Acceptance HV/MV Testing Technician, Level 3 (Remote - Travel Required)

SOLV Energy

22h•$130,000 - $156,000•Remote

About The Position

The Acceptance HV/MV Testing Technician Level 3 is responsible for the execution and management of Testing, Commissioning, troubleshooting and repair activities in substations, BESS and PV facilities. This role is remote with heavy travel to varying jobsites required. Specific location details and expectations will be discussed during the interview process. This job description reflects management's assignment of essential functions; it does not prescribe or restrict the tasks that may be assigned.

Requirements

3-5 years of acceptance testing experience
High School Diploma or General Equivalency Diploma (GED) or equivalent
Work towards a C-10 contractor’s license or a Certified Electrical Worker Card
Ability to travel 75% of time
Ability to troubleshoot network and telemetry issues
Valid OSHA 30 certification
Valid NFPA 70e Safety Training certification
Valid Safety Trained Supervisor (STS) certification
Demonstrated ability to recognize work hazards and mitigate using proper tools and procedures
Demonstrated ability to work alone and safety under any conditions
Ability to troubleshoot network and telemetry issues
Ability to pass an exam on international and domestic electrical schematics and symbols
Ability to pass an exam on electrical troubleshooting
Ability to pass an exam on reading and interpreting hydraulic and pneumatic diagrams
Effective computer operation skills and ability to operate system testing applications
Effective verbal and written English language communication skills
Effective organizational skills
Ability to work at remote locations in extreme weather conditions (heat, cold, inclement weather)
Ability to work on an “on call” basis (may include weekends or after hours situations)
Valid driver’s license, satisfactory driving record and ability to operate company vehicle
Health and Safety Plan
Illness and Injury Prevention Plan
Electrical Safety Plan
California Oil Producers – Passport Training
H2S Training/SCBA Awareness
Confined Space – Entrant/Attendant/Supervisor
CPR/First Aid training
Job Safety Analysis
NETA Acceptance and Maintenance Testing Specifications
Electrical Testing Standard Operating Procedures
Advanced Relay Test Set with computer control
Familiar with implementation of engineering studies
Perform load disturbance and other power quality studies using a variety to recording equipment
Able to review a single element relay circuits for adequacy, and troubleshoot simple relay and metering circuits
Able to review a three phase multi-function relays for adequacy, operation, and communication
Able to use the common relay software to communicate with these relays. This would include being able to download/upload settings, maintain/create a relay archive, and manipulate the relay for testing
Able to complete commissioning of most relay and metering systems, except specialized generation, multi-function generation and complex line relay systems. This technician should be able to troubleshoot and repair most apparatus and their associated systems.
Able to successfully handle most afterhours call outs
Able to perform load studies using a variety to recording equipment
