Distribution System Operator

JOB TITLE: Distribution System Operator
REQUISITION: DIS00TR
DEPARTMENT: Distribution Dispatching
LOCATION: 801 Charlotte - Kansas City, Mo 64103
PAY: $48.94

Scheduled Work Hours: Shifts will vary.

Headquartered in both Kansas City and Topeka, Evergy employs about 4,900 people who are dedicated to empowering a better future. We are currently seeking candidates in Kansas City for a Dispatcher Distribution. Please find below a list of the minimum requirements for the position. It is important the candidates address their qualifications in the documentation submitted for consideration.

Summary of Primary Duties and Responsibilities: Distribution System Operators shall have control jurisdiction and authority over all substation distribution power transformers (below 69kV on the low side) and associated isolating device(s) energized up to 230kV or less that are not part of the transmission bus and/or path. Operators will organize and analyze reported distribution system problems and dispatch field personnel accordingly. Acts as control authority for the entire distribution system (34kV and below). Must be able to monitor multiple systems and respond appropriately and timey to alerts and alarms. Must maintain exceptional communication and customer service by interacting daily with operations and construction, substation, and relay field personnel and other departments. Must be able to manage daily communication by radio, phone, Outlook, and Teams. Must excel in computer skills and programs including Outlook, Teams, SharePoint sites along with a willingness to learn proprietary software used in the Distribution Operations Center (Oracle ADMS, Monarch OSI). Must be able to handle high stress situations, long working hours, and have a positive, team oriented, adaptable, and attentive attitude.

Essential Job Functions: Must be able to perform all essential functions as identified by the Company. Reasonable accommodations may be made upon request to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

General: Qualifying ratings from an evaluation process that measures verbal and mathematical skills, and logical and analytical reasoning.

Testing: System Operator/Power Dispatching Selection System (SO/PD II)

Education: High School or equivalent. Completion of Distribution System Fundamentals course or two years' experience in distribution fundamentals strongly preferred. Completion of AC/DC Course or two years' experience in AC/DC principals strongly preferred. One-year utility distribution experience strongly preferred.

Evergy has a clear mission - To empower a better future. Evergy chooses to live this mission by valuing People First. We know that to lead the responsible energy transition and provide affordable, reliable, and sustainable service to our customers and communities, we need a team with a variety of backgrounds, perspectives and skills. So, our goal is to be a diverse workforce that is representative of the communities we serve. We are committed to celebrating diversity and building a team where everyone - regardless of race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status - has a voice and can bring their best every day. We know that the more diverse and inclusive we are, the better we will be. Evergy is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace and is an affirmative action employer.