The California Independent System Operator (ISO) manages the flow of electricity across the high-voltage, long-distance power lines that make up 80 percent of California's power grid. We safeguard the economy and well-being of 30 million Californians by operating the grid reliably 24/7.
As the impartial grid operator, the California ISO opens access to the wholesale power market that is designed to diversify resources and lower prices. It also grants equal access to 25,865 circuit-miles of power lines and reduces barriers to diverse resources competing to bring power to customers.
The California ISO's function is often compared to that of air traffic controllers. It would be grossly unfair for air traffic controllers to represent one airline and profit from allowing that company's planes to go through before others. In the same way, the California ISO operates independently—managing the electron traffic on a power grid we do not own—making sure electricity is safely delivered to utilities and consumers on time and reliably.
Relocation Assistance is available.
Under the general direction of the shift manager, works to manage daily planned outages and to match energy schedules to meet system energy needs on a real-time basis in compliance with NERC Reliability Standards, WECC Regional Reliability Standards, and applicable ISO Tariff, to ensure the safe and reliable operation of the ISO controlled grid. Maintains logs and related documentation for grid operations. Performs related work as required.
PRINCIPAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
Level of Education and Discipline:
A Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Economics, Mathematics, or Computer Science or completion of formal System Operator training program or equivalent system operations experience.
Amount of Experience:
Completion of California ISO formal Operations Trainee program or 2 years of experience as a system operator.
Certifications:
NERC System Operator Certification required.
Type of Experience:
System operator experience. Recent experience in either California or other major WECC transmission grid or Balancing Authority Area desired. Background in Electrical System Operations or Electric Utility Operations helpful.
Additional Skills and Abilities:
Must have strong interpersonal skills with the ability to coordinate multiple activities with multiple parties. Ability to respond effectively to emergency conditions and operate in a highly stressful and dynamic environment. Must be able to work effectively in a team environment as facilitator and team member. Excellent communication and analytical skills required.
The pay range for the Transmission Dispatcher is $69.13 - $79.35 per hour.
The California Independent System Operator (ISO) manages the flow of electricity across the high-voltage, long-distance power lines that make up 80 percent of California's power grid. We safeguard the economy and well-being of 30 million Californians by "keeping the lights on" 24/7.
As the impartial grid operator, the California ISO opens access to the wholesale power market that is designed to diversify resources and lower prices. It also grants equal access to 25,865 circuit-miles of power lines and reduces barriers to diverse resources competing to bring power to customers.
The California ISO's function is often compared to that of air traffic controllers. It would be grossly unfair for air traffic controllers to represent one airline and profit from allowing that company's planes to go through before others. In the same way, the California ISO operates independently—managing the electron traffic on a power grid we do not own—making sure electricity is safely delivered to utilities and consumers on time and reliably.
