Journeyman Station Wireman
About The Position
A Station Wireman is a Journeyman who installs, repairs and maintains generating station, substation structures, equipment, apparatus and wiring. A Station Wireman Journeyman has a working knowledge of substation equipment, apparatus, and wiring. They install, maintain, test, adjust, troubleshoot and repair substation equipment which includes, but is not limited to transformers, regulators, load tap changers, circuit breakers, circuit switchers, motor-operated and manual switches, bus work, wiring, battery banks and chargers, and substation structures. They operate substation equipment, including switching and grounding. They perform testing on substation apparatus such as power factor, transformer turns ratio, megger, ductor, battery load testing, oil sampling, and other analytical tests as assigned. They are expected to follow safety rules and company standards. They may work in confined spaces and in elevated work areas, may work with bucket and boom trucks. They may work independently or with others, occasionally work long hours during emergency conditions, and be responsible for tools, test equipment, and vehicles.
Requirements
- A high school diploma, GED or proof of equivalent.
- Has successfully completed a Journeyman Wireman or equivalent apprenticeship and experience.
- 4+ years experience in the Wireman trade.
- Proficient in all diagnostic testing, analysis of test results on equipment, apparatus and wiring.
- Good driving record.
- Must possess a valid Class A Commercial Driver's License.
- Must pass a pre-qualifying skills test.
Responsibilities
- Installs, repairs and maintains generating station, substation structures, equipment, apparatus and wiring.
- Installs, maintains, tests, adjusts, troubleshoots and repairs substation equipment including transformers, regulators, load tap changers, circuit breakers, circuit switchers, motor-operated and manual switches, bus work, wiring, battery banks and chargers, and substation structures.
- Operates substation equipment, including switching and grounding.
- Performs testing on substation apparatus such as power factor, transformer turns ratio, megger, ductor, battery load testing, oil sampling, and other analytical tests as assigned.
- Follows safety rules and company standards.
- Works in confined spaces and in elevated work areas.
- Works with bucket and boom trucks.
- Works independently or with others.
- Occasionally works long hours during emergency conditions.
- Responsible for tools, test equipment, and vehicles.
Benefits
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance
- 401k with match fixed contributions, including a Roth and saving option.
- Life insurance
- Additional voluntary benefits, including pet insurance
- Tuition Assistance
- Mass Transit Pass for employees in our Portland and Salt Lake City Offices.
- Generous Paid Time Off (PTO)
- Paid short-term disability leave and long-term disability insurance
- Paid Parental Leave
- Paid Bereavement Leave
- Employee Assistance Program supporting mental and emotional wellbeing
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
High school or GED
