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FirstEnergy

Transmission System Operator - P

Akron, OH

$18 - $21.75/hr

... for NERC/PJM certification and learn the FirstEnergy system. Based on individual performance, Operators then advance from an entry level position to the career-level Transmission System Operator ...

FirstEnergy Corp.

Transmission System Operator - P

Akron, OH · On-site

$18 - $21.75/hr

... for NERC/PJM certification and learn the FirstEnergy system. Based on individual performance, Operators then advance from an entry level position to the career-level Transmission System Operator ...

Aep

NERC Compliance Specialist

New Albany, OH

$98K - $127K/yr

Job Summary Assist in ensuring compliance for Transmission Operations regarding the NERC ... Solid understanding of the business unit / operating company systems is preferred. * Experience ...

Aep

NERC Compliance Specialist-Senior

New Albany, OH · On-site

$98K - $127K/yr

Job Summary Assist in ensuring compliance for Transmission Operations regarding the NERC ... Solid understanding of the business unit / operating company systems is preferred. * Experience ...

FirstEnergy Corp.

Compliance Representative

Akron, OH · On-site

Monitor applicable regulatory requirements, including NERC, Reliability First, PJM Transmission Operator requirements, and related Operations and Planning Reliability Standards. * Partner with cross ...

FirstEnergy

Compliance Representative

Akron, OH

Monitor applicable regulatory requirements, including NERC, Reliability First, PJM Transmission Operator requirements, and related Operations and Planning Reliability Standards. * Partner with cross ...

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How much do nerc transmission operator jobs pay per year?

As of Aug 21, 2026, the average yearly pay for nerc transmission operator in Ohio is $98,846.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $52,300.00 and $139,300.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

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.

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 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.

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Infographic showing various Nerc Transmission Operator job openings in Ohio as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 92% Full Time, and 8% Part Time. Highlights an 92% In-person, and 8% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $98,846 per year, or $47.5 per hour.

Chief Electric Transmission Operator

City of Cleveland

Cleveland, OH • On-site

$48.29/hr

Full-time

Re-posted 7 days ago

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Company rating: 7.9 out of 10

Based on 31 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

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Job description

Description Chief Electric Transmission Operator Examples of Duties Performs the daily operations of a system operator in charge of a shift. Prepares detailed shift reports concerning shift activities, electric troubles, and actions taken. Monitors Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition (SCADA) computer screens and reports alarms and/or unusual occurrences.

Supervises Junior and Senior Electric Switchboard Operators and trains new Operators as needed. Checks accuracy of log sheet, station curve sheet, and calculation for KW hour output (night shift). Supervises the operation of CPP's electrical system during normal and emergency situations.

Handles telephone and radio communications as needed. Operates gas turbines, SCADA, and other control equipment. Obtains and maintains any certifications or licenses which may be required by the following organizations or their successors: Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC), North American Electric Reliability Corporation (NERC), Reliability First Corporation (RFC), PJM Interconnection (PJM), or other industry or governmental authority.

Performs other job-related duties as required, including compliance with all applicable NERC and RFC reliability standards and PJM Business Manuals. Minimum Qualifications High School Diploma or GED required. Four years of responsible full-time paid experience operating utility, industry, or military advanced electrical control equipment required.

(Substitution: One year of college education in a relevant technical field may be substituted for each year of experience lacking, up to two years.) Supervisory experience is preferred. In order to function as a transmission system operator, must hold at least one of the following current NERC certifications: Reliability Operator (RC); Balancing, Interchange and Transmission Operator (BT); or Transmission Operator (TO). Must hold a current Transmission System Operator PJM certification

Must be able to work rotating shifts including weekends and holidays. Valid State of Ohio Driver's License required. Supplemental Information The City's guiding principles are as follows: Placing Clevelanders at the Center, Empowering Employees to Do Purposeful Work, Defining Clear and Pragmatic Objectives, Leading with Trust and Transparency, Striving for Equity in All We Do, and Embracing Change.

All City employees are responsible for embracing and carrying out these principles in all that they do.

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