Michael Weisenberger
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Summary
Dynamic Senior System Operator with extensive experience at Tri-State Generation and Transmission, adept at BES monitoring and regulatory compliance. Proven track record in generation coordination and customer service, successfully mitigating N-1 violations while training new team members. Strong problem-solving skills and a commitment to operational excellence drive my contributions to team success.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
Work History
Senior System Operator
Associated Electric Cooperative, Inc.
Springfield
04.2022 - Current
- Monitor the BES, ACE, line loading, and e-tags. Ensure compliance with NERC and AECI standards. Collaborated with team members to monitor the reliability of the BES.
- I came to AECI as a new hire System Operator and became a Senior System Operator in 1 year and 8 months.
- Transmission Operator monitor line loading and congestion potential. Work with RC and the member G&Ts to curtail generation or reconfigure the system to mitigate N-1 or real-time violations.
- Balancing Operator monitors and directs generating units, follows scheduled load, and approves/denies e-tags to maintain 0 ACE, maintain CPS score, and avoid BAAL violation.
- Provide excellent customer service to member G&Ts.
- Assisted in training new team members on AECI standards and procedures.
Senior System Operator
Tri-State Generation and Transmission
Westminster
01.2012 - 04.2022
- Monitor the BES for line loading, equipment status, and maintain voltage to nominal or 3% above. Ensure compliance with NREC and Tri-State standards.
- Coordinate switching and outage requests with member COOPs, other interconnected utilities, and within Tri-State.
- Prepare, approve, direct, and coordinate routine and emergency switching to include issuing clearances and other protective orders to field personnel, member systems, and coordinate with other interconnected utilities.
- Collaborated with engineers and technicians to troubleshoot and switch equipment, ensuring minimal disruption to members.
- Assisted with training activities of new employees, Transmission System Operators, and Transmission System Operator trainees.
- Maintained accurate logs and records, ensuring compliance with company policies, and regulatory requirements.
Power Plant Operator
Colorado Springs Utilities
Colorado Springs
01.2009 - 01.2012
- Assisted and monitored the operations of three separate coal-generating units. Maintained state and federal emissions standards.
- Conducted routine inspections and maintenance tasks, ensuring that plant equipment operated at peak performance.
- Performed lockout/tagout procedures to ensure a safe work environment for other trades.
- Assisted in the installation and commissioning of equipment, ensuring adherence to specifications and safety standards.
Education
Associate of Arts -
Iowa Central Community College
Fort Dodge, IA05-1989
Skills
- NERC RC201012035 certificate
- 3-part Communication
- BES monitoring
- Regulatory compliance
- Line loading analysis
- Generation coordination
- E-tag management
- Customer service
- Problem solving
- Team collaboration
- Writing Switching Requests
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Senior System Operator
Associated Electric Cooperative, Inc.
04.2022 - Current
Senior System Operator
Tri-State Generation and Transmission
01.2012 - 04.2022
Power Plant Operator
Colorado Springs Utilities
01.2009 - 01.2012
Associate of Arts -
Iowa Central Community College
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