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JEA

System Operator

Jacksonville, FL

North American Electric Reliability Council (NERC) Combined Balancing and Interchange/Transmission Operator or higher is required. The full salary range for this position is $110,406.40 - $136,364.80.

TECO

Physical Security Operator

Lutz, FL

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Provide training on security procedures, NERC CIP compliance, and emergency communications ... transmission assets. Support corporate emergency management plans and participate in drills and ...

TECO

Physical Security Operator

Lutz, FL · On-site

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Provide training on security procedures, NERC CIP compliance, and emergency communications ... transmission assets. Support corporate emergency management plans and participate in drills and ...

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How much do nerc transmission operator jobs pay per year?

As of Aug 15, 2026, the average yearly pay for nerc transmission operator in Florida is $77,698.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $41,100.00 and $109,500.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a NERC Transmission Operator?

To excel as a NERC Transmission Operator, you need a strong understanding of power systems operations, grid reliability standards, and typically an associate degree in electrical engineering or a related field. Competence with SCADA systems, real-time monitoring software, and holding a valid NERC certification are essential for this role. Excellent communication, critical thinking, and teamwork skills help you coordinate with fellow operators and respond to rapidly changing situations. These abilities are vital to ensuring the safe, reliable transmission of electricity and compliance with regulatory requirements.

What are the typical daily responsibilities of a NERC Transmission Operator?

As a NERC Transmission Operator, your daily duties include monitoring the electrical grid, responding to alarms, coordinating real-time changes in power flow, and executing switching orders to maintain system stability. You will also communicate regularly with other utility operators and field personnel to ensure compliance with NERC reliability standards. Additionally, you’ll document events, review procedural updates, and participate in team briefings. The role often involves shift work and requires staying calm under pressure during emergencies or unexpected outages.

What is a NERC Transmission Operator?

A NERC Transmission Operator is responsible for monitoring and controlling the electrical transmission system to ensure reliability and compliance with North American Electric Reliability Corporation (NERC) standards. They manage real-time power flow, respond to grid disturbances, and coordinate with other operators to prevent outages. Their role is critical in maintaining the stability of the bulk electric system and ensuring continuous power delivery to customers.

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Infographic showing various Nerc Transmission Operator job openings in Florida as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 95% Full Time, and 5% Contract. Highlights an 91% In-person, and 9% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $77,698 per year, or $37.4 per hour.

ENGINEER I - OPERATIONS PLANNING (Entry-Level)

Seminole Electric

Tampa, FL • On-site

$65K - $88K/yr

Full-time

Re-posted 8 days ago

Job description

Position Summary Description

Provides support to more experienced engineering and operating personnel in the development System Operations plans related to transmission system operations and load & resource optimization by performing routine engineering analyses, study and creative problem solving.


Qualifications and Education Requirements

Bachelors of Science in Electrical Engineering. No experience needed with degree. Must obtain NERC Certified System Operator certification at the level of Balancing, Interchange, and Transmission Operator (BIT) or higher within twenty-four (24) months of employment.

Core Competencies: Adaptable, Collaborative, Conscientious, Critical-Thinking, Outcome-Driven and Professional

Technical Competencies/Skills:

  • Power System simulation software
  • Generation production costing
  • Unit commitment software
  • Drawings, diagrams and instruction manuals
  • Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications

Soft Competencies/Skills:

  • Effective verbal/nonverbal, listening and written communications
  • Planning
  • Analysis
  • Organization


Essential Functions

  • Conducts transmission load flow analyses by using power system analysis programs and develops mitigation plans if needed to support system operations and to assure coordinated inter-utility operations and system reliability. Analyses are real-time, next-day and near-term transmission assessments.
  • Conducts detailed operational planning analyses to assure the optimal supply of Member demand and energy requirements in a reliable and economic manner by using generation dispatch optimization tool. Analyses are in real-time, next-day and near-term horizons.
  • Maintains and ensures accuracy of SEC’s Real-Time Contingency Analysis program, transmission and generation models.
  • Evaluates transmission switching requests made by SEC Engineering group, SEC Members, and neighboring utilities.
  • Participates in economic and operating feasibility studies and studies aimed at evaluating alternative system configurations, facilities, and resource scenarios.
  • Determines the costs associated with planned and unplanned outages of generation resources and provides reports of such as needed.
  • Reviews and updates written operational practices and procedures to assure FRCC/NERC standards compliance.
  • Stays abreast of applicable NERC and regional Reliability Standards to assure job performance in accordance with requirements.
  • Must obtain NERC Certification and SEC BA/TOP desk qualification.
  • Performs other duties as applicable to the position or as assigned.
  • NERC Compliance: Performs NERC Compliance Program roles if/as designated in Seminole's Standard Ownership Matrix (SOM) including ongoing evidence retention in "audit-ready" form. You should also be familiar with Seminole's Enterprise Internal Compliance Program (ENT-GCD-RGC-EP-054) to further your understanding of Seminole's compliance program and your duties and responsibilities in the SOM.


Physical Requirements

Must be able to follow established protective measures including wearing required personal protective equipment (PPE). Must possess a valid driver’s license and acceptable Motor Vehicle Report.


Working Conditions

Some travel and work outside of normal business hours may be required. Position requires rotating on call duty after hours (evenings and weekends). Position may require visits to our plant facilities. While working in certain areas of the plant there is the potential for exposure to hazards typical of an industrial working environment.


“Disclaimer - Management may modify this job description at any time and may require the performance of additional duties, or modification of physical requirements, with or without advance notice.”