Substation Apprentice 1st Year - Substation Technician

Substation Apprentice 1st Year - Substation Technician

Under close supervision, as an apprentice in training, must be willing and able to perform the less difficult tasks and assist others in high and low voltage work involved in the construction, operation, maintenance, and repair of electric transmission and distribution substations and other equipment, and be qualified to do the following and related work as assigned:

• Ability to obtain Substation switchman certification.
• Familiarity in reading, understanding, and following technical manuals and instruction books.
• Familiarity in the use of AC and DC schematics, wiring diagrams, and construction drawings.
• Familiarity with hydraulic and pneumatic equipment.
• Able to climb structures, ladders, operate lift trucks and work without fear of height.
• Able to perform routine and emergency maintenance, testing, initial installation and restoration of substations and related equipment.
• Able to perform substation switching and practice safe tagging and grounding procedures.
• Must be available for 24-hour callout and to work extended hours.
• Must obtain a valid CDL within 180 days.
• Operate Company's vehicles and equipment in for its intended purpose
• Good physical condition and able to lift 100 pounds.
• Good hand-eye coordination, physical dexterity, and color vision.
• Good interpersonal skills and ability to work harmoniously with coworkers and relate to customers.
• Good computer skills and communication skills (oral and written).
• Be self-motivated with ability to make independent decisions.
• Able to work near energized equipment safely.
• Prepare reports and records in accordance with regulatory compliance

Minimum Requirements:

• A high school diploma or general education degree (GED)

Experience and Special Qualifications:

• Know Company's safety rules and be willing and able to administer all approved methods of resuscitation and be willing and able to render practical first aid.
• Know the location of, and be willing and able to operate, all the firefighting equipment.
• Know what kind of equipment to use on electrical, oil and other fires.
• Hold a current Class A CDL license or be willing and able to obtain one within a specified time.
• Have knowledge of line and substation material and use of line and substation construction tools and equipment.

Physical Qualifications:

• Must be willing and able to perform the essential functions of the position, with or without reasonable accommodation.

Personal Qualifications:

• Be particularly alert in observing hazards, communicating issues and avoiding accidents.
• Be willing and able to attend and take part in safety meetings.
• Be willing and able to work in unusual surroundings, as well as the normal working conditions pertaining to this job.
• Must be willing to respond to callouts outside of scheduled business hours.
• Be willing and able to receive and transmit orders and instructions in such a manner as to inspire respect and confidence of both superiors and subordinates.
• Be especially neat, clean and orderly in work and person.
• Be willing and able to meet the public in a pleasant and tactful manner.
• Understand importance of always rendering and maintaining first class, courteous service to all customers.

An Equal Opportunity Employer, Minority/Female/Disability/Vets.