Proper/safe operation and selection of the following equipment, as well as use a computer to do the following tests: Transformer Turns Ratio Tester Ground Rod Tester Ground Megger Digital Timer MS-2 Motor Overload Test Set 5kV/10kV Megger Battery Impedance Test Equipment Fluke 89 Digital Multimeter 1kV Megger AC/DC/VLF Hypot Oil Test Set Digital Low Resistance Ohmmeter Transformer Low Resistance Ohmmeter Omicron CPC100/TD1 Primary Test System Circuit Breaker Time Travel Analyzer Comprehensive Current Transformer Test Set High Current Primary Injection Circuit Breaker Test Set Basic Relay Test Set Recloser Test Set Advanced Relay Test Set with computer control
Perform Transformer Power Factor Test using the Primary Test Manager, this would include power factor, excitation, short circuit impedance, primary and secondary winding resistance, turns ratio testing and load tap changer assessment.
Perform a time/travel analysis using the Circuit Breaker Time Travel Analyzer. This would include the setup of a new test, proper execution of the test, the saving, printing and reviewing of the test. The Technician would need to be able to create and save a test plan.
Perform a complete test of a current transformer using the computer to control the Comprehensive Current Transformer Test Set.
Perform transformer testing using the computer to control various pieces of test equipment that can be controlled via computer.
Enter test data into the test report software.
Use the common relay software to communicate with relays. This would include being able to download/upload settings, maintain/create a relay archive, and manipulate the relay for testing
Should be able to test the following equipment per NETA standards: Control Power Transformers Potential Transformers Single Phase Pole Top Transformers Distribution transformers – Dry and Oil-Filled Unit Substation Transformers Power Transformers Low Voltage Molded Case Circuit Breakers equipped with Thermal/Magnetic Trip Units. Low Voltage Air Frame Circuit Breakers, except complex trip units. Medium Voltage Air Frame Circuit Breakers Medium Voltage Vacuum Circuit Breakers High Voltage Oil Circuit Breakers High Voltage SF6 Gas Circuit Breakers High Voltage Minimum Volume Oil Circuit Breakers High Voltage Circuit Switchers Low and Medium Voltage Contactors Motors Generators Current Transformers Load Type Switchgear Ground Fault Systems Fused and Non-Fused Disconnect Switches Low and Medium Voltage Cables Electro-Mechanical and Simple Solid-State Single Function Relays Solid-State LSIG trip units found on Low Voltage Air Frame Circuit Breakers Recloser Controls, such as Form 3A, 4A, and 4C. Test Calibrate simple analog indicating meters. Solid-State multi-function relays. Solid-State multi-function meters. Electro-Mechanical kilowatt/KVAR hour meters. Complex analog indicating meters Molded case circuit breakers equipped with thermal/magnetic and instantaneous trip units
Perform diagnostic testing on transformers and can analyze oil sample reports for a transformer
Troubleshoot electrically operated circuit breakers, without regard to the mechanical operating system
Electro-Mechanical and Simple Solid-State Over Current Relays Electro-Mechanical and Simple Solid-State Over and Under Voltage Relays Electro-Mechanical and Simple Solid-State Frequency Relays Electro-Mechanical and Simple Solid-State Reverse Power Relays Electro-Mechanical and Simple Solid-State Transformer Differential Relays Solid-State LSIG trip units found on Low Voltage Air Frame Circuit Breakers Recloser Controls, such as Form 3A, 4A, and 4C Test Calibrate simple analog indicating meters Solid-State multi-function feeder management relays Solid-State multi-function motor management relays Solid-State multi-function transformer management relays Solid-State multi-function meters Electro-Mechanical kilowatt/kilovar hour meters Complex analog indicating meters

