Substation Technician

Substation Specialist

It's fun to work in a company where people truly BELIEVE in what they're doing! We're committed to bringing passion and customer focus to the business. The Substation Specialist installs, maintains, calibrates, modifies, overhauls, troubleshoots, and repairs a variety of mechanical, and electro-mechanical equipment and systems. These functions are performed on distribution equipment such as power transformers, metalclad switchgear, overhead bus, SCADA, Fiber Optic Systems, and other related equipment. Applicants must submit a cover letter & resume.

Essential duties and responsibilities may include, but are not limited to, the following:

• Operates equipment and performs manufacturer's preventative maintenance on substation power transformers, such as IFT testing, and oil testing and interpretation of results.
• In addition, check fittings, gauges, fans and connections for looseness, leaks or damage; maintain the load tap changers, and assist with rebuilds or maintenance as required.
• Inspect switches, breakers, bushings, and bus work for proper adjustment, contamination, chips, cracks, or other damage.
• Performs manufacturer's preventative maintenance on 15/25KV switchgear breakers and pad mounted switches and interrupters.
• Performs monthly inspections of substation equipment in hardcopy and/or computer database formats.
• Maintains substation and UPS batteries, consisting of resistance testing, cell voltage testing, specific gravity testing, cleaning and replacing parts.
• Performs T&D switching duties for both substation 138 kv system and 15/25 kv Distribution System.
• Maintains and troubleshoots the fiber and radio communication system for the electric system operation from the substation level to the SCADA master and the component level.
• Performs infrared testing for all substation equipment, major distribution equipment, and performs corrective action as required.
• Responds to transmission and distribution system outages.
• Works with I&C Technician on relays, fiber and testing; works with SCADA Technician on relay and control system and associated wiring.
• Consults with and advises the Substation T&D manager on matters related to the maintenance or upgrading of the metering system, protective relays, mobile equipment, substation equipment, tools, computer and communications systems.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Minimum qualifications: Education, training and experience guidelines Associates degree in electrical technology plus a minimum of three (3) years' experience in the installation and modification of electrical and mechanical equipment in a substation environment using appropriate basic and specialized tools. Three (3) years' experience in relaying and control, electronics, and electrical testing preferred. Experience in relaying, electronics, revenue metering, load management, radio and communications testing. OR Any equivalent combination of education and experience that provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities. Knowledge of: Ability to analyze electrical control schemes, troubleshoot problems. Ability to interpret construction drawings, diagrams and manufacturer's instruction books. High level of skill and knowledge in electrical theory, operation and testing. Good working knowledge of a personal computer. Relaying, electronics, revenue metering, load management, radio and communications testing (or combination). Substation insulating materials and the equipment used in testing and maintaining them. The principles of operation of substation equipment. Skill in: Establishing and maintaining effective working relationships. Using a personal computer and various software programs. Creating and maintaining accurate records and reports. Applying mathematics, electrical theory, mechanical functionality. Carrying out oral or written or instructions. Addressing problems involving several concrete variables. Reading company manuals and reports, workplace rules and procedures. Interpreting construction drawings, diagrams and manufacturer's instruction books.

Licenses and certification requirements Valid Class "C" Texas driver's license required. Out-of-state license holders must have a valid license and provide a three-year driving history.

Physical demands and working environment Standing, sitting, walking, lifting, carrying, pushing, pulling, reaching, handling, fine dexterity, crouching, bending, vision, hearing, talking, use of foot controls. Work is performed in the field in possible inclement weather conditions. This position will involve some periods of computer monitor screen viewing. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to use hands to handle or use objects, tools, or controls. The employee must have the ability to use a keyboard to enter information into a computer system. It is important that the employee have the ability to read a CRT display for extended periods of time. The employee is occasionally required to stand; walk; sit; reach with hands and arms; and stoop, kneel, or crouch. Some work standing on a ladder or underneath a raised floor may be required. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 75 pounds. The ability to lift equipment, components, pull cable, and work in awkward positions is required. The employee will be required to enter substations and vaults where 15,000/25,000 volt and higher energized equipment exits.

Hiring range: $40.09 - $50.22, hourly.