P&C Electrician C-A

American Electric Power•Shreveport, LA

1d•$38 - $46

About The Position

Perform work associated with installing, operating, testing, and maintaining protection and control devices and related equipment under direct, immediate, or general supervision. Equipment includes digital and electromechanical relays, intelligent electronic devices, station disturbance and digital fault recorders, oscillographs and event recorders, RTUs, station SCADA systems, statistical load metering, telemetering, and transducers. Install, maintain, and operate power line carriers, tone, pilot wire, fiber, and associated protection and control communications equipment. Respond to emergency call-outs and coordinate prompt restoration of service to customers. Work assignments and supervision may vary with operating conditions, and related or incidental work may also be assigned. The successful candidate must live within a 30-mile radius of the Arsenal Hill Powerplant. This position is posted at multiple grade levels; the listed minimum qualifications apply to the P&C Electrician C level, with higher levels requiring increased education, skills, or experience. The position requires considerable travel and overtime may be required. The employee must successfully complete a Physical Abilities Test (PAT), possess and maintain a valid state driver's license, and meet applicable vehicle operation requirements. The role involves heavy physical work. Requirements include lifting 60 pounds from floor to waist, carrying 50 pounds for 20 feet, lifting 30 pounds to chest and eye level, walking one mile over an eight-hour shift, climbing and working at heights of 20 feet or higher on a ladder or structure, and ascending to and working in a bucket or lift at 100 feet or higher (tested at 60 feet). Ability to distinguish colors is required and tested.

Requirements

Associate’s degree in electrical engineering technology, electronic technology, or a related technology field.
No previous work experience is required.
Ability and desire to acquire the knowledge and skills needed to perform the duties and responsibilities of the P&C Electrician A key job in this job family, and to qualify through company-determined demonstration, examination, and/or performance appraisal.
Must successfully complete the Physical Abilities Test (PAT).
Must possess and maintain a valid state driver’s license and meet vehicle operation requirements designated by federal and/or state law.
Must live within a 30-mile radius of the Arsenal Hill Powerplant.
Ability to meet the listed physical requirements, including specified lifting, carrying, walking, climbing, and bucket/lift work requirements, and to discriminate between colors.
Technical knowledge acquired through an associate degree in electrical/electronic engineering technology; ability to gain knowledge of relevant standards, codes, regulations, equipment, materials, systems, and business processes.
Basic computer literacy, knowledge, and skills.
Ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing with internal and external customers, work as a team player, and seek assistance or provide information as needed.
Ability to plan and prioritize routine work, maintain accurate records, apply technical knowledge to assigned problems, and develop sound judgment.

Responsibilities

Assist with acceptance and installation tests on protection, control, and measurement devices and associated station equipment.
Test protection and control devices and equipment periodically and as required.
Calibrate protection and control devices and equipment on a pre-established schedule and as required.
Assist in diagnosing equipment trouble, mis-operation, or damage, and assist with corrective actions to repair equipment and prevent recurrence.
Use a computer device to test and calibrate protection and control devices and retrieve data from them.
Assist with installation, maintenance, and operation of power line carriers, station SCADA, and associated communications equipment or cables.
Perform switching under direct supervision of qualified personnel and follow the direction of the proper operating authority.
Assist with installation, maintenance, and operation of new and added equipment or systems as assigned.
Maintain test and automotive equipment in good working order so work can be performed safely and efficiently throughout the system.
Prepare and maintain accurate records, reports, and drawings as required.
Assist employees of equal or higher classification.
Perform duties in accordance with company safety rules and operating regulations, NERC and environmental compliance requirements, and applicable practices.
Perform similar or less-skilled work as assigned.
Respond to emergency call-outs and coordinate prompt restoration of service to customers as required.