Reg Dist System Operator, West Toledo Edison

FirstEnergy at a GlanceWe are a forward-thinking electric utility powered by a diverse team of employees committed to making customers'' lives brighter, the environment better and our communities stronger.FirstEnergy (NYSE: FE) is dedicated to integrity, safety, reliability and operational excellence. Headquartered in Akron, Ohio, FirstEnergy includes one of the nation''s largest investor-owned electric systems, more than 24,000 miles of transmission lines that connect the Midwest and Mid-Atlantic regions, and a regulated generating fleet with a total capacity of more than 3,500 megawatts.About the OpportunityThis is an open position with FirstEnergy Service Co.,a subsidiary of FirstEnergy Corp.Responsibilities:* Work independently and make sound decisions regarding all aspects of regional distribution system operations.* Monitor the day-to-day operations of the regional distribution system.* Outage restoration during emergency or abnormal conditions with timely and accurate documentation associated with the distribution system.* Demonstrate a solid commitment to all aspects of safety, including adherence to the Accident Prevention Handbook (APH) and Manual of Operations (MOP).* Produce operational improvements and communicate system events to appropriate personnel.* Demonstrate sound internal and external customer service.* Operate the Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition (SCADA) Distribution Management System (DMS), Automated Mapping/Facilities Management (GIS) computer system, advanced distribution management system (ADMS), Energy Delivery Outage Application (EDOA), Personnel Call-out System (ARCOS), DCC Notification System, as well as radio and telephone systems.* Analyze and act promptly in cases of system disturbance so that the system can be restored to a normal configuration.* Provide technical analysis, monitor systems, schedule and/or authorize FirstEnergy distribution equipment outages and load transfers.* Develop detailed scenarios to identify operating problems caused by contingency outages.* Assign and direct switching activities and work assignments to field personnel.* Actively seek ways to build, challenge, and add value within scope of assignments.* Monitor system and weather conditions.* Coordinating staffing requirements by calling additional resources to manage emergencies.* Possess basic understanding of Bargaining Unit Agreements with field labor.Business-Unit Specific Summary of Responsibilities:Toledo Edison Regional Distribution System Operator responsibilities may include one or more of the following:* Work a regular rotating shift schedule as a Duty Desk operator.* Temporary Mentoring assignment.* Temporary assignment to the Set-Up Desk/Outage Coordinator position.* Operate the Downtown Network System (High Voltage and Low Voltage).* Routine audit and updates to System Inoperable Equipment Log entries.Qualifications:* Must have successfully completed a DSO-Trainee training program at a FirstEnergy DCC. OR Must possess an Associate''s degree or greater in Electrical Engineering/Electrical Engineering Technology, or related certification from an accredited institution together with 2-4 years demonstrated ability and working experience as a Distribution System Operator. Demonstrated ability and working experience as a Distribution System Operator (minimum 4-7 years) will be considered, in lieu of above stated educational requirements.* Must have previously passed the EEI System Operator/Power Dispatching Test (SOPD or SO/PD II).* Must live within 45 minutes commute time.* Must be willing to work rotating shifts, including Holidays and be available for overtime work when needed.* Must have demonstrated strong performance in problem solving, multi-tasking, and teamwork, as well as demonstrated effective performance in prioritizing work for efficient and safe operations.* Must have an understanding of Transmission and Distribution operation, maintenance and construction practices, procedures, work methods, materials, equipment, and tools to operate the distribution system.* Must possess reading and comprehension skills to effectively interpret switching requests, engineering drawings, schematics, equipment instruction manuals, standards and procedures used to develop distribution switching orders.* Must have an in-depth understanding of, collection, organization, and analysis of information from a variety of sources to develop switching orders and recommendations.* Must possess highly effective oral and written communication skills to effectively communicate with customers, supervisors, peers, employees, and contractors involved with the construction, operation, and maintenance of the T&D facilities.* Must demonstrate a questioning attitude to learn, produce results and develop relationships.* Must have demonstrated independent judgment on moderately complex projects and assignments.* Must possess excellent interpersonal and analytical skills to make quick assessments and deliver well-thought decisions, when situations occur that require independent judgment.* Must possess in-depth understanding of specific mainframe and PC applications.* Must possess the ability to remain professional in high stress, high volume work environment.* Must have the desire to learn and grow, work across FirstEnergy, deliver results and manage others.* Must deliver quality, accurate work within established deadlines, and coach others in effective decision making.Benefits, Compensation & Workforce DiversityAt FirstEnergy, employees are key to our success. We depend on their talents to meet the challenges of our changing business environment. We are committed to rewarding individual and team efforts through our total rewards philosophy which includes competitive pay plus incentive compensation, a company-sponsored pension plan, 401(k) savings plan with matching employer contribution, a choice of medical, prescription drug, dental, vision, and life insurance programs, as well as skills development training with tuition reimbursement. Please visit our website at to learn more about all of our employee rewards programs. FirstEnergy proudly supports workforce diversity. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, status as a protected veteran, or status as a qualified individual with a disability. No recruiters or agencies without a previously signed contract. Unable to sponsor or transfer H-1B visas at this time.SafetySafety is a core value for FirstEnergy and is essential to all of our business activities. We ensure employees have the tools, information, and processes to perform their duties in a manner that assures safety for themselves, their co-workers, our customers and the public. Our goals are to provide a safe work environment, to maintain an accident-free, injury-free workplace, and to promote and maintain public safety. To meet these goals, we dedicate ourselves to achieving world-class safety standards.Position Classification[[SCOO]]FirstEnergy Human Resources TeamNearest Major Market: ToledoJob Segment: Electrical Engineering, High Voltage, Engineer, Temporary, Electrical, Engineering, Energy, Contract

Created: 2025-09-06