The rewards of careers in the trades
OPPD, M.U.D. partner on the annual Careers in Energy event to show students that utilities offer "a lot of different jobs for a lot of different people."
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Energy news from Omaha Public Power District
Energy news from Omaha Public Power District
Tag: OPPD at work
What It Takes
Crucial group helps restore power, keep crews safe
Distribution system operators have to think quickly, communicate clearly, multitask and solve problems – all while staying calm – to help restore power and ensure the safety of OPPD’s field workers.
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General
Video: OPPD fire brigade helps keep Nebraska City Station safe
The fire brigade at Nebraska City Station must be ready to respond to an emergency with a moment’s notice. any time of the day or night. You can watch members of the brigade in action during their recent annual training.
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What It Takes
From storm recovery to rooftop solar, OPPD’s meter technicians stay busy
Meter techs' jobs will change and expand with the rise of advanced metering infrastructure. “It’s a really exciting time to be getting in this field."
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What It Takes
Relay specialists help keep the electrical system safe and reliable
OPPD's relay specialists build, program and maintain the relays, or switches, that protect the utility's substation and power plant equipment.
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How Does That Work?
Video: Climbing a core skill for OPPD lineworkers
Lineworkers climb in all types of weather, lugging up to 20 pounds of tools with them to maintain or repair power lines or to restore power.
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