Power Distributors and Dispatchers
Coordinate, regulate, or distribute electricity or steam.
SOC: 51-8012.00
Common Job Titles
- Power System Dispatcher
- Power System Operator
- Systems Operator
- Transmission System Operator (TSO)
Wage Data According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics
Annual wage data for Power Distributors and Dispatchers (2024)
Estimated Total Employment (U.S.)
9,180
Wage Distribution by Percentile
Line chart of annual wages by percentile. U.S. is the solid line. 10th percentile: U.S. $70,760. 25th percentile: U.S. $91,670. 50th percentile: U.S. $107,240. 75th percentile: U.S. $128,690. 90th percentile: U.S. $144,900. Use the left and right arrow keys to move between percentiles.
- U.S.
| Metric | U.S. |
|---|---|
| 10% of workers earn the following or less | $70,760 |
| 10% of workers earn the following or more | $144,900 |
| Workers on average earn | $109,620 |
+ indicates wage is at or above the BLS reporting cap ($239,200/year)
Skills & Requirements
Key competencies for this occupation, ranked by importance
- English Language3.9/5
- Public Safety and Security3.7/5
- Mathematics3.5/5
- Computers and Electronics3.5/5
- Telecommunications3.5/5
Tools & Technology
Equipment and software commonly used in this occupation
In-Demand Technology
Frequently requested by employers in job postings
- Microsoft Access
- Microsoft Excel
- Microsoft Office software
- Microsoft Outlook
- Microsoft PowerPoint
- Microsoft Word
- SAP software
Technology Skills
- ABB MicroSCADA Pro DMS
- ABB MicroSCADA Pro SYS
- ABB PSGuard
- Catapult Software iPower SCADA
- Distribution automation system software
- Distribution management system DMS
- Energy management system EMS
- Geographic information system GIS software
Tools & Equipment
- Integrated power system switchboards
- Mainframe computers
- Multi-metering switchboards
- Panelboard switches
- Panelboards