Electrical Technician L1-2, Steam Operations East River Svcs

Overview The Electrical Technician (Instruments and Controls) is responsible for performing the necessary testing, repairing, and preventative maintenance on hydraulic, pneumatic, electrical and electronic control systems and instrumentation along with ensuring safe and efficient steam plant operations. They will also handle projects involving the implementation of design changes, major maintenance activities, including fuel systems, chemical treatment systems, and auxiliary equipment systems. "This position does not provide employment pursuant to the terms of a STEM OPT Training Plan." Responsibilities Core Responsibilities Technicians will cultivate a working knowledge of industrial instrumentation, water treatment systems, high voltage switchgears, switchyard equipment operation and maintenance, as well as conduit installation practices. Technicians are responsible for performing necessary testing, repairs, and preventative maintenance on various systems (i.e. hydraulic, pneumatic, electrical etc.) Technicians handle projects involving implementation of design changes and major maintenance activities (including fuel systems, chemical treatment systems, and auxiliary equipment systems). Technicians also use a variety of electrical and electronic test equipment. Technicians are valuable team members and are expected to work well with others as well as independently at times. Qualifications Required Education/Experience Associate's Degree AAS in Electrical Technology or High School Diploma/GED and 4 Years Equivalent Work Experience Preferred Education/Experience Bachelor's Degree Electrical Engineering Licenses and Certifications Driver's License Required Physical Demands Ability to respond to system emergencies Able to work in all weather conditions, i.e. excessive heat and/or cold Perform heavy manual labor, i.e. push, pull, and lift up to 50lbs Ability to carry tools and materials when climbing ladders and scaffolds, and entering confined spaces Ability to work in adverse conditions that include, noise, confined spaces, and high elevations Ability to climb ladders and stairs Ability to work on elevated platforms, scaffolds, catwalks, roofs, and/or other equipment Ability to work in inclement weather and adverse conditions (i.e., excessive heat, cold, noise, confined spaces) Ability to work with, and in, the vicinity of high voltage and/or other high-energy systems Ability to be approved to wear and use either a full or half-face respirator and self-contained breathing apparatus (SCBA), without facial hair or other conditions that may interfere with the seal, in accordance with OSHA regulations Stand, walk, lift, climb, bend, kneel, stoop, and/or reach for the duration of the workday Ability to use hand tools and operate heavy machinery, i.e. jackhammers Ability to travel to company locations to work on storm restoration and heat contingencies Use hand-eye coordination to adjust controls on equipment Wear necessary Personal Protective Equipment (PPE), i.e. fire-retardant clothing and safety harnesses Work rotating shifts, including nights, midnights, weekends, and holidays Work with equipment with a manufacturer weight rating of 350lbs Use equipment with a maximum weight rating of 375lbs when wearing and/or carrying 25lbs of clothing and equipment Use personal vehicle(s), and be able to transport, store, and secure company laptops and other job-related equipment in vehicle. Acknowledge that reimbursement for use of personal vehicle is available through the company mileage procedure Additional Physical Demands The selected candidate will be assigned a System Emergency Assignment (i.e., an emergency response role) and will be expected to work non-business hours during emergencies, which may include nights, weekends, and holidays. The selected candidate will be assigned a System Emergency Assignment (i.e., an emergency response role) and will be expected to work non-business hours during emergencies, which may include nights, weekends, and holidays. #J-18808-Ljbffr Consolidated Edison Company of New York