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In addition to a starting wage of $47.23 per hour (determined by qualifications), we offer excellent benefits including medical, dental, life insurance, 401(k) plan, vacation, tuition assistance and more. Every day we deliver safe and secure energy to homes, communities, and businesses. We are there when people need us the most. We connect people to the energy they need for the lives they live. The pace of change in society and our industry is accelerating and our expertise and track record puts us in an unparalleled position to shape the sustainable future of our industry. To be successful we must anticipate the needs of our customers, reducing the cost of energy delivery today and pioneering the flexible energy systems of tomorrow. This requires us to deliver on our promises and always look for new opportunities to grow, both ourselves and our business.\nAbout the Position: \nUnder direct supervision to control, direct and monitor electric substations, sub-transmission networks, substations and distribution facilities within a Regional Control Center's jurisdiction including making load, voltage and reactive adjustments using state of the art equipment.\nTo perform such activities as:\nDirect switching operations and routine testing. \nAdminister Company Clearance and Control rules and other equipment tests as directed. \nControl and direct restoration procedures for interruptions and disturbances, including dispatching of personnel. \nMonitor security and other alarms for stations and other Company facilities. \nRecord readings, log information and compile and issue reports connected with the operation of the system. \nReceive and analyze trouble calls and dispatch personnel as required. \nDispatch personnel involved with construction, maintenance and operations. \nJob Qualifications:\nAssociates degree in Electrical Technology or bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering (power options preferred) is desirable or HS Diploma with extensive experience in related electric transmission and distribution facility operations. \nRole typically requires a minimum of 5 years’ experience in related electric transmission and distribution facility operations. 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You must have the ability to work without a need for current or future visa sponsorship.\nMany of the terms and conditions of employment for this position are defined by a collective bargaining agreement that the Company has with a local union. Newly hired employees are bound by the terms of the collective bargaining agreement as well as other agreements between the Company and the local union.\nNational Grid utilizes an assessment that evaluates the job qualifications/characteristics using AI or statistically based scoring. For more information, please view NYC Local Law 144.\nNational Grid is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment regardless of protected class. 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