Jr Electrical Field Technician L1-2

Description

• Use equipment with a maximum weight rating of 375lbs when wearing and/or carrying 25lbs of clothing and equipment
• Perform heavy manual labor, i.e. push, pull, and lift up to 50lbs
• Wear necessary Personal Protective Equipment (PPE), i.e. fire-retardant clothing and safety harnesses
• 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.
• Install and repair control circuits for automatic transfer switches (ATS).
• Perform testing, troubleshooting and repairs on protective relays and systems, overhead and underground switching and regulating devices, substation equipment, control systems and communication systems (SCADA - Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition) in substations and at other field locations. Required
• Conduct high potential testing of aerial lift devices and reinforced fiber glass plastic tools.
• Install and repair step voltage regulators.
• Install and repair pole mounted capacitors.
• Program and repair controllers for vacuum recloser switches (VRS).
• Conduct infrared inspections of overhead power lines.
• Stand, walk, lift, climb, bend, kneel, stoop, and/or reach for the duration of the workday
• Work with equipment with a manufacturer weight rating of 350lbs

Requirements

• Ability to work in inclement weather and adverse conditions (i.e., excessive heat, cold, noise, confined spaces)
• Possess excellent oral and written communication skills and will be required to pass the PST Electrical Technician placement exam. Required
• Associate's Degree In Electrical Technology or equivalent
• 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
• Have the ability for Bucket Truck Aerial and Ladder Line training and once trained, will be required to perform Storm Emergency restoration (Ladder Line) work, as needed. Required
• Will also have a working knowledge of mathematics and be able to learn to perform calculations involving basic trigonometry and vector analysis. Required
• Driver's License Required
• Have knowledge of, and experience with computer systems, and must be able to use a computer to perform automated testing and prepare spreadsheets and technical reports. Required
• High School Diploma/GED and 2 years Relevant technical experience or
• Will have a working knowledge of Basic AC and DC electrical power theory and circuit analysis, including 3 phase AC power systems. Required

Benefits

Training + Development

Interview process

Visa Sponsorship

Security clearance