The Substation Technician B is a non-exempt position responsible for the construction, maintenance, and repair of substation equipment and systems. The position requires a 4-6 year continuous working knowledge of substation equipment, apparatus, and wiring, as well as work in confined spaces and elevated work areas.
Requirements
- Able to perform rigorous physical labor
- Capable of climbing and working at heights up to 125 feet above ground
- Must possess a Commercial Drivers' License
- Must supply own personal hand tools required by the company for this work
- Must supply own safety toed work boots
- Must be capable of lifting in excess of 50 lbs
- Must be capable of working in confined spaces/areas
- Operational experience of various types of heavy equipment
- Willing to work over-time or long hours during emergency conditions and/or when requested
- 90% Travel Required
- Capable of following Company safety rules and policies
- Must have knowledge of construction standard practices, techniques, quality requirements, applicable codes and standards
- Must be capable of working in close proximity of energized substation equipment
- Must be capable of interpreting substation structural drawings (i.e. elevations, plan views, section views, grounding details, and foundation plans) and communicate with customers and subordinates
- Capable of accurately appraising technical situations
- Must be able to coach subordinates on the crew
- Must be able to develop and interpret a material list
- Must be able to trace out phasing in a substation and verify to the three line diagrams
- Retained knowledge in all aspects of substation systems
- Ability to establish grade, elevations, and layout of foundations and cable trough in new and existing stations
- Grade and finish concrete slabs and foundations
- Capable of performing routine carpentry work on building wood concrete forms to meet size and shape of concrete to be placed
- Willing to work over-time when requested
- Willing to work outside of the normal work schedule including weekends, holidays, and overtime as required for the position
Benefits
- 401k Matching
- Retirement Plan