Operations Technician I

Magic Valley Electric Cooperative • San Carlos, TX

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About The Position

Installs, inspects, tests, maintains, and repairs distribution protection and control equipment. The role involves working primarily outdoors in medium-work conditions, with some general office work. The technician may travel to and from job sites and may be required to work after hours, including weekends and holidays.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Valid Texas driver's license.
• Pass a criminal background check, physical exam, non-DOT drug and alcohol tests, and motor vehicle record check.
• Proficiency with MS Office programs.
• Knowledge of the NEC and NESC.
• Attention to detail, dependability, cooperation, active listening, reading comprehension, writing, critical thinking, analytical ability, and speaking skills.
• Persistence, independence, time management, communication, and active learning.
• Ability to use personal computing equipment, a telephone, multifunction printer/copier, and calculator.
• Manual dexterity; ability to perform repetitive motions, reach and bend, walk, stand, drive, speak, multitask, analyze, and reason.
• Ability to lift and/or move up to 25 pounds and occasionally up to 100 pounds.
• Ability to travel to and from job sites.

Responsibilities

• Install, calibrate, adjust, program, repair, troubleshoot, and inspect distribution protection and control equipment.
• Set up and maintain inspection and testing records for distribution protection and control equipment.
• Maintain an inventory of repair parts for equipment and controls.
• Observe all safety rules and regulations.
• Indirectly supervise trainees and contractors on occasion.
• Participate in formal training programs to improve job knowledge and technical skills when available.
• Perform other duties, tasks, and special projects as assigned.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED