Power System Operator

Role: Power System Operator

Location: Fergus Falls, Minnesota

Description:

At Otter Tail Power Company, our employees support the communities we serve by producing reliable, affordable, and environmentally responsible electricity. Everyone has an important role in accomplishing these objectives! In the Power System Operator role, the PSO duties include Transmission System Operator and Local Balancing Authority Operator responsibilities. Additional job duties include:

• Work a rotating 12-hour shift schedule, with strict adherence to the PSO work schedule
• Each role has full authority to independently operate the OTP and integrated electrical transmission system and balancing authority in a safe, reliable, impartial manner, while being governed by OTP, MISO, MRO, NERC, and FERC policies and standards.

Qualifications:

We’re seeking candidates with a wide range of skills who are motivated to maintain high standards of operations in order to provide both the company and the regional grid with highly reliable service while aligning with our core values: Integrity, Community, Safety, Resourcefulness, Customer Service and People. Some examples of what we are looking for include:

• Candidates must possess strong communication skills and are required to be fluent in the English language. Along with strong organizational, mathematical skills, and understanding of electrical fundamentals related to power system operation.
• Ability to process dynamic information while solving complex problems
• AAS degree with five years of experience or a bachelor’s degree with three years of experience preferred
• Education and experience in roles related to the distribution and transmission of electrical energy are preferred, specifically Lineworker, Electrical Technician trades, & Generation Operations.
• The successful candidate must obtain NERC System Operator Certification (via examination) within six months of the date of hire and maintain the NERC Certification via continuing education.
• The successful candidate will be required to establish primary residence within 30 miles of Fergus Falls, MN.

Offering:

We believe employment is a partnership and we expect excellence from our talented employees. To support our employees and help drive their career experience and goals.

• Competitive wage & benefit package.
• The expected offer for this role is $92,000 – $128,000 annually. Actual base compensation will vary based on factors relevant to the position.
• Employee Stock Ownership options
• Retirement Savings Fund with employer match
• Health, disability and life insurance plan options
• Our employees are provided training and development opportunities each year, including education reimbursement. This includes safety – one of our values and key to our success – technical, compliance and developmental training.
• Career development is critical to our long-term success. Otter Tail Power employees have opportunities to participate in various leadership development programs, gain access to an a la carte online leadership course catalog, receive mentorship from current leaders and more!
• Mental health support from the experts at SupportLinc as well as competitive vacation and sick leave to ensure employees are at their best when they’re working.

To apply, visit our careers page at www.otpco.com. Applications accepted through May 11, 2026.

This role is not eligible for visa sponsorship at this time.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.

Salary : $92,000 - $128,000