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PPL Corporation

Sr Project Manager EU

Allentown, PA · On-site

... portfolio of large PPL Electric Utilities capital projects (Transmission, Distribution and ... In addition, she/he must excel at project planning, organizing, communication, team motivation and ...

PPL Corporation

Project Manager-EU

Allentown, PA · Hybrid

... large PPL Electric Utilities capital projects (Transmission, Distribution and Substation ... In addition, she/he must excel at project planning, organizing, communication, team motivation and ...

PPL Corporation

Project Manager

Allentown, PA · On-site

... large PPL Electric Utilities capital projects (Transmission, Distribution and Substation ... In addition, she/he must excel at project planning, organizing, communication, team motivation and ...

PPL Corporation

Project Manager-EU

Allentown, PA · On-site

... large PPL Electric Utilities capital projects (Transmission, Distribution and Substation ... In addition, she/he must excel at project planning, organizing, communication, team motivation and ...

PPL Corporation

Project Manager

Allentown, PA · On-site

... large PPL Electric Utilities capital projects (Transmission, Distribution and Substation ... In addition, she/he must excel at project planning, organizing, communication, team motivation and ...

PPL Corporation

Project Manager-EU

Allentown, PA · On-site

... large PPL Electric Utilities capital projects (Transmission, Distribution and Substation ... In addition, she/he must excel at project planning, organizing, communication, team motivation and ...

PPL Corporation

Sr Project Manager EU

Allentown, PA · On-site

... portfolio of large PPL Electric Utilities capital projects (Transmission, Distribution and ... In addition, she/he must excel at project planning, organizing, communication, team motivation and ...

PPL Corporation

Project Manager

Allentown, PA · On-site

... large PPL Electric Utilities capital projects (Transmission, Distribution and Substation ... In addition, she/he must excel at project planning, organizing, communication, team motivation and ...

PPL Corporation

Project Manager

Allentown, PA

... large PPL Electric Utilities capital projects (Transmission, Distribution and Substation ... In addition, she/he must excel at project planning, organizing, communication, team motivation and ...

PPL Corporation

Project Manager-EU

Allentown, PA · On-site

... large PPL Electric Utilities capital projects (Transmission, Distribution and Substation ... In addition, she/he must excel at project planning, organizing, communication, team motivation and ...

PPL Corporation

Construction Lead

Allentown, PA · On-site

... planning and coordination, and site risk identification and mitigation. Must be a team player ... PPL EU functional groups such as Siting / Permitting, Right of Way, Environmental and Transmission ...

PPL Corporation

Construction Lead

Allentown, PA · On-site

... planning and coordination, and site risk identification and mitigation. Must be a team player ... PPL EU functional groups such as Siting / Permitting, Right of Way, Environmental and Transmission ...

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Do workers at PPL get paid breaks?

Yes. Most people get paid breaks.
69% of people say they get paid breaks.
Based on data from 29 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and May 2026.

Does PPL pay people when they’re sick?

Sometimes. Only some people get paid when they’re sick.
40% of people say they wouldn’t get paid if they were sick but scheduled to work.
Based on data from 43 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and May 2026.

At PPL, are sick days and vacation days separate paid time off?

Sick days and vacation days are separate paid time off.
69% of people say they don’t have to use vacation days when they’re out sick.
Based on data from 13 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between May 2025 and April 2026.

Is the health insurance from PPL affordable enough for their workers?

Most people say the health insurance costs are okay.
89% of people say the health insurance costs are okay
Based on data from 18 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between March 2025 and April 2026.

Do people get paid time off at PPL?

Some people get paid time off from work.
36% of people say they don’t get paid time off.
Based on data from 22 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between May 2025 and May 2026.

How far ahead of time do people find out their work schedule?

