Power Operations Desk Operator

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Countries
USA
Job Types
operations
Experience
mid
Organization Types
climate & sustainability, startups
Location
Johnson City
Posted Date
Company
GridCARE
Salary
$24 – $48 per hour • Multiple Ranges

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Job Description

Monitor real-time grid conditions and data center loads, executing curtailment and dispatch actions to maintain interconnection agreements. Coordinate with utility control centers and site teams, document actions, and troubleshoot issues. Senior operators will mentor junior staff and lead complex events.

Hard Requirements

  • Ability to work a fixed 12-hour day or night schedule, including weekends and holidays, on-site
  • Strong situational awareness, attention to detail, and discipline to follow procedures
  • Clear, professional communication skills
  • Comfort working with software dashboards, alarm systems, and spreadsheets
  • Ability to learn new tools quickly
  • High school diploma or equivalent
  • Experience in a utility control room, generation dispatch, NOC, or similar 24/7 operations environment (for Senior Operator)
  • Working knowledge of SCADA/EMS systems, demand response, or DER/DERMS operations (for Senior Operator)
  • Familiarity with ISO/RTO market and reliability operations (for Senior Operator)

Soft Requirements

  • Interest in the power grid
  • Desire to earn industry certifications on the job

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