POWER SYSTEM OPERATIONS TECHNICIAN II

Power System Operations Technician IILocation: Veazie (Graham Station)Reports To: Superintendent, Power Systems Technical DeptPosition Status: Exempt, Non-Bargaining UnitBe a part of the team that is transforming the power industry of northern and eastern Maine.Versant Power is building on our 100-year history of delivering efficient, safe and reliable electricity service to customers in northern and eastern Maine. We never lose sight of safety, quality, integrity and innovation.We are committed to our dedicated people, who inspire us every day to deliver something more powerful than power alone.Position Overview:Under the direction of the Superintendent, Power Systems Technical Dept. incumbent is responsible for managing and maintaining the Cascade Data Base software system, LAN software application, compiling and analyzing electrical system data, managing electrical inventory management, and other Electrical Department administrative functions.Essential Functions:Manages the Cascade Data Base software package.Assists with the development and implementation of software programs and implementation to improve departmental efficiency.Becomes familiar with the Electrical Department LAN and associated software packages.Provides technical support to supervisors for the LAN and associated application software packages.Acts as primary backup on Scada Master Software and assists Electrical Engineering with software maintenance.Manages the Electrical Department stock system.Receives and inspects new electrical equipment for both capital and O&M improvements and accurately processes received reports and associated equipment records.Assists with the compiling and interpretation of equipment test data and associated report generation.Assists with the compiling and interpretation of monthly substation readings.Becomes familiar with the account number system associated with both capital and O & M functions and assists with departmental compliance for time cards, meal slips, requisitions, cost estimates, etc.Reviews and updates monthly inside/outside repair list based on supervisor feedback and monthly substation readings.Serves as a departmental interface for equipment data requests generated from both inside and outside the Company.Assists with electrical equipment specifications and procurement.Provides administrative backup and support to the Department Superintendent, Assistant Superintendent, and Meter Technical Supervisor.Additional Responsibilities:Special projects as assigned.Other related duties as assigned, including designated duties associated with Storm Restoration.Required or Preferred Education, Certifications, Experience, Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:Minimum of a two-year degree in an electrical or computer discipline is preferred.Experience with LAN environment and substation equipment preferred.Position requires initiative and decision making with a minimum of supervision.Position requires identity verification and seven-year criminal background check with update at least every seven years pursuant to NERC standards.Physical and Mental Job Requirements:Position requires intermittent sitting, standing, walking, and driving.Position requires excellent oral and written communication skillsPosition requires lifting up to 50 pounds.Position requires a current Maine Driver's License.Non-Bargaining Unit, Regular and Term employees who have at least six (6) months satisfactory job performance and attendance records in their current job are eligible to apply for posted positions.Job description is subject to change at any time.Versant Power is a tobacco-free, drug-free, and fragrance-free workplace.Versant Power is an equal opportunity employer.