Job Description

Benefits

• Competitive compensation

• Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance

• 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan with substantial company match

• Life and Travel Insurance

• Tuition Assistance

• Wellness Reimbursement Program

• Paid Holidays and Vacation

What is an Assistant Transmission Operator?

Assistant Transmission Operators (ATOs) work an 8-hour rotating shift in our 24/7 “state-of-the art” System Operations Control Room which coordinates the work of personnel engaged in the safe and reliable operation of the electric and gas transmission systems. An ATO must possess the ability and skills necessary to fully operate various software programs that the Company utilizes to monitor and control the electric and gas transmission systems, assess storm damage, assign and dispatch field personnel, and optimize crew and work schedules. An ATO must be able to multitask, communicate effectively to direct field personnel, and collaborate in an interactive team environment.

What does an Assistant Transmission Operator do?

• Under direct supervision of a Chief Transmission Operator, prepares, reviews, and executes transmission switching and valve orders in accordance with company policies

• Under direct supervision, performs the functions of a real-time operating position including but not limited to monitoring the pre and post contingency voltage and power flow parameters of the electric transmission system and pressure and flow rate parameters of the gas transmission system

• Under direct supervision, adjusts transmission system resources to maintain parameters within established limits and promptly acknowledges and responds to system alarms

• Monitors access to the control centers in accordance with the Company’s NERC (North American Electric Reliability Corporation) CIP (Critical Infrastructure Protection) cyber security policy

• Ensures the highest levels of safe work practices are observed by personnel (including field personnel) to strive for an accident and injury free workplace

• Performs callouts for additional resources when directed

• Successfully completes all required training

• Performs other duties as assigned

• Works an 8-hour rotating shift schedule

What does it take to be an Assistant Transmission Operator?

• High school diploma or equivalency degree and at least one of the following:

  • Associate’s degree in Engineering, Mechanical Science or other technology related field (preferred)

  • 3+ years of experience in electric or gas operations or engineering, power plant operations or maintenance, emergency response dispatch, or military, with at least one of the following:

    • (i) Nine (9) credit hours in Engineering , Mechanical Science or other technology related field

    • (ii) Military technical training

    • (iii) Nuclear training

    • (iv) Other applicable documented training programs

• Valid driver’s license

Applications will be accepted until May 29, 2026.

Pay rate: $52.37-$58.68/hour

Please go to https://www.cenhud.com/employment Click the “Search Career Opportunities” button. Follow the directions to submit an application and upload your resume for the desired position.

Applications sent via e-mail and US Mail will not be accepted. No phone calls or agencies, please. All replies will be held in strict confidence.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment and will not be discriminated against on the basis of race, creed, color, ethnicity, arrest or conviction record, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, citizenship, genetic information, familial status, marital status, pregnancy-related condition, domestic violence victim status, veteran or military status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. Central Hudson Gas & Electric Corporation takes affirmative action in support of its policy to employ and advance employment in individuals who are protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.

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