Electrical Substation Test Technician 3 - Medium Voltage

M.C. Dean, Inc•Washington, DC

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About The Position

Performs inspections, testing, troubleshooting, maintenance, and repair of low- and medium-voltage electrical distribution equipment, including breakers, transformers, switches, switchgear, relays, and motor control centers, as well as other electrical apparatus in field and shop environments. The role requires understanding electrical distribution systems and using electrical test equipment. It contributes to a safe working environment and successful projects. The position is primarily based at the Blue Plains facility in Washington, DC, with some local travel possibly required. Provides electrical, high-voltage and substation testing, installation, maintenance, and repair for electrical equipment, systems, and power distribution systems. Work includes testing, troubleshooting, repair, overhaul, modification, and general maintenance of complex AC/DC electrical and electronic equipment, including motors, transformers, generators, relays, switching and control panels, voltage regulators, and generator and substation batteries. Operates and installs systems up to and including 69 kV. The role also involves inspections, safety protocols, work documentation, equipment upkeep, and physical work at heights and with heavy objects. The offered pay range is USD $42.00–$51.00 per hour.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED and at least 7 years of progressive experience, or an associate's degree in an industrial electrical-related field and 5 years of progressive experience directly associated with installing, repairing, and maintaining electrical and electronic components of machinery, equipment, and systems.
Possess or acquire within 12 months of hire, and maintain, current NETA, AVO Training Institute, NICET, or equivalent certification in substation testing and maintenance.
Possess and maintain a current valid motor vehicle operating license.
Comprehensive knowledge of electrical and electronic principles related to complex multi-component assemblies and devices.
Ability to use electrical and electronic test equipment to diagnose and correct equipment and control-system problems.
Ability to use hand and power tools, rigging, and lifting equipment.
Ability to read and interpret electrical drawings, schematics, and blueprints.
Comprehensive knowledge of relevant NFPA and National Electric Code guidelines, rules, and regulations, and OSHA requirements.
Good oral and written communication skills and interpersonal skills.
Ability to use standard office management systems, including computers, scanners, copiers, printers, and word-processing, spreadsheet, database, and industry-based software applications.
Ability to lift, carry, and move objects weighing up to 50 pounds regularly, following proper lifting techniques and safety protocols.
Ability to relocate a 12-foot stepladder without assistance.
Ability to work at heights up to 60 feet and climb and maintain balance on scaffolds, aerial lifts, catwalks, and ladders.
Ability to walk, climb, lift, squat, crawl, kneel, push, pull, and reach overhead routinely and repetitively.
Good vision, which may be corrected, ability to see color, and ability to hear and communicate in English.
Ability to use a standard ladder without exceeding its weight limit while carrying tools.
Ability to recognize when something is wrong or likely to go wrong.
Ability to apply general rules to specific problems and produce sensible answers.
Ability to combine information to form general rules or conclusions, including finding relationships among seemingly unrelated events.
Ability to see details at close range.
Ability to listen to and understand spoken information and ideas.

Responsibilities

Perform substation inspections in accordance with applicable compliance regulations.
Perform preventive, predictive, and corrective maintenance on electrical equipment, electronic controls, and systems.
Troubleshoot and test electrical equipment, circuit breakers, and systems in accordance with applicable procedures and guidelines.
Operate electrical power distribution systems up to and including 69 kV.
Take infrared images to identify mechanical and electrical problems.
Maintain equipment and tools used to test, repair, install, and replace equipment.
Install complex electrical and electronic systems on systems up to and including 69 kV.
Use personal protective equipment for electrical and other hazards.
Coordinate and implement Lock-Out-Tag-Out, Arc Flash, and confined-space-entry protocols related to electrical systems and equipment maintenance.
Coordinate and perform maintenance tasks within mixed craft and trade work assignments.
Perform housekeeping duties related to the repair and maintenance of electrical equipment and systems.
Use the MAXIMO Computerized Maintenance Management System (CMMS) to review assignments and document completed work.
Safely switch and ground related components.
Comply with company, OSHA, NFPA, and NEC safety rules, regulations, and work policies.
Perform electrical, high-voltage, and substation testing, installation, maintenance, and repair on equipment, systems, and power distribution systems.
Test, troubleshoot, repair, overhaul, modify, and maintain complex AC/DC electrical and electronic equipment, including motors, transformers, generators, relays, switching and control panels, voltage regulators, and generator and substation batteries.