Nice To Haves

Advanced Relay Test Set with computer control
Familiar with implementation of engineering studies
Perform load disturbance and other power quality studies using a variety to recording equipment
Able to review a single element relay circuits for adequacy, and troubleshoot simple relay and metering circuits
Able to review a three phase multi-function relays for adequacy, operation, and communication
Able to use the common relay software to communicate with these relays. This would include being able to download/upload settings, maintain/create a relay archive, and manipulate the relay for testing
Able to complete commissioning of most relay and metering systems, except specialized generation, multi-function generation and complex line relay systems. This technician should be able to troubleshoot and repair most apparatus and their associated systems.
Able to successfully handle most afterhours call outs
Able to perform load studies using a variety to recording equipment
Perform Transformer Power Factor Test using the Primary Test Manager, this would include power factor, excitation, short circuit impedance, primary and secondary winding resistance, turns ratio testing and load tap changer assessment.
Perform a time/travel analysis using the Circuit Breaker Time Travel Analyzer. This would include the setup of a new test, proper execution of the test, the saving, printing and reviewing of the test. The Technician would need to be able to create and save a test plan.
Perform a complete test of a current transformer using the computer to control the Comprehensive Current Transformer Test Set.
Perform transformer testing using the computer to control various pieces of test equipment that can be controlled via computer.
Enter test data into the test report software.
Use the common relay software to communicate with relays. This would include being able to download/upload settings, maintain/create a relay archive, and manipulate the relay for testing
Should be able to test the following equipment per NETA standards: Control Power Transformers Potential Transformers Single Phase Pole Top Transformers Distribution transformers – Dry and Oil-Filled Unit Substation Transformers Power Transformers Low Voltage Molded Case Circuit Breakers equipped with Thermal/Magnetic Trip Units. Low Voltage Air Frame Circuit Breakers, except complex trip units. Medium Voltage Air Frame Circuit Breakers Medium Voltage Vacuum Circuit Breakers High Voltage Oil Circuit Breakers High Voltage SF6 Gas Circuit Breakers High Voltage Minimum Volume Oil Circuit Breakers High Voltage Circuit Switchers Low and Medium Voltage Contactors Motors Generators Current Transformers Load Type Switchgear Ground Fault Systems Fused and Non-Fused Disconnect Switches Low and Medium Voltage Cables Electro-Mechanical and Simple Solid-State Single Function Relays Solid-State LSIG trip units found on Low Voltage Air Frame Circuit Breakers Recloser Controls, such as Form 3A, 4A, and 4C. Test Calibrate simple analog indicating meters. Solid-State multi-function relays. Solid-State multi-function meters. Electro-Mechanical kilowatt/KVAR hour meters. Complex analog indicating meters Molded case circuit breakers equipped with thermal/magnetic and instantaneous trip units
Perform diagnostic testing on transformers and can analyze oil sample reports for a transformer
Troubleshoot electrically operated circuit breakers, without regard to the mechanical operating system
Electro-Mechanical and Simple Solid-State Over Current Relays Electro-Mechanical and Simple Solid-State Over and Under Voltage Relays Electro-Mechanical and Simple Solid-State Frequency Relays Electro-Mechanical and Simple Solid-State Reverse Power Relays Electro-Mechanical and Simple Solid-State Transformer Differential Relays Solid-State LSIG trip units found on Low Voltage Air Frame Circuit Breakers Recloser Controls, such as Form 3A, 4A, and 4C Test Calibrate simple analog indicating meters Solid-State multi-function feeder management relays Solid-State multi-function motor management relays Solid-State multi-function transformer management relays Solid-State multi-function meters Electro-Mechanical kilowatt/kilovar hour meters Complex analog indicating meters

