Energy System Operator Apprentice

Heber, UT Full Time
POSTED ON 5/2/2024

Start your new career at Heber Light & Power as an Energy System Operator. You'll earn college credit through the fully paid four-year apprenticeship program. If you are interested in the power/utility industry and like shift work hours, this job is for you!

Why should you apply? If you want to be in a learning environment, can work independently, are a customer-focused individual, and enjoy the flexibility of shift work, then this may be the perfect opportunity for you!

Duties include:

  • Operating and monitoring SCADA system to control all functions of the distribution, substations, hydro generation, natural gas generation, and internal combustion engine generation facilities.
  • Preparing daily demand, resource, and purchase/sale requirements.
  • Buying and selling power, and scheduling generation in accordance with operating procedures to cover and optimize shift power loads.
  • Preparing and reviewing log sheets and information of previous shifts including loads and forecasts, switching arrangements, and plant operating conditions.
  • Managing service restoration activities by dispatching and monitoring all emergency utility repair crews.
  • Receiving calls from customers regarding service issues.
  • Dispatching switching procedures and clearances for system operation and prearranged outages with company and neighboring utility personnel.

Minimum Qualifications: graduation from high school, computer proficiency, college level math and some knowledge of the electric utility industry preferred, but not required.

This role provides 24/7/365 coverage to the dispatch desk. The successful candidate will work a schedule that rotates days and nights, including weekends, holidays, and some overtime.

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