- Ensures the reliable operation of the ERCOT electric system and compliance with the ERCOT Protocols and Operating Guides, including applicable operating and market guides and NERC Reliability Standards
- Processes Market participants' balanced schedules for resources and obligations of energy and ancillary services
- Responsible for frequency control of the ERCOT electric system and deployment of ancillary services
- Manages congestion on the transmission system and directs voltage control
- Ensures all required information is posted and recorded for settlement, accounting and auditing
- During abnormal operating conditions or system problems, evaluates the situation, directs and coordinates the solution with operating entities and market participants
- Implements and coordinates time error corrections, operating condition notices, advisories, watches, and emergency operations plans
- May provide on the job training or help oversee the work of other less experienced system operators
- May act as mentor and advisor to less experienced system operators
- Works independently on assignments and tasks
- Assists in developing tools, processes and procedures that enhance system reliability and departmental/organizational efficiencies
- May participate with other ERCOT departments to select and implement system changes as needed
- Provides on the job training or help oversee the work of other less experienced system operators
- Acts as mentor and advisor to less experienced system operators
- Works independently on assignments and tasks
- Assists in developing tools, processes and procedures that enhance system reliability and departmental/organizational efficiencies
- Participates with other ERCOT departments to select and implement system changes as needed
- May serve as Subject Matter Expert for the team or department
- Makes independent decisions except in instances of unusually complex scenarios
- Works on the most complex issues where analysis of situations requires an in-depth evaluation of variable factors
- Has the ability to resolve complex issues in creative and effective ways
- Fosters and leverages strong working relationships with other internal departments
- Lends professional expertise to guide projects and help teammates assigned by supervisor
- Acts as mentor and advisor to less experienced personnel
- Demonstrates skills as an expert user of grid applications and tools
- Must be able to work rotating day/night 12-hour shifts Sedentary work
- Real-Time Desk
- Transmission Security Desk
- Reliability Unit Commitment Desk
- Reliability Risk Desk
- Resource Desk
- DC Tie Desk
- Reliability Coordinator
- Balancing Authority
- Transmission Operator
- Requires minimum 2 years job related work experience in excess of education and certification requirements
- NERC RC Certification required
- Requires minimum 3 years job related work experience in excess of education and certification requirements
- NERC RC Certification required
- Requires minimum 5 years job related work experience in excess of education and certification requirements
- NERC RC Certification required
- ERCOT System Operator Certification required
- High School Diploma or GED (Required)
- or a combination of education and experience that provides equivalent knowledge to a major in such fields is required
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Job Description
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