Job InfoPOSITION – Union: CMP Distribution OperatorNUMBER OF OPEN POSITIONS:  1LOCATION:  ME - Augusta - General OfficeSTARTING BI-WEEKLY PAY RATE:  $3,516.47ResponsibilitiesUnder limited supervision, supervises monitors, regulates and coordinates the use of all substations, transmissions facilities and selected distribution facilities at 34.5 KV and below. Coordinates transmission and selected distribution outages; conducts load flows; performs contingency analysis; performs voltage control and dispatch, and coordinates all switching and tagging on the 34.5 KV system and selected distribution equipment. Coordinates the responsibilities of Area Operations with its internal and external customer to ensure that optimum power system efficiency is obtained.<ul><li>Serves as central authority to direct all field work by means of dispatching orders that are in accordance with CMP Switching and Tagging Procedures. Will isolate power system permanent faults and restore customer service as well as the power system reliability expeditiously and safely. Coordinate with Line and Substation Departments to reduce exposure to “Life in Danger” situations, to ensure power system integrity is maintained and to minimize the duration of customer outages.</li><li>Maintain sufficient reactive voltage support, and minimize losses on the 34.5 KV system, by operation of transformers LTCs and utilizations of VAR reserves.</li><li>Performs load flow studies and contingency analysis to determine power system impact by proposed maintenance applications.</li><li>Take advanced system operations training in voltage control, emergency procedure and other areas as needed.</li><li>Has the authority to shed firm load as required maintaining system reliability and integrity during emergency conditions without obtaining approval from higher-level personnel.</li><li>Manage and dispatch the Outage Management System and utilize associated support tools for outage recording and reporting.</li><li>Other duties as assigned</li></ul>Skills and Requirements<ul><li>Able to make decisions expeditiously and safely during emergencies</li><li>Able to operate dispatch computer and communication equipment</li><li>Able to perform power system contingency analysis</li><li>Working knowledge of construction and operation of power handling equipment</li><li>Proficient verbal and written communication skills</li><li>The company shall not be required to consider Area Operators for posting for other Company jobs for two (2) years after the employee becomes fully qualified as an Area Operator but may do so.</li></ul>QualificationsExperience/Training:<ul><li>At least 6 years of experience including Dispatch-related experience (i.e., substations, hydro, steam, engineering, line, etc).</li><li>Knowledge about dynamics of a power system, dispatcher tools, relay schemes and special protection systems.</li><li>Knowledge of the general location and characteristics of all substations, transmission lines and selected distribution lines rated at 34.5 KV and below, within area of responsibility.</li></ul>Required Education:<ul><li>Must have at least a two-year degree in Electrical Engineering Technology or related field or have passed the CMP ETQ exam.</li></ul>Competencies<ul><li>Be a role model</li><li>Be agile</li><li>Collaborate and Share</li><li>Develop Self &amp; Others</li><li>Empower to grow</li><li>Focus to achieve results</li><li>Technical Skills</li></ul>Company:CENTRAL MAINE POWER COMobility InformationPlease note that any applicant who is not a citizen of the country of the vacancy will be subject to compliance with the applicable immigration requirements to legally work in that country.At Avangrid we provide fair and equal employment and advancement opportunities for all employees and candidates regardless of race, color, religion, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, disability, protected veteran status or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law. If you are an individual with a disability or a disabled veteran who is unable to use our online tool to search for or to apply for jobs, you may request a reasonable accommodation by contacting our People and Organization department at <a href="mailto:careers@avangrid.com">careers@avangrid.com</a>.Avangrid employees may be assigned a system emergency role and in the event of a system emergency, may be required to work outside of their regular schedule/job duties. This is applicable to employees that will work in Connecticut, Maine, Massachusetts, and New York within Avangrid Network and Corporate functions.  This does not include those that will work for Avangrid Power.Avangrid employees may also be assigned a NERC Reliability Standards compliance role supporting Critical Infrastructure Protection (CIP) and/or Operations and Planning (O&amp;P) responsibilities. This is applicable to employees that will work in electric transmission, operations, and cyber security business areas in Connecticut, Maine, Massachusetts, and New York within Avangrid Network and Corporate business areas. NERC Reliability Standards compliance roles and responsibilities may include additional access protections, training, audit engagement, and required evidence retention, and will be communicated by the employee’s management.Job Posting End Date:November-14-2025

Avangrid is a leading sustainable energy company transitioning America toward a clean and connected future headquartered in Orange, CT, and has a footprint in 24 states with $40 billion in assets. Our primary businesses are Networks, which serves 3.3 million electric and natural gas customers in the Northeast, and Renewables, the third-largest renewable energy company in the U.S. with a diverse onshore and offshore renewable energy portfolio. With more than 7,000 employees, Avangrid has built a culture that blends diversity, equity and inclusion guided by the company&rsquo;s ESG+F framework and the UN Sustainable Development Goals. This has led to recognition by JUST Capital in 2021 and 2022 as one of America&rsquo;s best corporate citizens and second in utilities for our commitment to the environment and the communities we serve. Avangrid has been named one of the World&rsquo;s Most Ethical Companies for four consecutive years by the Ethisphere Institute.

