1. Real Time Dispatch and Load Management Monitor real time dispatch of power plants to ensure compliance to WESM RTD schedule Coordinate with power plants regarding activities affecting plant capacities Coordinate with NGCP regarding factors affecting delivery of power to the grid & deviations from schedule Coordinate with customers regarding activities affecting their demand Coordinate with PEMC on Market updates affecting loading of power plants Coordinate with Trading Group on changes in plant capabilities Ensure optimization of plant dispatch considering WESM prices, grid status, system frequency, etc. Monitor hourly load of plants during Market Suspension events to ensure that sufficient power is delivered to all GCGI/EDC customers. Anticipate power needs such as those caused by changes in weather, outages of other generating plants and transmission & distribution lines, substations, and feeders
2. Power Plant and Grid Data Management and Analysis: Monitor and record readings at the CDO control room pilot board. Record relevant operational events/activities/communications for reference. Assist in monthly PNI justifications
3. Other Functions: Initial coordination with plant operations regarding scheduled shutdowns and derations. Preparation of regular reports as required. Preparation of purchase requisitions and work orders necessary in maintaining the high reliability of the SCADA hardware system and meters