Journeyman Substation Electrician

Franklin PUD•Pasco, WA

9h•Onsite

About The Position

The Journeyman Substation Electrician installs, maintains, repairs, troubleshoots, and tests equipment used in the transmission and distribution of electrical energy, including transformers, reclosers, circuit breakers, and related equipment. The role works from blueprints, drawings, and specifications and uses testing instruments and computer software to assess utility substation systems and equipment. Work may be performed independently or with other journey-level craftworkers, and the position provides training and oversight to apprentice substation electricians when assigned. The electrician operates vehicles and equipment such as booms, derricks, and backhoes; takes reasonable care of materials, tools, and equipment; and follows applicable safety rules and procedures. The position collaborates with Electrical Shop employees, Operations and Engineering staff, other District employees, contractors, engineers, and other utilities to complete projects. It also includes participation in safety and departmental meetings, adherence to District policies and professional expectations, and occasional travel for training. This is a safety-sensitive position and requires participation in the DOT testing program.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
Successful completion of a minimum three-year apprenticeship.
Current journey-level substation electrician card recognized by the District and IBEW, Local 77.
Two years of journey-level work experience.
Basic knowledge of electrical theory and thorough understanding of the operation, maintenance, repair, and installation of transmission and distribution equipment, including transformers, reclosers, sectionalizers, circuit breakers, circuit switches, voltage regulators, meters, and switches.
Intermediate-level ability to operate a personal computer and related software.
Thorough knowledge and understanding of Washington State Electrical Worker’s Safety Rules and Regulations.
Experience with and understanding of related trade tools.
Legible writing and organizational skills necessary to maintain records and files.
Ability to communicate effectively verbally and in writing.
Current Washington State Class B Commercial Driver’s License.
CPR/First Aid certification.
Flagger’s card.
Willingness to perform the required work.
Ability to push, pull, lift, and carry up to 50 pounds.
Ability to work outdoors in all weather conditions and across all terrain types, and to operate a motor vehicle in all driving conditions.
Ability to meet the manual dexterity, visual acuity, hearing, and speaking requirements described for the role.
Participation in the DOT testing program.

Responsibilities

Install, maintain, and repair equipment related to the transmission and distribution of electrical energy.
Troubleshoot substation and switching-station equipment using blueprints, drawings, and specifications.
Test electrical systems and equipment using measuring and testing instruments to determine their condition.
Operate a personal computer or laptop and associated software.
Know and follow applicable safety rules, procedures, District policies, and department rules.
Work independently or alongside other journey-level craftworkers.
Operate vehicles, booms, derricks, backhoes, and miscellaneous equipment.
Use and care for materials, tools, and equipment competently and reasonably.
Provide training and oversight to Apprentice Substation Electricians when assigned.
Maintain positive working relationships and coordinate with District employees, contractors, engineers, and other utilities to facilitate project completion.
Contribute to a positive team environment and participate actively in safety and departmental meetings.
Meet District expectations regarding professional appearance, attendance, punctuality, time off, and appropriate use of District time, equipment, and resources.
Perform other duties as assigned.
Demonstrate the District’s Mission, Vision, Values, and Guiding Principles through example and action.