System Operations Scheduler

Division: System Operations

Location: Vegreville, AB

Salary: $4,976.00 - $5,633.60 Bi-Weekly

Relocation: Relocation assistance will be provided to the successful candidate

Description:

Always there. Anywhere. That's us! We are committed to delivering inspired solutions for a better world. We care about our communities, we care about each other, and we care about showing up for those who need us. We value and encourage different perspectives and we have the courage to do the right thing, even when it's hard.

Join ATCO Electric as a System Operations Scheduler, where you'll play a pivotal role in maintaining the operational integrity and safety of the Alberta Interconnected Electrical System (AIES). This role focuses on the meticulous scheduling and coordination of outages across ATCO Electric's distribution, transmission, generation, and related systems, ensuring seamless operations and minimal disruption.

You'll be stepping into a role that is critical to the safety and reliability of electrical services across Alberta. ATCO Electric offers a supportive environment that values safety, innovation, and teamwork. If you have a passion for ensuring the smooth operation of critical infrastructure and thrive in a collaborative setting, we want to hear from you.

What You Get to Do:

• Coordinate and schedule planned maintenance, leveraging opportunities for combined outages to optimize system reliability and efficiency.
• Collaborate with internal teams and external entities like the Alberta Electric System Operator (AESO), ensuring clear communication of maintenance schedules, risk assessments, and mitigation strategies. Develop and communicate comprehensive risk mitigation plans for scheduled outages.
• Maintain up-to-date substation documentation and operating procedures, ensuring System Operations Center (SOC) Operators have the necessary information for efficient system operations. Manage the Control Room Operating Window (CROW) software, ensuring user access and interface functionality.
• Participate in investigations related to switching incidents, offering insights and recommendations to enhance operational safety and compliance.
• Contribute to the continuous improvement of internal and external operational practices and procedures.
• Engage in committee work and project teams, representing System Operations Scheduling with a focus on collaborative problem-solving and strategic planning.

What You Bring:

• Grade 12 Diploma or equivalent.
• Certification as a Journeyman Powerline Technician, Power Systems Electrician, Industrial Electrician, or a Technology Diploma related to the electrical field from a recognized institute of technology.
• Minimum of three years' experience in system operations.
• Knowledge of AESO policies, NERC Standards, and a comprehensive understanding of electrical systems and switching procedures.

What We Offer:

• A culture based on caring, integrity, agility, collaboration, and striving for excellence.
• Competitive compensation
• Personal Days
• Flex benefit.
• Charitable donation matching

We would like to thank everyone for their application; however, only those being considered for an interview will be contacted.

ATCO Electric is part of ATCO Ltd. ATCO delivers inspired solutions for a better world. We are a diversified global corporation with investments in the essential services of Structures & Logistics, Utilities, Energy Infrastructure, Retail Energy, Transportation and Commercial Real Estate. Learn more about how we build communities, energize industries and deliver customer-focused solutions like no other company in the world at www.atco.com. ATCO is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. Visit our website for more information.