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Distribution Systems Operations Supervisor in Training

Madison Gas & Electric

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Compensation
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Location
Madison, WI
Work Authorization
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Job overview

Madison Gas & Electric is hiring a Distribution Systems Operations Supervisor in Training. The Distribution Systems Operations Supervisor in Training monitors and performs real-time actions to ensure safe, reliable, and economic operation of electric and gas distribution systems during normal and emergency conditions. This role involves completing an initial training program to independently operate the Company's electric and gas distribution systems under the direction of an experienced operator.

Key focus areas include Participates in directing field personnel in emergency response to natural gas leaks and electric distribution outages under supervision, Observes and practices developing restoration plans and directing field personnel during electric restoration, and Gains understanding of electric switching procedures.

Successful candidates bring Technical Degree In Electrical Power, Gas Distribution, Or Related Field Or Equivalent Experience, 3 Years Related Experience Or Equivalent, and Report To Work Within One Hour If Called. Important skills include Problem Solving & Analysis, Decision Quality, Communication, Technical Learning, Power System Devices, and Switching Procedures. Preferred (not required): DMS, EMS, and Outage Management System.

Skills & qualifications

RequiredNice to have

Skills

Problem Solving & AnalysisDecision QualityCommunicationTechnical LearningPower System DevicesSwitching ProceduresPolicies, Procedures, and Safety RegulationsLearn Gas and Electric Distribution SystemsInterpret Maps and Schematic DiagramsUtilize Systems and Interpret System DiagramsDMSEMSOutage Management System

Qualifications

Technical Degree in Electrical Power, Gas Distribution, or Related Field or Equivalent Experience3 Years Related Experience or EquivalentReport to Work Within One Hour if CalledComplete Training and Demonstrate Proficiency Within 12 MonthsSatisfactory Completion of a Background CheckSatisfactory Completion of a Drug ScreenExperience in Operations, Engineering, or Field Roles

Full job description

Distribution Systems Operations Supervisor in Training

Location Madison

Job Category

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Position Purpose

Under the direction of an experienced operator, monitor and perform real-time actions to ensure safe, reliable, and economic operation of the electric and gas distribution systems during normal and emergency conditions.

Works to complete the Distribution Systems Operations Supervisor (DSOS) initial training program to independently operate the Company's electric and gas distribution systems.

Core Responsibilities

Note: This is not an all-inclusive list

  • Participates in directing field personnel in emergency response to natural gas leaks and electric distribution outages under supervision

  • Observes and practices developing restoration plans and directing field personnel during electric restoration

  • Gains understanding of electric switching procedures

  • Assists with preparing gas-valving plans in emergency situations

  • Uses DMS and EMS systems to monitor disturbances and assist with corrective actions

  • Learns Outage Management System to analyze and manage outages

  • Develops understanding of system modeling and operational studies

  • Issues and releases hold-out tags under guidance

  • Monitors gas system pressures, flows, and odorant levels

  • Supports reporting of system conditions and regulatory requirements

  • Participates in shift rotation including nights, weekends, and holidays

Behavioral Competencies

Note: These are in addition to MGE’s Core Competencies

  • Problem Solving & Analysis – Works systematically to analyze issues, identify root causes, and determine effective solutions

  • Decision Quality – Makes sound, timely decisions under pressure

  • Communication – Communicates clearly and maintains effective working relationships

  • Technical Learning – Actively builds knowledge of distribution operations, systems, and tools

Skills

  • Knowledge of power system devices and switching procedures

  • Understanding of policies, procedures, and safety regulations

  • Ability to learn gas and electric distribution systems

  • Ability to interpret maps and schematic diagrams

  • Ability to utilize systems and interpret system diagrams

Education

Technical degree in electrical power, gas distribution, or related field, or equivalent experience

Experience

  • Three years of related experience or equivalent

  • Experience in operations, engineering, or field roles preferred

Work Location & Expectations

  • This role is 100% onsite at our Madison, WI headquarters.

  • Shift rotation includes nights, weekends, and holidays

  • Must be able to report to work within one hour if called

  • Must complete training and demonstrate proficiency within 12 months

Pre-employment will require satisfactory completion of a background check and drug screen.

We are an AA/EOE employer and consider all qualified candidates without regard to protected status.

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