Electrical Substation Test Technician 1 - 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, along with other electrical apparatus. Work takes place in the field and in a shop environment. The technician contributes to a safe working environment and supports project success. The position is primarily based at the Blue Plains facility in Washington, DC, with some local travel potentially required. The role includes electrical, high-voltage, and substation testing, installation, maintenance, and repair of electrical equipment, systems, and power distribution systems. Tasks include 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.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED certificate.
At least 2 years of progressive experience.
Possess and maintain a valid motor vehicle operating license.
Possess and maintain, or acquire within 12 months of hire and maintain, a current NETA, AVO Training Institute, NICET, or equivalent certification in substation testing and maintenance.
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.
Knowledge of applicable NFPA, National Electric Code, and OSHA guidelines, rules, and regulations.
Good oral and written communication and interpersonal skills.
Ability to use standard office systems and equipment, including computers, scanners, copiers, and printers, as well as word-processing, spreadsheet, database, and industry software.
Ability to regularly lift, carry, and move objects weighing up to 50 pounds and follow proper lifting and safety protocols.
Ability to relocate a 12-foot stepladder without assistance.
Ability to work at heights up to 60 feet and climb and balance on scaffolds, aerial lifts, catwalks, and ladders.
Ability to routinely and repetitively walk, climb, lift, squat, crawl, kneel, push, pull, and reach overhead.
Good vision, which may be corrected, ability to see color, and ability to hear and communicate in English.
Ability to use a standard ladder while carrying tools without exceeding its weight limit.
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 and identify relationships among 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 according to 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 workplace hazards.
Coordinate and implement Lock-Out-Tag-Out, Arc Flash, and confined-space entry protocols related to electrical maintenance.
Coordinate and perform maintenance tasks within mixed craft and trade assignments.
Perform housekeeping duties related to the repair and maintenance of electrical equipment and systems.
Use the MAXIMO computerized maintenance management system 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.