November 21, 2024
Electric Energy Jobs

Dispatcher (Distribution Operations Technician)

Organization:
Madison Gas and Electric
Region:
Canada, Wisconsin, Madison
End of contest:
February 9, 2025
Type:
Full time
Category:
Distribution
Description

General Purpose of Work.  Receives, prioritizes, and assigns emergency and nonemergency calls and service orders in a 24/7 onsite Distribution Operations Center. Performs field worker dispatching.

General Duties.

  • Follows directives received from on-duty Distribution Systems Operations Supervisors (DSOSs) and management during normal and emergency situations.
  • Dispatches same-day SROs, meter orders, and single-customer OMS outage reports to Meter and Connection technicians.
  • Answers the Company's emergency line outside of Customer Center business hours.
  • Documents schedule exceptions in ARCOS. Runs ARCOS callouts to call in field workers outside of normal working hours.
  • Checks field personnel in and out of substations and gas sites.
  • Answers dispatch-related questions from Customer Center representatives.
  • Coordinates with 911 centers (shared with DSOSs).
  • Assists in responding to gas damages, blowing gas emergencies, and underground gas leaks (shared with DSOSs).
  • Communicates information from Gas Operations field personnel regarding gas system conditions.
  • Documents unusual conditions encountered in the Emergency Service Log.
  • Adjusts daily Meter and Connections operations to respond to severe weather, emergencies, and catastrophic events.
  • Works in coordination with the DSOSs.
  • Responds to employee medical emergencies and potential public safety issues reported to the Company.
  • Utilizes the Customer Information System.
  • Coordinates with the Company's first responders.
  • Assists with maintaining documentation and procedures.
  • Follows Company policies, procedures, and practices as well as all regulatory requirements and safety practices in performing duties.
  • Maintains appropriate confidentiality of information in performing assigned duties.
  • Provides adequate documentation and maintains accurate records.
  • Performs other related duties as required.

Qualifications. 

Education and Experience.

  • High school diploma or equivalent.
  • Education or equivalent experience in any one, or a combination, of the following areas:  customer service, dispatching, or field technician work involving customer contact.

Knowledge and Skills.

  • Good computer skills.
  • Able to prioritize information.
  • Clear, concise verbal communication skills.
  • Able to work effectively in stressful situations.
  • Able to work 12-hour rotating shifts including evenings, weekends, and holidays. Must also be able to work in excess of 12 hours during heavy workload and/or emergency situations.
  • Able to work on an on-call basis and report to work within one hour if called.
  • Must be detail-oriented.
  • Must be able to multitask.
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Contact

Madison Gas and Electric





Wisconsin United States

www.mge.com