Most people find out their schedule less than four weeks ahead of time.
  • 79% of people with changing schedules find out their shifts one week or less ahead of time.
  • 7% of people with changing schedules find out their shifts two weeks ahead of time.
  • 0% of people with changing schedules find out their shifts three weeks ahead of time.
  • 14% of people with changing schedules find out their shifts four weeks or more ahead of time.

Based on data from 14 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and February 2026.

Do workers at PPL worry about hours?

Most people don’t worry about getting enough hours.
84% of people report they don’t worry about getting enough hours.
Based on data from 32 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and February 2026.

Do PPL workers get to choose the shifts they work?

Most people don’t get to choose which shifts they work.
68% report that they don’t have enough control over which shifts they work.
Based on data from 25 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and February 2026.

How easy is it for PPL workers to change shifts?

Some people find it hard to change shifts.
52% of people report that it’s hard to change shifts if they need to.
Based on data from 21 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and February 2026.

How easy is it to get time off at PPL?

Some people find it hard to get time off.
44% of people report it’s hard to get time off.
Based on data from 36 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and May 2026.

Do PPL managers change schedules at the last minute?

Most managers don’t change people’s schedules at the last minute.
88% of people say their manager doesn’t change their shift schedule at the last minute.
Based on data from 32 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and February 2026.

Do jobs at PPL spill into time workers aren’t paid for?

Sometimes. The job can spill into unpaid time.
35% of people report that their job takes up time that they don’t get paid for.
Based on data from 34 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and February 2026.

How easy is it to take sick days at PPL?

Most people find it easy to take sick days.
74% of people report that it’s easy to take time off if they are sick.
Based on data from 39 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and May 2026.

Is working at PPL good if you’re a parent or caregiver?

Most parents and caregivers say this is a good place to work.
67% of people who care for a child or other relative report this is a good place to work.
Based on data from 24 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and April 2026.

Do people at PPL feel treated with respect by their managers?

Most people feel treated with respect by their managers.
67% of people say they’re treated with respect by their managers.
Based on data from 39 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and May 2026.

Do people at PPL get to take their breaks without interruption?

Only some people get breaks without interruption.
46% of people report that their breaks get interrupted.
Based on data from 28 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and May 2026.

Is it stressful to work at PPL?

Some people feel stressed here.
61% of people say they often feel stressed at work.
Based on data from 41 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and May 2026.

Do people at PPL enjoy their jobs?

Most people enjoy their job.
78% of people report they enjoy their job.
Based on data from 40 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and May 2026.

Do people at PPL recommend working with their team?

Only some people recommend working with their team.
52% of people report that they wouldn’t recommend working with their immediate team to a friend.
Based on data from 46 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and May 2026.

Do people get enough training when they start at PPL?

Some people didn’t get enough training when they started.
37% of people report they didn’t get enough training when they started working here.
Based on data from 43 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and May 2026.

Do people get support to advance at PPL?

Only some people are given support to advance their career here.
In the last year, 57% of people report not being given support to advance their career here.
Based on data from 37 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and May 2026.

Do people think PPL’s headquarters understands what’s happening where they work?

Most people think headquarters doesn’t understand what’s happening where they work.
84% of people think that this employer’s headquarters or owners don’t have a good understanding of what’s really happening where they work.
Based on data from 38 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and May 2026.

Do workers feel well informed about how PPL is doing?

Only some people feel well informed about how the company is doing.
56% of people feel that they aren’t kept well informed about how the company is doing as a whole.
Based on data from 39 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and May 2026.

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Infographic showing various Transmission Planner job openings at Ppl in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 4% Internship, 81% Full Time, 10% Part Time, 4% Temporary, and 1% Nights. Highlights an 94% Physical, 5% Hybrid, and 1% Remote job distribution.

