric Distribution Operator Supervisor position is a working supervisor position in the Electric Distribution Operator class. This position is expected to possess supervisory and leadership skills. This position is also expected to be a subject matter expert in the area of distribution level voltages (12,000V and 60,000V) and electric control systems and devices. The Electric Distribution Operator Supervisor is also expected to regularly serve in the capacity of an Electric Distribution Operator II and to quickly, accurately and effectively assess an emergency situation and take appropriate action. This class works an assigned rotational shift year-round in addition to standby duty for emergency call back during non-working hours.

This position is expected to be the principle point of contact in the Operations division for other divisions in the utility. They are expected to provide tactical and strategic direction to their assigned subordinates and training as required. They ensure smooth and comprehensive coverage of the Operations room during regular business hours and answering service and standby coverage during non-working hours.

SUPERVISION EXERCISED AND RECEIVED:
The Electric Distribution Operator Supervisor receives immediate supervision from the Lodi Electric Utility (LEU) Engineering and Operations Manager.Duties may include, but are not limited to the following:

Monitors, controls and operates the City's electric distribution systems;

Operates the Electric Distribution SCADA system;

Routinely reviews SCADA alarm logs and alarm setpoints. Recommends changes/updates as appropriate;

Monitors electric distribution operating parameters such as bank and feeder current and voltage levels, system power factor, system loading, etc. Takes corrective action in accordance with approved protocols and switching orders;

Operates the mobile radio system and various computer equipment;

Prepares and verifies switching programs, system outage reports, daily operational logs, etc.;

Receives emergency calls and dispatches appropriate personnel;

Develops switching procedures for emergency service restoration;

Maintains system maps and electric distribution system circuit model switch lineup current;

Provides feedback to the Engineering Division for any electric distribution system circuit model updates that my be required;

Maintains various logs and records on facility operations;

Participates in simulated emergency response drills;

Maintains various databases including but not limited to foliage management, outage data, system loading, street lights and routine maintenance; Generates associated reports as requested;

Provides assistance to LEU management staff in responding to claims against the City;

For routine patrols/inspections: determines requirements in accordance with LEU procedures, dispatches resources to accomplish patrols/inspections, routes findings to Engineering Division for corrective action and records the successful completion of corrective action;

Assists with regulatory audits;

Assists in developing and enforcing physical security protocols;

Assists IS department in developing cyber security protocols consistent with the electric utility industry;

Coordinates with other agencies for clearances as required to accommodate maintenance/repairs on primary lines supplying the distribution system;

Updates maps, records and databases with results of field audits/patrols/inspections;

Performs field audits and patrols of the electric distribution system if required;

Performs general cleaning and maintenance work in order to keep facilities in a clean and orderly condition;

Assists in training of electric distribution operators and other LEU department personnel as required;

Serves as Standby Operator as assigned; In this capacity, the Electric Distribution Operator Supervisor must be available to respond to an outage and/or other emergency associated with the Electric Distribution system and be in the operations center within 30 minutes of notification of the emergency;

Performs other duties as required to ensure smooth efficient operation of the electric distribution system operations center;

Assures compliance with LEU relevant Rules and Regulations and other associated departmental requirements;

Assists Engineering and Operations Manager in developing scripted emergency response drills to test the Utilities preparedness for a major event; Conducts post mortem analysis to identify areas of improvement, additional training, and develops corrective action plan as needed;

Generates and maintains procedures and protocols for the routine operation of the Electric Distribution Operations Center;

Develops procedures and protocols for emergency operations; Interface with outside agencies such as NCPA, PG&E and neighboring utilities for proper communication during emergency operation;

Develops and maintains load management protocols including load shedding in the event this is necessary;

Maintains and updates the LEU training program used for Electric Distribution Operator I and II and qualifications and proficiency requirements;

Responsible for maintaining the Operator schedule including standby coverage to ensure 24X7 response capability;

Interface with the Engineering Department regularly to ensure issues identified and reported during Patrols and Inspections are being addressed within the timelines required by GO 165 and 174;

