<h2>More than a career - a chance to make a difference in people's lives.</h2>Build an exciting, rewarding career with us – help us make a difference for millions of people every day. Consider joining the Duke Energy team, where you'll find a friendly work environment, opportunities for growth and development, recognition for your work, and competitive pay and benefits.<h2>Position Summary:</h2>This position is the first level of the System Operator classification hierarchy.The Associate System Operator is a trainee position that has the responsibility with limited direct supervision to develop advanced knowledge, skills, and abilities necessary to obtain the credentials, professional competencies, and intellectual capability required and defined in the Duke Energy System Operator Qualification Program (SOQP). Employees will obtain/maintain NERC System Operator certification and obtain all required job task verifications required by the System Operator position. The System Operator monitors bulk electric system parameters such as system load, frequency, voltage, line flows, transformer flows, voltages, etcetera via the Energy Management System and other systems and has the responsibility and accountability to ensure the electric system meets demand while being operated within defined parameters.The Associate System Operator will not independently operate on the BES until they have obtained the required and appropriate credentials (NERC Certification and functional job task verification). Prior to obtaining these required credentials, the Associate System Operator will be partnered with a System Operator I or higher while working at a functional console. They do not make independent operational decisions that could affect the bulk electric system until they are appropriately credentialed.The Associate System Operator training program requires flexible scheduling that includes the ability to work 24x7 shift rotation, shift change debriefing in addition to regular 40-hour work weeks. Upon completion of training program, incumbent will move through System Operator hierarchy to positions of increasing responsibilities.<h2>Responsibilities:</h2><ul><li>Obtains job task verification by continually improving job-related, technical and professional advanced knowledge, skills and performance utilizing discretion and judgment.</li><li>With limited direct supervision, prepares for and successfully passes the NERC system operator certification examination and obtains required functional job task verification utilizing discretion and judgment.</li><li>Successfully completes all training requirements - including those required by Electric Reliability Organization (ERO) Standards as well as any regional/local operator certification, such as PJM.</li></ul><h2>Basic Qualifications</h2><ul><li>Technical Degree</li><li>In Lieu of Degree, High School / GED and 2 years minimum required related experience</li></ul><h2>Additional Preferred Qualifications</h2><ul><li>4 year degree in engineering or related technical subject</li><li>Advanced knowledge of basic system operations and equipment</li><li>NERC System Operator Certification</li><li>Regional or local system operator certification/job task verification</li></ul><h2>Working Conditions</h2><ul><li>Onsite Mobility Classification – Work will be performed at a designated company facility.</li><li>Ability to work in a 24 X 7 rotating shift schedule or typical office hours</li></ul><h2>Specific Requirements</h2><ul><li>Two-year technical degree or 2 to 4 years relevant work experience</li></ul>Travel Requirements5-15%<h3>Relocation Assistance Provided (as applicable)</h3>Yes<h3>Represented/Union Position</h3>No<h3>Visa Sponsored Position</h3>NoPosting Expiration DateTuesday, September 2, 2025All job postings expire at 12:01 AM on the posting expiration date.<h3>Please note that in order to be considered for this position, you must possess all of the basic/required qualifications.</h3><a href="https://www.duke-energy.com/legal/privacy">Privacy</a><a href="https://www.duke-energy.com/legal/ccpa-opt-out-request-form">Do Not Sell My Personal Information (CA)</a><a href="https://www.duke-energy.com/legal/terms-of-use">Terms of Use</a><a href="https://www.duke-energy.com/customer-service/accessibility">Accessibility</a>

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<div id="ember59" class="ember-view organization-about-module__content-consistant-cards-description">Duke Energy, a Fortune 150 company headquartered in Charlotte, N.C., is one of America&rsquo;s largest energy holding companies. The company&rsquo;s electric utilities serve 8.4 million customers in North Carolina, South Carolina, Florida, Indiana, Ohio and Kentucky, and collectively own 54,800 megawatts of energy capacity. Its natural gas utilities serve 1.7 million customers in North Carolina, South Carolina, Tennessee, Ohio and Kentucky. Duke Energy is executing an ambitious clean energy transition, keeping reliability, affordability and accessibility at the forefront as the company works toward net-zero methane emissions from its natural gas business by 2030 and net-zero carbon emissions from electricity generation by 2050. The company is investing in major electric grid upgrades and cleaner generation, including expanded energy storage, renewables, natural gas and nuclear. Our team is available Monday to Friday from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. EST. If you suspect an emergency, please call 911.</div>
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Associate System Operator

