Distribution System Operator

Summary of Primary Duties and Responsibilities: Organizes and analyzes reported distribution system problems and dispatches field personnel accordingly. Acts as control authority for the entire distribution system. Must be able to monitor multiple systems and respond appropriately and timey to alerts and alarms. Must maintain exceptional communication and customer service by interacting daily with operations and construction field personnel and other departments. Must be able to manage daily communication by radio, phone, Outlook, and Teams. Must excel in computer skills and programs including Outlook, Teams, SharePoint sites along with a willingness to learn proprietary software used in the Distribution Operations Center. Must be able to handle high stress situations, long working hours, and have a positive, adaptable, and attentive attitude.

Essential Job Functions: Must be able to perform all essential functions as identified by the Company. Reasonable accommodations may be made upon request to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

General: Qualifying ratings from an evaluation process that measures verbal and mathematical skills, and logical and analytical reasoning.

Testing: System Operator/Power Dispatching Selection System (SO/PD II)

Education: High School or equivalent. Completion of Distribution System Fundamentals course or two years’ experience in distribution fundamentals strongly preferred. Completion of AC/DC Course or two years’ experience in AC/DC principals strongly preferred. One-year utility distribution experience strongly preferred.

Headquartered in both Kansas City and Topeka, Evergy employs about 4,900 people who are dedicated to empowering a better future. We are currently seeking candidates in Kansas City for a Distribution System Operator. Please find below a list of the minimum requirements for the position. It is important the candidates address their qualifications in the documentation submitted for consideration.