Salary: $35.64 - $53.46 Hourly
Location : Energy Resources Operations Center (EROC) (Electric & Gas), 628 Albemarle Ave, Rocky Mount, NC, NC
Job Type: Full-Time
Job Number:Department: Energy Resources
Opening Date: 11/05/2026
Closing Date: 12/3/2026 11:59 PM Eastern
Work Schedule: 7:00am-3:30pm, Monday - Friday
FLSA Status: Non-Exempt
Pay Range: 21
DESCRIPTION OF WORKTo perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform the essential job functions satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the primary job functions herein described. Since every duty associated with this position may not be described herein, employees may be required to perform duties not specifically spelled out in the job description, but which may be reasonably considered to be incidental in the performing of their duties just as though they were actually written out in this job description.
JOB SUMMARY: Provides technical and engineering support for the planning, design, operation, and maintenance of electric distribution and substation systems. Utilizes engineering and Energy Resources software to analyze system data, support system planning, prepare technical studies and reports, develop switching orders, and assist with distribution and substation projects. Maintains in-house software and licensing. Supports system reliability, safety, operational, and technological needs through coordination with field personnel and system operations.
JOB REQUIREMENTS- Provides technical support for and maintains Energy Resources department software applications, including GIS, OMS, CMS Dispatch, and other related systems; monitors system functionality, assists with system configuration and troubleshooting, maintains system data and interfaces.
- Develops, prepares, and coordinates distribution and subtransmission switching orders; reviews switching plans for accuracy and operational safety, communicates switching instructions to appropriate personnel, coordinates with field and system operations staff.
- Utilizes electric distribution system software and related applications to support short- and long-term system analysis and planning; evaluates system data and operational information to identify system needs and assists with the development and implementation of distribution system modifications.
- Assist with the development, preparation, and implementation of drawings and specifications for the construction, expansion, operation and maintenance of the electric distribution and substation systems.
- Works with department work groups on economic development projects. Including renewables program, large load application process, and emerging technologies.
- Examines voltage regulators, reclosures, and fixed or switched capacitor banks for
- performance, setting, and desired locations on the electric distribution system.
- Performs other related duties as assigned.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONSEducation and Experience:- A degree in a course of study related to the occupational field.
- One (1) years' experience in a related field of work.
- Or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
Special Qualifications:- Possession of or ability to readily obtain a valid driver's license issued by the State of North Carolina for the type of vehicle or equipment operated.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES REQUIREMENTS- Skill in the interpretation and application of federal, state, and local policies, codes, and laws.
- Skill in analyzing problems and identifying solutions.
- Skill in preparing clear and accurate reports.
- Skill in establishing cooperative and productive working relationships.
- Skill in evaluating and establishing written policies and procedures.
- Skill in setting priorities for competing projects.
- Skill in performing mathematical calculations.
- Skill in operating computers and other standard office equipment.
- Skill in interpersonal relations.
- Skill in oral and written communication.
SUPERVISORY AND MANAGEMENT RESPONSIBILITIES:NONEPHYSICAL DEMANDS- Work is medium work which requires exerting up to 50 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 30 pounds of force frequently, and/or up to 10 pounds of force constantly to move objects Additionally, the following physical abilities are required:
- Balancing: Maintaining body equilibrium to prevent falling while walking, standing, or crouching on narrow, slippery, or erratically moving surfaces. The amount of balancing exceeds that needed for ordinary locomotion and maintenance of body equilibrium.
- Climbing: Ascending or descending ladders, stairs, scaffolding, ramps, poles and the like, using feet and legs and/or hands and arms. Body agility is emphasized.
- Crouching: Bending the body downward and forward by bending leg and spine.
- Grasping: Applying pressure to an object with the fingers and palm.
- Handling: Picking, holding, or otherwise working, primarily with the whole hand
- Kneeling: Bending legs at knee to come to a rest on knee or knees.
- Lifting: Raising objects from a lower to a higher position or moving objects horizontally from position-to-position. It occurs to a considerable degree and requires substantial use of upper extremities and back muscles.
- Mental Acuity: Ability to make rational decisions through sound logic and deductive processes.
- Pulling: Using upper extremities to exert force to draw, haul or tug objects in a sustained motion.
- Pushing: Using upper extremities to press against something with steady force to thrust forward, downward, or outward.
- Reaching: Extending hand(s) and arm(s) in any direction.
- Repetitive Motion: Substantial movements (motions) of the wrist, hands, and/or fingers.
- Speaking: Expressing or exchanging ideas by means of the spoken word including the ability to convey detailed or important spoken instructions to other workers accurately and concisely.
- Standing: Particularly for sustained periods of time.
- Stooping: Bending body downward and forward by bending spine at the waist. Occurs to a considerable degree and requires full motion of the lower extremities and back muscles.
- Talking: Expressing or exchanging ideas by means of the spoken word including those activities in which they must convey detailed or important spoken instructions to other workers accurately, loudly, or quickly.
- Visual Acuity: Have close visual acuity to perform an activity like preparing and analyzing data and figures; transcribing; viewing a computer terminal; and/or extensive reading.
- Visual Acuity 4: Have visual acuity to operate motor vehicles and/or heavy equipment.
- Visual Acuity 5: Have close visual acuity to perform an activity such as: visual inspection involving small defects, small parts, operation of machines; using measurement devices; and/or assembly or fabrication parts at distances close to the eyes.
- Walking: Moving about on foot to accomplish tasks, particularly for long distances or moving from one work site to another.
WORK ENVIRONMENT:- The work is typically performed in an office and outdoors. The employee is exposed to noise, dust, dirt, grease, and occasional cold or inclement weather. The work may require the use of protective devices, such as masks, goggles, or gloves.
Full time jobs are provided Benefits.
Benefit information can be found on the City's website
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What is your highest educational degree obtained?
- High School Degree of GED (Equivalent)
- Associate degree
- Baccalaureate Degree or Above
- None of the above
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What is your level specialized training working as an Associate Electrical Engineer?
- No experience
- Apprenticeship only
- Specialized Training in this position
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What is your level of work experience in this field.
- No experience
- Less than 1 year
- 1 year; but less than 3
- 3 years; but less than 5
- 5 or more years
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Do you have a Valid NC driver's license?
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Do you possess a valid Engineer in Training (EIT) certification or Professional Engineer (PE) license?
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How many years' experiences do you have as an Electrical Engineer for an electric power company?
- No experience
- Less than 1 year
- 1 year; but less than 3
- 3 years; but less than 5
- 5 or more years
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Do you reside within acceptable reception and transmission range of the City's 800 MHz radio system (approximately 20 miles)?
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