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PPL Corporation

Dispatcher

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A Dispatcher answers emergency calls and relays information from callers to the appropriate police, fire or ambulance staff. Speaks calmly with callers to get the information needed for emergency personnel. Keeps detailed records of calls and responses.

$49,699 / year median in Pennsylvania

+1% projected growth

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PPL Corporation Keyword Location Search view all jobs Dispatcher - Shift Allentown, PA Posted 93 days ago Apply Now 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 Dispatcher-Shift will work in conjunction with System Operators and appropriate supervisors in contacting, directing, and dispatching personnel to response to service problems and emergencies. This is
NOT A REMOTE POSITION.
Successful candidates must report to PPL's Command Center located in Allentown, PA for every shift. The schedule for this position is a rotating shift and the successful candidates must be available to work nights, weekends and holidays. There is a 30 mile residency requirement for this role (address to be provided if selected for consideration). This is a union position and successful candidates will be members of IBEW Local 1600. Responsibilities Direct and dispatch work crews to appropriate locations according to customer requests, specifications, or needs. Coordinates activities with Distribution and Transmission system operators to ensure the safe and effective use of resources. Informs Distribution and Transmission system operators of critical information to ensure the most effective and safe response to customers. Interact with PPL and contractor crews performing work and restoration on the PPL system in a professional manner. Interact with the 911 centers in a professional manner and ensure all required information is transmitted between the parties to allow PPL and emergency personnel to respond to emergencies in the most efficient and safest way possible. Receives and handles calls during emergency conditions and service interruptions. Performs in a courteous and professional manner while satisfying customer inquiries and complaints, both verbal and written. Promotes high standards of customer and public relations. Calls out, directs and dispatches personnel, secures assistance or requests help from other departments as necessary. Monitor personnel and/or equipment locations and utilization in order to ensure the most effective use of resources. Perform administrative functions. Performs such other related duties as assigned or as necessary. Responds to call-outs as required by company policies and procedures Qualifications
MINIMUM ENTRY REQUIREMENTS
Basic understanding of electrical distribution system. Ability to obtain
NERC/CIP PSP
clearance.. Successful completion of
CRITICALL
test
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
Experience in dispatching work via electronic systems.
MINIMUM ENTRY REQUIREMENTS
Basic understanding of electrical distribution system. Ability to obtain
NERC/CIP PSP
clearance.. Successful completion of
CRITICALL
test
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
Experience in dispatching work via electronic systems. Direct and dispatch work crews to appropriate locations according to customer requests, specifications, or needs. Coordinates activities with Distribution and Transmission system operators to ensure the safe and effective use of resources. Informs Distribution and Transmission system operators of critical information to ensure the most effective and safe response to customers. Interact with PPL and contractor crews performing work and restoration on the PPL system in a professional manner. Interact with the 911 centers in a professional manner and ensure all required information is transmitted between the parties to allow PPL and emergency personnel to respond to emergencies in the most efficient and safest way possible. Receives and handles calls during emergency conditions and service interruptions. Performs in a courteous and professional manner while satisfying customer inquiries and complaints, both verbal and written. Promotes high standards of customer and public relations. Calls out, directs and dispatches personnel, secures assistance or requests help from other departments as necessary. Monitor personnel and/or equipment locations and utilization in order to ensure the most effective use of resources. Perform administrative functions. Performs such other related duties as assigned or as necessary. Responds to call-outs as required by company policies and procedures Remote Work The company reserves the right to determine if this position will be assigned to work on-site, remotely, or a combination of both. Assigned work location may change. In the case of remote work, physical presence in the office/on-site may be required to engage in face-to-face interaction and coordination of work among direct reports and co-workers. Equal Employment Opportunity Our company is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, age, religion, sex, national origin, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identify, genetic information, disability status, or any other protected characteristic. Apply Now Active Filters Dispatcher - Shift Allentown, PA Clear All Powered By Cookie Policy We use cookies to improve your experience on our site. To find out more, read our privacy policy Accept Cookies Decline Cookies