<h2>More than a career - a chance to make a difference in people's lives.</h2>Build an exciting, rewarding career with us – help us make a difference for millions of people every day. Consider joining the Duke Energy team, where you'll find a friendly work environment, opportunities for growth and development, recognition for your work, and competitive pay and benefits.<h2>Position Summary:</h2>This position is the first level of the System Operator classification hierarchy.The Associate System Operator is a trainee position that has the responsibility with limited direct supervision to develop advanced knowledge, skills, and abilities necessary to obtain the credentials, professional competencies, and intellectual capability required and defined in the Duke Energy System Operator Qualification Program (SOQP). Employees will obtain/maintain NERC System Operator certification and obtain all required job task verifications required by the System Operator position. The System Operator monitors bulk electric system parameters such as system load, frequency, voltage, line flows, transformer flows, voltages, etcetera via the Energy Management System and other systems and has the responsibility and accountability to ensure the electric system meets demand while being operated within defined parameters.The Associate System Operator will not independently operate on the BES until they have obtained the required and appropriate credentials (NERC Certification and functional job task verification). Prior to obtaining these required credentials, the Associate System Operator will be partnered with a System Operator I or higher while working at a functional console. They do not make independent operational decisions that could affect the bulk electric system until they are appropriately credentialed.The Associate System Operator training program requires flexible scheduling that includes the ability to work 24x7 shift rotation, shift change debriefing in addition to regular 40-hour work weeks. Upon completion of training program, incumbent will move through System Operator hierarchy to positions of increasing responsibilities.<h2>Responsibilities:</h2><ul><li>Obtains job task verification by continually improving job-related, technical and professional advanced knowledge, skills and performance utilizing discretion and judgment.</li><li>With limited direct supervision, prepares for and successfully passes the NERC system operator certification examination and obtains required functional job task verification utilizing discretion and judgment.</li><li>Successfully completes all training requirements - including those required by Electric Reliability Organization (ERO) Standards as well as any regional/local operator certification, such as PJM.</li></ul><h2>Basic Qualifications</h2><ul><li>Technical Degree</li><li>In Lieu of Degree, High School / GED and 2 years minimum required related experience</li></ul><h2>Additional Preferred Qualifications</h2><ul><li>4 year degree in engineering or related technical subject</li><li>Advanced knowledge of basic system operations and equipment</li><li>NERC System Operator Certification</li><li>Regional or local system operator certification/job task verification</li></ul><h2>Working Conditions</h2><ul><li>Onsite Mobility Classification – Work will be performed at a designated company facility.</li><li>Ability to work in a 24 X 7 rotating shift schedule or typical office hours</li></ul><h2>Specific Requirements</h2><ul><li>Two-year technical degree or 2 to 4 years relevant work experience</li></ul>Travel Requirements5-15%<h3>Relocation Assistance Provided (as applicable)</h3>Yes<h3>Represented/Union Position</h3>No<h3>Visa Sponsored Position</h3>NoPosting Expiration DateTuesday, September 2, 2025All job postings expire at 12:01 AM on the posting expiration date.<h3>Please note that in order to be considered for this position, you must possess all of the basic/required qualifications.</h3><a href="https://www.duke-energy.com/legal/privacy">Privacy</a><a href="https://www.duke-energy.com/legal/ccpa-opt-out-request-form">Do Not Sell My Personal Information (CA)</a><a href="https://www.duke-energy.com/legal/terms-of-use">Terms of Use</a><a href="https://www.duke-energy.com/customer-service/accessibility">Accessibility</a>

Associate System Operator

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