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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Distribution System Operator - Senior Distribution System Operator - **Company:** NORTHEASTERN RURAL ELECTRIC MEMBERSHIP CORPORATION - **Location:** Columbia City, IN, United States - **Experience:** Expert - **Salary:** $90,000.0 - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Distributed Systems, Monitoring of Systems, Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition (SCADA), Vector Graphics, Reliability of Systems - **Published:** September 14, 2026 - **Apply:** https://www.indeed.com/viewjob?jk=21fd94d3bc1daf9e ## About the Role * High school diploma or equivalent required, associate or bachelor's degree in a business-related field is a plus. * Experience in electric utility operations, dispatching, line work, or a related technical field preferred for Operator position. A minimum of 2 years' prior experience as a Distribution System Operator is role. * Demonstrated ability to interpret system maps, one-line diagrams, and switching instructions preferred, but previous experience not required for Operator position. A minimum of 2 years' prior experience is * Strong analytical and decision-making skills, particularly in high pressure or time sensitive situations. * Strong situational awareness, with ability to adhere to established operating procedures and safety standards in varying circumstances. * Effective verbal and written communication skills; ability to communicate with professionalism and tact and maintain composure and de-escalate in difficult situations. * Good computer skills with ability to learn and become proficient in a variety of systems including the SCADA grid monitoring system, electric meter (AMI) and vehicle monitoring (AVL) systems, as well as outage and mapping software (OMS and GIS). * Good organizational and time management skills; maintains appropriate sense of urgency in prioritizing and responding to service requests and balancing other tasks and goals as required * Strong interpersonal skills, demonstrating integrity, positivity, and respect for others; able to collaborate well within the team and cross functionally. ## Description Come help shape the future of Distributed Energy! Day to day, you'll be responsible for ensuring system reliability by utilizing communications and electronic monitoring systems, coordinating planned and emergency work, dispatching field resources, and assisting with service restoration. As a team, we are committed to maintaining an unwavering focus on the safety of our field employees and delivering exceptional service to our members., * Monitor the electric distribution system for alarms, abnormal conditions, and equipment status changes using SCADA and other operational tools. * Track, coordinate, and document all planned and emergency work affecting the distribution system. * Receive, prioritize, and dispatch outage calls, work assignments, and field activities to line crews, troubleshooters, and other operational personnel. * Assist in service restoration efforts by analyzing system conditions, supporting fault isolation, and coordinating switching and load-transfer activities. * Maintain accurate and timely operational logs, system status updates, and communication records in accordance with company policies. * Collaborate and communicate effectively with internal departments, field crews, and external stakeholders to support safe and efficient operations. * Follow all applicable safety rules, tagging procedures, and operating practices to ensure personnel and system safety. * Support emergency response efforts, including storm restoration and after-hours operational needs, as required. In addition to the above listed job responsibilities, Senior Distribution System Operators will also: * Facilitate, track, and assist with training of lower-level dispatchers and other employees. * Assist in drafting training materials, policies, and procedures. * Maintain and update audits and metrics on dispatch performance. * Upon supervisor/manager approval, fill in as duty supervisor and assist with major restoration efforts. * Fill in for Dispatch Manager as needed. ## Related Videos - [APItoolkit: Using Merkle Trees and LLMs to Detect the UnDetectable in Software Monitoring](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1639-apitoolkit-using-merkle-trees-and-llms-to-detect-the-undetectable-in-software-monitoring) - [Best Practices for AI-Assisted Development of Distributed Systems](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/100200-best-practices-for-ai-assisted-development-of-distributed-systems) - [What makes Cybersecurity different for critical infrastructure?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/571-what-makes-cybersecurity-different-for-critical-infrastructure) - [The State Of The Web](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/225-the-state-of-the-web) - [System Resilience: Surviving the Software Storm](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/874-system-resilience-surviving-the-software-storm) - [Your Distributed System Just Got a Brain. 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