DCC Operator I

Responsibilities

• Required/Basic Qualifications
• High-school Diploma/GED

Requirements

• Associate degree
• Previous Operator experience
• Power Grid Operations (PGO) Ops and Field Experience
• Additional Preferred Qualifications
• Good written and verbal communications skills
• Ability to deal with a variety of individuals from various socio-economic, cultural, and ethnic backgrounds.
• Demonstrated computer and technical aptitude.
• Knowledge of distribution systems, equipment, and operations
• Working Conditions
• Office environment
• Ability to work in a 24 X 7 rotating shift schedule
• Onsite Mobility Classification - Work will be performed at a designated company facility.
• Specific Requirements
• Applicants must earn a passing score on the System Operator/Power Dispatching test to be considered as a qualified candidate.
• Starting minimum pay is in mid $70,000 range
• Travel Requirements
• Relocation Assistance Provided (as applicable)
• No
• Represented/Union Position
• Visa Sponsored Position
• No Please note that in order to be considered for this position, you must possess all of

Benefits

Additional Information

Important Application Submission Information In order to ensure your application is successfully received before the job posting expires, please submit your application by 11:59 PM on Thursday, June 25, 2026 More than a career - a chance to make a difference in people's lives. Build an exciting, rewarding career with us - help us make a difference for millions of people every day. Consider joining the Duke Energy team, where you'll find a friendly work environment, opportunities for growth and development, recognition for your work, and competitive pay and benefits. Position Summary: This position is responsible for reviewing and analyzing outage information and dispatching and directing field resources in restoration efforts associated with feeder level outages and below and ensuring accurate outage information is captured. This position also assist in substation outage restoration as needed under the direction of Grid Management, Sr DCC Operator or the Supervisor, DCC Operations. This position also authorizes and models in OMS, DMS or DSCADA work being performed on the distribution system, including tags (Hot Line, Clearance, Do Not Operate, and Informational). Supports the DCC Operator II during abnormal or emergency situations. Works a rotational shift within a 24 hour operational environment and is required to be on-call to participate in emergency storm center processes. Applicants must earn a passing score on the System Operator/Power Dispatching (SOPD) test to be considered qualified candidates. Applicants must earn a passing score on the System Operator/Power Dispatching test to be considered as a qualified candidate.

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