Journey Substation Technician

Nebraska Public Power District•Kearney, NE

2d•Onsite

About The Position

Are you hard-working and eager to make a meaningful impact in the ever-emerging energy industry? Come join us! By joining the Nebraska Public Power District team, you’re becoming part of a close-knit community that embodies the values and traditions of the state. More than generating and delivering power, we empower our employees to thrive both personally and professionally. With safety at the helm, we have created a supportive and inclusive work environment that fosters innovation and growth. Here, you’re not just an employee; you're a valued member of a family that respects and supports each other. Our power grid has been consistently ranked one of the most reliable and resilient, but our reputation for excellence extends beyond our customer service to our employee satisfaction. Many of our team members have built lifelong careers here, advancing through the ranks thanks to our robust training programs and opportunities for professional development. With us, you’ll find a place where your efforts are recognized and rewarded, where you’re making a deep impact on the communities around you, and where you can truly power a career that you can be proud of.

Requirements

Associate's degree in electro-mechanical, electronics, electrical technology.
OR An associate's degree or certificate of completion from an approved community college or correspondence school in a related field.
OR Have substation technician experience within the District or with another utility or electrical contractor that is considered an acceptable equivalent to the formal education options listed.
Ability to arrive from your residence to the District office that you report to within 30 minutes of notification of a callout.
Obtain and maintain a satisfactory NERC background check.
Maintain CDL operator's license, switchman certification, and other certifications as required.
Must obtain and maintain CPR & first aid certifications.
Knowledge of computers, software, and test equipment and how they interface.
Knowledge on safely operating man-lifts, high reaches, and substation vehicles.
Knowledge on safely operating mobile substation equipment.

Nice To Haves

A total of five years of combined experience at the Apprentice Substation Technician and Substation levels is the minimum requirement for progression to the Journey Substation Technician position (as outlined in the Substation Technician Progression Program).
Technicians may obtain multiple Journey certifications and/or specialized Substation Technician classifications with Substation Manager approval.

Responsibilities

Performing effective substation maintenance/testing and operation activities required for safely keeping the lights on for the assigned area.
Installation, checkout, calibration, maintenance, troubleshooting, repair and operation of electrical equipment.
Frequent travel and overnight stays.
Respond to after-hours trouble calls.
Responding to emergencies.
Perform acceptance and diagnostic testing of substation components associated with transmission and subtransmission substations.
Design, configure, and install revenue and specialized metering.
Use of computers with various operating software to interface with diagnostic test equipment.
Interpret the results of diagnostic tests.
Perform diagnostic troubleshooting and repairing of equipment associated with transmission, subtransmission, distribution, and metering equipment.
Perform testing on equipment in service without jeopardizing the stability of the system.
Respond to after-hours trouble calls to perform diagnostics and repairs of substation and metering equipment.
Install, test, and maintain various substation equipment.
Install, test, and maintain various mobile substation equipment.
Perform duties while working for and with various customers.
Assist other technicians in performing their duties, as needed.
Accountable for other duties as assigned.