System Operator II or III

About CORE

CORE Electric Cooperative is the largest member-owned electric distribution cooperative in Colorado dedicated to providing reliable, affordable, clean, and safe electric service to our communities.

With a commitment to innovation and member satisfaction, we strive to meet the evolving needs of our members while maintaining the highest standards of service excellence.

Job Summary  

The System Operator II and System Operator III are responsible for the safe and reliable operation of CORE’s Transmission and Distribution systems from the Primary or Backup Control Center.

The System Operator II performs bulk electric system (BES) transmission tasks and coordinates normal and emergency operations and switching under the supervision of a System Operator III or Senior.

The System Operator II and System Operator III will consistently work a 12-hour shift comprised of day or night hours according to the given weekly schedule.            

Essential Duties and Responsibilities


* Monitors and controls CORE’s transmission and distribution system.  Uses SCADA to monitor transmission line status, real and reactive power flows, and voltage per NERC requirements.


* Coordinates and monitors switching and clearances on the transmission and distribution system, assigning and scheduling requests for clearing lines and equipment and issuing clearances and non-reclose orders.


* Coordinates routine and emergency switching and operations in accordance with relevant CORE work practices and operating procedures.


* Analyzes power outages via SCADA, Outage Management System (OMS) and field input.

Develops and implements corrective actions.

Operates CORE’s OMS and reports issues to support.


* Directs service crews and line crews by radio, telephone and the use of maps in isolating faults, troubleshooting, and restoring customer load.


* Logs system and operation events, where required.

Prepares reports and keeps records.


* Calls in necessary personnel and dispatches crews as necessary during system emergencies and out­ages.


* Answers telephone calls received in the Sedalia office outside of normal working hours and processes them properly.


* Contacts proper authorities and requests emergency police, fire or medical equipment in the event of accidents, sabotage or vandalism to CORE facilities.


* Informs CORE management of issues per the Supervisor On-call procedure.


* Monitors alarms for radio repeaters, substations, building fire alarms, building security and security cameras.

Takes appropriate actions as needed.


* Attends internal and external NERC continuing education classes as needed to obtain or maintain NERC certification.



* The System Operator III has the authority and responsibility to adhere to the requirements of NERC Reliability Standards and WECC Regional Reliability Standards.

Minimum Qualifications of System Operator II


* High school diploma or equivalent ...