The Wire

Energy news from Omaha Public Power District

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Drafters help draw the future for OPPD

Drafters translate engineers' highly technical plans for new development projects into accessible blueprints for the field workers who put every pole, wire and transformer into place.

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Balancing supply and demand

Energy marketers at OPPD work around the clock to help ensure reliable, affordable power for people in OPPD’s service territory and far beyond.

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Helper positions often launching pads

Helper positions can lead to rewarding careers for entry-level employees just out of trade school or professionals making a mid-career switch.

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For chemists at OPPD, attention to detail, problem-solving skills are critical

Chemists play key roles at OPPD's generation plants, helping to ensure the plants are operating safely and effectively.

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Data analysts’ roles increasingly vital

As OPPD undergoes a digital transformation, data analysts must be agile to work with a growing pool of data and rapidly developing technology.

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For customer care representatives, empathy and multitasking are key

OPPD's customer care employees need strong people skills, excellent attention to detail and a desire to keep learning.

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