Responsibilities

Stresses the importance that safety is the most important function, ensuring that all employees follow safe practices while working
Able to perform all essential Testing Technician 1 and 2 job responsibilities
Direct and supervise acceptance testing and commissioning of equipment in the substation, BESS and PV facilities as directed by management
Perform site acceptance testing and commissioning of equipment in the substation, BESS and PV facilities and perform energized electrical work strictly adhering to company and industry safety standards
Ensure a safe working environment through strict adherence to and enforcement of company and industry safety standards
Understand, follow and communicate safety regulations and work procedures
Supervise, provide ongoing training and certify Testing Technician Level I and II employees
Prepare timely and accurate documentation and required reports
Complete a job with the assistance of Technicians and Trainees
Assemble, write, and review a complete test report of the work that they performed or supervised
Handle multiple jobs simultaneously, jobs could be mentally demanding and requires limited supervision.
Communicate effectively with clients, vendors, and teammates
Lead and assist in developing technical/safety policy and procedures and be able to write Standard Operating Procedures
Complete other responsibilities as assigned
Able to assist in developing technical/safety policy and procedures and able to write Standard Operating Procedures.
Able to assess other technicians in both safety and technical skill sets
Uphold diversity and inclusion as an unconscious part of SOLV Energy culture.
Complete commissioning of most relay and metering systems
Troubleshoot and repair all apparatus and their associated systems
Successfully complete the startup of any substation, including generation and line protection circuits, both primary, control and communication
Able to complete a job with the assistance of Technicians and Trainees. The jobs should include any component and systems up to and including a small load substation, including relays and meters.
Able to successfully complete the startup of any load substation, and parasitic circuits at a generation station. This technician would also be able to troubleshoot regulator and load tap changer controls
Perform load disturbance and other power quality studies using a variety to recording equipment
Able to review a single element relay circuits for adequacy, and troubleshoot simple relay and metering circuits
Able to review a three phase multi-function relays for adequacy, operation, and communication
Able to use the common relay software to communicate with these relays. This would include being able to download/upload settings, maintain/create a relay archive, and manipulate the relay for testing
Able to complete commissioning of most relay and metering systems, except specialized generation, multi-function generation and complex line relay systems. This technician should be able to troubleshoot and repair most apparatus and their associated systems.
Able to successfully handle most afterhours call outs
Able to perform load studies using a variety to recording equipment
Proper/safe operation and selection of the following equipment, as well as use a computer to do the following tests: Transformer Turns Ratio Tester Ground Rod Tester Ground Megger Digital Timer MS-2 Motor Overload Test Set 5kV/10kV Megger Battery Impedance Test Equipment Fluke 89 Digital Multimeter 1kV Megger AC/DC/VLF Hypot Oil Test Set Digital Low Resistance Ohmmeter Transformer Low Resistance Ohmmeter Omicron CPC100/TD1 Primary Test System Circuit Breaker Time Travel Analyzer Comprehensive Current Transformer Test Set High Current Primary Injection Circuit Breaker Test Set Basic Relay Test Set Recloser Test Set Advanced Relay Test Set with computer control
Perform Transformer Power Factor Test using the Primary Test Manager, this would include power factor, excitation, short circuit impedance, primary and secondary winding resistance, turns ratio testing and load tap changer assessment.
Perform a time/travel analysis using the Circuit Breaker Time Travel Analyzer. This would include the setup of a new test, proper execution of the test, the saving, printing and reviewing of the test. The Technician would need to be able to create and save a test plan.
Perform a complete test of a current transformer using the computer to control the Comprehensive Current Transformer Test Set.
Perform transformer testing using the computer to control various pieces of test equipment that can be controlled via computer.
Enter test data into the test report software.
Use the common relay software to communicate with relays. This would include being able to download/upload settings, maintain/create a relay archive, and manipulate the relay for testing
Should be able to test the following equipment per NETA standards: Control Power Transformers Potential Transformers Single Phase Pole Top Transformers Distribution transformers – Dry and Oil-Filled Unit Substation Transformers Power Transformers Low Voltage Molded Case Circuit Breakers equipped with Thermal/Magnetic Trip Units. Low Voltage Air Frame Circuit Breakers, except complex trip units. Medium Voltage Air Frame Circuit Breakers Medium Voltage Vacuum Circuit Breakers High Voltage Oil Circuit Breakers High Voltage SF6 Gas Circuit Breakers High Voltage Minimum Volume Oil Circuit Breakers High Voltage Circuit Switchers Low and Medium Voltage Contactors Motors Generators Current Transformers Load Type Switchgear Ground Fault Systems Fused and Non-Fused Disconnect Switches Low and Medium Voltage Cables Electro-Mechanical and Simple Solid-State Single Function Relays Solid-State LSIG trip units found on Low Voltage Air Frame Circuit Breakers Recloser Controls, such as Form 3A, 4A, and 4C. Test Calibrate simple analog indicating meters. Solid-State multi-function relays. Solid-State multi-function meters. Electro-Mechanical kilowatt/KVAR hour meters. Complex analog indicating meters Molded case circuit breakers equipped with thermal/magnetic and instantaneous trip units
Perform diagnostic testing on transformers and can analyze oil sample reports for a transformer
Troubleshoot electrically operated circuit breakers, without regard to the mechanical operating system
Electro-Mechanical and Simple Solid-State Over Current Relays Electro-Mechanical and Simple Solid-State Over and Under Voltage Relays Electro-Mechanical and Simple Solid-State Frequency Relays Electro-Mechanical and Simple Solid-State Reverse Power Relays Electro-Mechanical and Simple Solid-State Transformer Differential Relays Solid-State LSIG trip units found on Low Voltage Air Frame Circuit Breakers Recloser Controls, such as Form 3A, 4A, and 4C Test Calibrate simple analog indicating meters Solid-State multi-function feeder management relays Solid-State multi-function motor management relays Solid-State multi-function transformer management relays Solid-State multi-function meters Electro-Mechanical kilowatt/kilovar hour meters Complex analog indicating meters