FirstEnergy at a Glance

We are a forward-thinking electric utility powered by a diverse team of employees committed to making customers’ lives brighter, the environment better and our communities stronger.

FirstEnergy (NYSE: FE) is dedicated to integrity, safety, reliability and operational excellence. Headquartered in Akron, Ohio, FirstEnergy includes one of the nation's largest investor-owned electric systems, more than 24,000 miles of transmission lines that connect the Midwest and Mid-Atlantic regions, and a regulated generating fleet with a total capacity of more than 3,500 megawatts.

About the Opportunity

This is an open position with FirstEnergy Service Co., a subsidiary of FirstEnergy Corp. [FEU]

This position reports to the Supervisor of Transmission Training and is located in Wadsworth, Ohio.

Candidates scheduled for an interview will be required to deliver a 15-minute presentation on a work- related topic. This topic is chosen and developed by the candidate ahead of time and presented during the interview.

Transmission System Operations Trainers are responsible for the research, development, coordination and revision of training programs. Employees in the job are seen as subject matter experts. They lead by example, educate and direct others on technical subject matters and possess the job skills and knowledge to exercise independent judgment on complex projects and assignments.

Responsibilities:

• Administering the System Operator training program in compliance with PJM/NERC standards
• Monitoring the development and delivery of training by internal and external personnel
• Monitoring PJM/NERC Reliability Standards changes and developing and updating training materials to remain in compliance
• Developing effective processes for evaluating training programs
• Ensuring operators maintain PJM/NERC certifications
• Providing documentation of compliance to PJM/NERC training requirements
• Coordinating the auditing of training activities to ensure continuous process improvement
• Ensuring the Transmission Training & Development group maintains PJM/NERC Continuing Education Provider status
• Monitoring and evaluating student performance and providing remediation, counseling and tutoring services as needed
• Programming the Dispatchers Training Simulator, running emergency scenarios for personnel, and monitoring and evaluating employee performance on the simulator
• Representing the company at forums and industry group meetings
• Recommending and implementing solutions to complex issues and assignments
• Providing assistance during emergencies and storm related activities
• Works safely according to company policies and procedures
• In-depth understanding of the Transmission Operations business
• Knowledgeable in Energy Management System (EMS) and SunNet iTOA computer applications preferred.
• Excellent written and oral communications skills
• Excellent teamwork and interpersonal skills
• Strong analytical abilities involving complex problems; exercise sound judgment
• Strong leadership and organizational skills
• Demonstrates ability to develop and maintain functional computer knowledge applicable to the training section.
• Deliver quality, accurate work within established deadlines
• Willingness to travel overnight as required.
• Possession of a valid Ohio, Pennsylvania, West Virginia, Maryland or New Jersey Driver’s license.

Qualifications:

• 2 or 4 year degree in related technical field or related discipline preferred, or the equivalent gained through previous work experience.
• Minimum 2 years of experience as an Independent System Operator and qualified to perform all aspects of TSO II
• Preferred Experience: Training instruction and training program administration, supporting Compliance & Procedures, Outage Coordination, Substation Electrician or substation equipment maintenance or Operating Event Investigations
• Technical knowledge requisite for the position obtained through career experience.
• Current NERC Transmission Operator or Reliability Operator certification or ability to be certified within two years
• Current PJM Transmission Operator certification or ability to be certified within two years required

Benefits, Compensation & Workforce Diversity

At FirstEnergy, employees are key to our success. We depend on their talents to meet the challenges of our changing business environment. We are committed to rewarding individual and team efforts through our total rewards philosophy which includes competitive pay plus incentive compensation, a company-sponsored pension plan, 401(k) savings plan with matching employer contribution, a choice of medical, prescription drug, dental, vision, and life insurance programs, as well as skills development training with tuition reimbursement. Please visit our website at www.firstenergycorp.com to learn more about all of our employee rewards programs. FirstEnergy proudly supports workforce diversity. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, status as a protected veteran, or status as a qualified individual with a disability. No recruiters or agencies without a previously signed contract. Unable to sponsor or transfer H-1B visas at this time.

Safety

Safety is a core value for FirstEnergy and is essential to all of our business activities. We ensure employees have the tools, information, and processes to perform their duties in a manner that assures safety for themselves, their co-workers, our customers and the public. Our goals are to provide a safe work environment, to maintain an accident-free, injury-free workplace, and to promote and maintain public safety. To meet these goals, we dedicate ourselves to achieving world-class safety standards.

Position Classification

Exempt

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $80,000.00 - $110,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Parental leave
• Professional development assistance
• Referral program
• Relocation assistance
• Retirement plan
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 10 hour shift
• 8 hour shift
• Day shift
• Evening shift
• Monday to Friday
• On call
• Overtime

Supplemental pay types:

• Bonus pay

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Wadsworth, OH 44281: Reliably commute or willing to relocate with an employer-provided relocation package (Required)

Application Question(s):

• Can you obtain your NERC and PJM Certifications if you do not already have them?

Experience:

• independent system operator: 2 years (Required)

Work Location: In person

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