Distribution System Operator

PPL Corporation

Allentown, PA • On-site

Full-time

Re-posted 28 days ago

PPL rating

6.8

Company rating: 6.8 out of 10

Based on 46 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

44th of 53 rated energy and utility

Job description

Company Summary Statement
PPL Electric Utilities delivers safe, reliable and affordable electricity to more than 1.4 million homes and businesses throughout its 29-county service territory in eastern and central Pennsylvania. Through smart investments and innovation, it has built one of the most advanced electric grids in the United States. And, with over a century of expertise, PPL Electric remains focused on continuing to build the utility of the future, today. Regularly ranking among the country's best utility companies for reliability and customer satisfaction, PPL Electric has won numerous awards, including 30 J.D. Power Awards for providing top-quality service to residential and business customers. PPL Electric is a major employer and an active supporter of the communities it serves. Empowering employees, community members and initiatives across its service territory through volunteerism and investments in organizations that support education, sustainability, and wellbeing.
Overview
Under general direction, responsible for the more complex directed single and three-phase switching and customer restoration efforts. Works independently with minimal guidance using knowledge of the PPL Permit and Tag process, T&D Operating Instructions, and departmental guidelines. May provide guidance and direction to other PPL employees to support production of high quality, timely and cost-effective restoration of electrical service.
Must be willing to work rotating shifts!
#INDPPL
Responsibilities
  • Evaluates and controls the status of all PPL Electric Utilities (PPLEU) transmission, distribution, and substation equipment. Properly documents maintenance and emergent work activities, as well as system problems. Reports any major system problems or customer interruptions as appropriate.
  • Prepares more complex directed single and three-phase switching and tagging activities in support of maintenance or restorative services. Ensure familiarity with all jobs currently in progress to ensure safe work conditions for field crews and the public.
  • Prepares and analyzes load transfers on both the distribution and the transmission systems to prevent overload damage to
  • PPL EU facilities and to restore customer load in the minimum time possible.
  • Enhances the accuracy of operational tools through the on-going revision of primary operating maps, static map boards, computer models, and Operating Instructions.
  • Execute Emergency Load Control Procedures to maintain system integrity under emergency conditions up to and including the shedding of firm load, independent of management direction.
  • Directs certain activities of Distribution Operations, Relay Test, and other departments, utilizing via 3-part communications to effectively and clearly communicate planned work steps and ensure full understanding of orders issued.
  • Provides functional advice or training to less-experienced System Operators or System Dispatchers. Acts as a resource for colleagues with less experience. May direct the work of other staff members.
  • Increases and applies knowledge of the PPL Permit and Tag process to plan work activities to minimize customer and equipment outage time and maximize employee safety.
  • Required to do shift work and to work overtime.
  • Physical presence in the office/on-site to engage in face-to-face interaction and coordination of work among direct reports and co-workers.
  • May be assigned an Electric Utilities emergency and storm role. This is a special assignment that comes into play during storms and other emergencies when the company needs to restore power or respond to other issues affecting customer service. This role may necessitate the need to work after-hours, outside of your normal schedule.

Qualifications
Candidate Qualifications
Candidates must meet the basic qualifications and pass all required tests or assessments to receive consideration. In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employment eligibility form upon hire.
Basic Qualifications
  • High School Diploma or Equivalent GED
  • Experience in the theory and application of basic electrical principles
  • Must be willing to do shift work and work overtime
  • Pre-employment testing is required: PSP psychological testing
  • Successful completion of the formal System Operator Training School and "on-the-job" Training programs is required
  • Basic Computer Skills

Preferred Qualifications
  • Minimum of three years in a skilled field electrical or line crew position
  • Experience in the application and use of an energy control process
  • Demonstrated ability to organize and analyze data and apply sound reasoning and judgment in developing appropriate solutions to operation of the system under normal and emergency conditions
  • Ability and initiative to organize and direct a number of concurrent activities, under extreme pressure
  • A high degree of personal discipline and respect for preparing accurate data, permits, switching orders, and other reports
  • Ability to work independently, without supervision, and as a member of a group
  • Effective written and oral communication skills
  • Effective interpersonal skills

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