Coordinates with the answering service for coverage of incoming calls after hours and on holiday and week-ends; Make recommendation to the Engineering and Operations manager for any required updates or modifications to the associated contract;

Responsible for document control of all controlled operations procedures and protocols; This includes but is not limited to rolling out new revisions, hosting training on updates, maintaining control of approved documents and recommending updates as necessary;

Act as the lead agent during CPUC audits concerning GO 165 and 174;

Conducts public awareness seminars pertaining to hazards associated with electrical systems;

Works with the Engineering and Operations Manager and the Senior Power Engineer in establishing Electric Distribution Operating parameters; Develops standard operating protocols and emergency switching orders in support of these parameters;

Responsible for establishing and maintaining Outage Management protocols and processes;

Prepares and administers the budget for assigned sections;

Assigns, directs, evaluates subordinate staff;

Performs other duties related to the operation of the department and the City including additional duties that enable the department and City to meet the diverse needs of its community.Knowledge of:
Basic electrical theory including:

Working knowledge of OHM's law;

Working knowledge of AC circuit theory including ability to apply Kirchhoff's voltage and current laws;

AC impedance including inductance, capacitance and resistance;

The power triangle including apparent power, reactive power, real power, power factor and power factor correction;

Working understanding of the dynamics of an AC System during system transients;

Principles and practices of supervision.
Methods, materials and equipment used in the operation, control and maintenance of electric distribution systems;

Principles of electric distribution systems and equipment;

Safe work practices and procedures including Arc Flash hazards and minimum approach distances;

Comprehensive understanding of line work techniques including use of personal protective grounds, isolation and clearance points, phasing and phase rotation, primary and secondary voltages and associated work procedures;

English usage, spelling, grammar and vocabulary.

Ability to:
Plan and organize the day to day activities of the Operations section;

Supervise, train and evaluate assigned staff;

Develop, carry out and take charge of switching procedures for the City's electric distribution system;

Think and act quickly in emergencies, and to exercise sound judgement; Maintain control and remain professional and courteous in emergency and other work situations under adverse conditions;

Dispatch appropriate personnel under normal and emergency situations;

Read and interpret electrical single phase and 3 phase diagrams and computer generated data such as fault logs, outage data, etc;

Describe the operation of fault interrupting devices such as fuses, sectionlizers, variable fault interrupting switches and substation breakers/relays;

Ability to solve AC circuit analysis problems for single phase and 3 phase circuits;

Maintain accurate records, maps and status boards and prepare associated reports;

Establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with other employees and the public;

Effectively communicate via radio, telephone and in writing with other employees, agencies and the general public;

Follow oral and written directions and procedures;

Speak clearly and decisively;

Operate computer-based equipment.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:
Any combination equivalent to education and experience that would likely provide the required knowledges and abilities would be qualifying. A typical combination is:

Education:
Equivalent to completion of high school; post high school course work in electrical theory and reading and interpreting electrical schematics and diagrams, or training through an electrical utility apprentice program.

Experience:
Minimum of six (6) years of qualified Electric Distribution Operator experience;

Possession of a valid System Operator Certification from an accredited training program within three (3) years of appointment.

Response Requirement:
Must be able to meet a 30-minute response requirement at time of appointment.

LICENSES AND CERTIFICATES:
Possession of a valid Class "C" Driver's License from the California Department of Motor Vehicles.

WORKING CONDITIONS:
Environmental Conditions: Exposure to safety hazards including, fumes or odors, dust or gases, chemicals, toxic materials, oil, and a variety of mechanical machinery.

Physical conditions: Essential functions may require maintaining physical condition necessary to see well enough to read, write and make observations; hear well enough to converse on the radio, telephone and in person; bodily mobility to occasionally walk, bend, kneel, reach, stand, crouch or climb; operate assigned equipment and vehicles; operate office equipment requiring repetitive hand movement and fine coordination including use of a computer keyboard; to verbally communicate to exchange information; and intermittently sit while preparing reports and operating vehicles and equipment.

*FLSA Status: NON-EXEMPT

Salary : $214,075 - $224,779