Operator in Training

Southwest Power Pool (SPP) is about more than power.

We’re about the power of relationships.

Our employees have the opportunity to work together to ensure electricity is delivered reliably and affordably to the millions of people living in our service territory.

We have been voted one of Arkansas’ Best Places to work by Arkansas Business and we are looking for a member of our team who is passionate about our mission to keep the lights on!

We have a core ideology here at SPP that we stand by: Do the right thing, for the right reason, in the right way.

We believe in supporting our employees through a fantastic benefits package:


* Competitive and transparent pay with bonus opportunities


* Excellent insurance package including three great medical plans to choose from, employer-paid short-term disability, long-term disability, and life insurance


* Relocation bonus (if applicable)


* Hybrid working environment for positions that are eligible


* Fantastic contributions to your retirement through a 401(k) savings plan with employer-match benefits and a pension (defined benefit plan) fully funded by SPP

COMPENSATION INFORMATION
The salary range(s) represents our good faith estimate for the role at this time.

While we strive to provide competitive and transparent compensation, there may be circumstances where an offer is above or outside of the listed range.

We are open to discussing salary expectations with qualified candidates considering factors such as the candidate's qualifications, skills, competencies, experience and geographic location will all be considered during the hiring process.

Operator in Training - $ 49,900 - $ 61,100

 Join our team as an Operator in Training!

As an Operator in Training, you will play a critical role in ensuring the reliable operation of the dynamic state bulk electric system.

Working as part of a team, you will acquire the experience needed to make timely and informed decisions regarding real-time operations and customer interactions with transmission services and real-time ancillary service markets under the SPP transmission tariff.

In case of a system emergency, you will be responsible for solving complex problems by analyzing relevant data and making sound decisions.

The role involves a rotating shift schedule, which brings additional stress and fatigue in the operation of a dynamic power system.

This position is eligible for overtime.

Key Responsibilities


* Support system operations by adhering to specific procedures and governing documents.


* Assist Reliability Coordinators with administrative tasks, reports, and customer interactions.


* Assist RTBM Operator with administration of the SPP Tariff and scheduling-related activities.


* Support RTBM and WEIS Operators with Real-Time Balancing Market case setup and approval, verification of unit trips, and monitoring generation for dispatch compliance.


* Assist the Balancing Operator with unit commitment study ...