Distribution Operator

Job InfoPOSITION – Union:&nbsp;CMP Distribution OperatorNUMBER OF OPEN POSITIONS:&nbsp; 1LOCATION:&nbsp;&nbsp;ME - Augusta - General OfficeSTARTING BI-WEEKLY PAY RATE:&nbsp;&nbsp;$3,516.47ResponsibilitiesUnder limited supervision, supervises monitors, regulates and coordinates the use of all substations, transmissions facilities and selected distribution facilities at 34.5 KV and below. Coordinates transmission and selected distribution outages; conducts load flows; performs contingency analysis; performs voltage control and dispatch, and coordinates all switching and tagging on the 34.5 KV system and selected distribution equipment. Coordinates the responsibilities of Area Operations with its internal and external customer to ensure that optimum power system efficiency is obtained.<ul><li>Serves as central authority to direct all field work by means of dispatching orders that are in accordance with CMP Switching and Tagging Procedures. Will isolate power system permanent faults and restore customer service as well as the power system reliability expeditiously and safely. Coordinate with Line and Substation Departments to reduce exposure to “Life in Danger” situations, to ensure power system integrity is maintained and to minimize the duration of customer outages.</li><li>Maintain sufficient reactive voltage support, and minimize losses on the 34.5 KV system, by operation of transformers LTCs and utilizations of VAR reserves.</li><li>Performs load flow studies and contingency analysis to determine power system impact by proposed maintenance applications.</li><li>Take advanced system operations training in voltage control, emergency procedure and other areas as needed.</li><li>Has the authority to shed firm load as required maintaining system reliability and integrity during emergency conditions without obtaining approval from higher-level personnel.</li><li>Manage and dispatch the Outage Management System and utilize associated support tools for outage recording and reporting.</li><li>Other duties as assigned</li></ul>Skills and Requirements<ul><li>Able to make decisions expeditiously and safely during emergencies</li><li>Able to operate dispatch computer and communication equipment</li><li>Able to perform power system contingency analysis</li><li>Working knowledge of construction and operation of power handling equipment</li><li>Proficient verbal and written communication skills</li><li>The company shall not be required to consider Area Operators for posting for other Company jobs for two (2) years after the employee becomes fully qualified as an Area Operator but may do so.</li></ul>QualificationsExperience/Training:<ul><li>At least 6 years of experience including Dispatch-related experience (i.e., substations, hydro, steam, engineering, line, etc).</li><li>Knowledge about dynamics of a power system, dispatcher tools, relay schemes and special protection systems.</li><li>Knowledge of the general location and characteristics of all substations, transmission lines and selected distribution lines rated at 34.5 KV and below, within area of responsibility.</li></ul>Required Education:<ul><li>Must have at least a two-year degree in Electrical Engineering Technology or related field or have passed the CMP ETQ exam.</li></ul>Competencies<ul><li>Be a role model</li><li>Be agile</li><li>Collaborate and Share</li><li>Develop Self &amp; Others</li><li>Empower to grow</li><li>Focus to achieve results</li><li>Technical Skills</li></ul>Company:CENTRAL MAINE POWER COMobility InformationPlease note that any applicant who is not a citizen of the country of the vacancy will be subject to compliance with the applicable immigration requirements to legally work in that country.At Avangrid we provide fair and equal employment and advancement opportunities for all employees and candidates regardless of race, color, religion, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, disability, protected veteran status or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law. If you are an individual with a disability or a disabled veteran who is unable to use our online tool to search for or to apply for jobs, you may request a reasonable accommodation by contacting our People and Organization department at <a href="mailto:careers@avangrid.com">careers@avangrid.com</a>.Avangrid employees may be assigned a system emergency role and in the event of a system emergency, may be required to work outside of their regular schedule/job duties. This is applicable to employees that will work in Connecticut, Maine, Massachusetts, and New York within Avangrid Network and Corporate functions. &nbsp;This does not include those that will work for Avangrid Power.Avangrid employees may also be assigned a NERC Reliability Standards compliance role supporting Critical Infrastructure Protection (CIP) and/or Operations and Planning (O&amp;P) responsibilities. This is applicable to employees that will work in electric transmission, operations, and cyber security business areas in Connecticut, Maine, Massachusetts, and New York within Avangrid Network and Corporate business areas. NERC Reliability Standards compliance roles and responsibilities may include additional access protections, training, audit engagement, and required evidence retention, and will be communicated by the employee’s management.Job Posting End Date:November-14-2025

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