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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # System Operator - **Company:** Clark County Rural Electric Membership Corporation - **Location:** Sellersburg, IN, United States - **Experience:** Experienced - **Salary:** $70,000.0 - $78,000.0 - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Distributed Systems, Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition (SCADA), Real Time Systems, Process Control Systems - **Published:** May 22, 2026 - **Apply:** https://www.indeed.com/viewjob?jk=5ee61b5c698aa8f9 ## About the Role Do you have experience in Utility electrical systems?, Do you have a Associate's degree?, * Technical Degree required; associate degree, technical certification, or coursework in electrical systems, power systems, industrial controls, instrumentation, or related field preferred. * Four (4) years of experience in electric utility operations, dispatching, SCADA operations, substation/distribution operations, or related field preferred (an equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered). * Ability to obtain and maintain required safety qualifications and complete applicable switching/clearance training. * Working knowledge of distribution system equipment and operating practices; familiarity with NESC, OSHA, and utility safety practices preferred. ## Description The System Operator is responsible for monitoring and operating the electric distribution system through the SCADA/OMS platform to ensure safe, reliable service. This position coordinates switching and restoration activities, creates daily schedules for contractors and in-house crews, maintains accurate system status, and communicates system conditions to field crews, operations leadership, and other stakeholders in accordance with established policies and procedures., * Monitor distribution system conditions using SCADA, OMS, and related tools; identify abnormal conditions, alarms, and outages and take appropriate actions per established procedures. * Perform remote switching operations as authorized, including opening/closing breakers, reclosers, regulators and switches, and placing equipment in/out of service in accordance with switching orders, safety rules, and applicable regulations. * Create, review, and execute switching orders; coordinate clearances, tags, and lockout/tagout activities with field personnel and other operators to protect employees, the public, and system equipment. * Serve as the communication hub during outages and system disturbances by dispatching crews, tracking restoration progress, updating system status, and providing timely information to internal staff. * Create and maintain the daily work schedule for line and service crews; coordinate assignments, priorities, and changes based on system conditions, planned work, outages, and resource availability. * Assist members with questions or problems pertaining to their service including outage calls. * Maintain accurate real-time system configurations, device status', and outage information in the OMS/SCADA environment; document switching, clearances, and significant events. * Respond to after-hours calls for outages, alarms, and operational issues in accordance with on-call expectations; support storm response and restoration activities as needed. * Recognize and escalate cyber-security or system integrity concerns (e.g., unusual alarms, access anomalies, communications failures) per cooperative protocols. * Assist with testing, commissioning, and verification of SCADA points, control schemes, and communications for new or upgraded equipment; report discrepancies for correction. * Participate in drills, training, and continuous improvement efforts to enhance safety, reliability, and operational readiness. ## Related Videos - [For the Cars and the Curious: Android Drift](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/499-for-the-cars-and-the-curious-android-drift) - [What makes Cybersecurity different for critical infrastructure?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/571-what-makes-cybersecurity-different-for-critical-infrastructure) - [Best Practices for AI-Assisted Development of Distributed Systems](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/100200-best-practices-for-ai-assisted-development-of-distributed-systems) - [Monoliths: A love story](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/164-monoliths-a-love-story) - [Software defines the vehicle: Why customers and developers will love cars even more](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1114-software-defines-the-vehicle-why-customers-and-developers-will-love-cars-even-more) - [From Cloud Racks to Control Cabinets: Operating Kubernetes on Edge Devices](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/100160-from-cloud-racks-to-control-cabinets-operating-kubernetes-on-edge-devices) ## Related Articles - [What’s the Difference between a Junior, Mid, and Senior Developer?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/238-what-s-the-difference-between-a-junior-mid-and-senior-developer) - [Where to Find Entry-Level Software Engineering Jobs](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/397-where-to-find-entry-level-software-engineering-jobs) - [How to Write a CV and Interview if You Don't Fully Qualify For The Job](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/183-how-to-write-a-cv-and-interview-if-you-don-t-fully-qualify-for-the-job) - [System change: restart as developer?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/39-system-change-restart-as-developer) - [From developer to manager – what does it take to become an engineering manager?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/42-from-developer-to-manager-what-does-it-take-to-become-an-engineering-manager) - [Fully Remote Software Engineer Jobs](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/447-fully-remote-software-engineer-jobs)