Associate System Controller - Grand Rapids, MI (2024)

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    Join the diverse and dynamic team that powers Michigan's largest energy provider and one of the nation's largest gas and electric combination utilities. Consumers Energy services 6.8 million of Michigan's 10 million residents - caring for our friends and neighbors in all 68 Lower Peninsula counties. We embrace a cleaner and leaner utility vision focused on eliminating energy waste and adding renewable energy from sources such as wind and solar. Learn more on job website!

    We encourage you to apply if you have (an equivalent combination of education and experience will be considered and reviewed).

    • Bachelor's degree in engineering or a technical related field. In lieu of a degree, candidate must have 8 years of working experience related to the position.
    • 2 years of technical experience
    • Must obtain Consumers Energy LVD or HVD Certification within the first 12 months of employment.

    We encourage you to apply if possess the following knowledge, skills, and abilities:

    • Ability to operate a control room console independently with limited supervision in normal or emergency situations.
    • Knowledge of the various field work groups and associated responsibilities.
    • Ability monitor and analyze SCADA systems and operate devices when needed in a timely manner.
    • Strong communication skills (verbal, email, radio, phone, etc.).
    • Ability to remain calm in stressful and fast-paced situations.
    • Problem-solving and critical thinking skills.
    • Ability to read and interpret complex prints and maps.
    • Basic understanding of department policies and procedures.
    • Ability to independently write, approve and execute switching and tagging orders of various complexities.

    In this role you will be responsible for:

    • Administer all types of scheduled outages on the electric system; directs field personal when removing/returning electric equipment from/to service, and issues the appropriate working conditions, clearances and/or protections as required per the ECCM.
    • Respond and direct field resources during emergent outages on the electric system; conducts necessary activities to support customer and equipment restoration as required per the ECCM.
    • Utilizes SCADA and computer systems required to perform System Controller duties; Operates SCADA devices remotely when required.
    • Reviews scheduled and emergent switching and tagging orders for accuracy and compliance.
    • Successfully complete all HVD Operator certification or LVD Operator certification training requirements which includes classroom training, OJT assessments, and simulator tests in 12 months or less.
    • Maintain a HVD or LVD certification, successful completion of all continuing training requirements.
    • Position works a rotating 24/7 shift including nights, weekends, and holidays; includes a on-call assignment. Fill open shifts including nights, weekends, and holidays to maintain minimum control room staffing levels; Overtime necessary at times to support system and customer restoration.

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