Power Switchboard Operator

BNH•San Marcos, TX

6d•$43 - $47•Onsite

About The Position

Beyond New Horizons, LLC (BNH) has an exciting opportunity for a Power Switchboard Operator, supporting TOS II, at Arnold AFB Tennessee. The selected candidate will be working as a member of an integrated team responsible for supporting the United States Air Force Test Operations and Sustainment efforts. Open to internal, BNH candidates only. External candidates will not be considered. The selected candidate for this requisition must be available to work any shift and shift determination will be made based on the priority of work at the time the selected candidate is cleared to report to work. The successful candidate will be responsible for performing complex switching operations, daily logs and dispatcher support to the electrical distribution systems, associated with various facilities at Arnold AFB.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent
Six years of progressive journeyman experience in operations and maintenance of electrical equipment and performing switching of electrical systems
Ability to work well in emergencies
Thorough knowledge of complex electrical controls, switching and substation equipment
Must be able to work varying shifts including 1st, 2nd, 3rd, weekend and split shifts
Must possess and maintain a valid State driver's license with an acceptable driving record
Ability to successfully pass any background checks and/or drug testing required on the contract
Must be able to obtain and maintain security clearance and access to the AEDC local area computer network
Must be able to read, write and speak English well enough to understand, give and take directions
Current U.S. Citizenship required
The proper use of tools and equipment is commonly used in the electrician field
Completing all mandated training requirements by government and management directives
Timely and cost-effective performance of duties
Timely completion and accuracy of all departmental work
Dealing with a variety of people in a professional, courteous manner in diversified situations
Adherence to established company safety policies and good industrial and office safety practices
Compliance with company Standard Operating Procedures and Personnel policies and procedures
Having the ability to work well under pressure

Responsibilities

Performs and/or directs high voltage switching operations
Operates all equipment in 161 KV and 13.8 KV substations plus other points of distribution systems as required to maintain or change power flow
Patrols and inspects overhead power lines and equipment
Detects and reports abnormal conditions and takes necessary corrective action
Immediate response to emergency fire calls to support Fire Department
Protects equipment from damage in emergencies
Determines causes and performs operations necessary to isolate faulty equipment and restore service
Makes minor repairs to equipment in case of emergency
Records meter readings, changes charts on recording meters and maintains a log of operations
Issues emergency hold orders and places and removes protective hold order tags in accordance with hold order procedures
Assists in operation of Energy Management and Control System (EMCS) console
Follows established safety procedures and utilizes safety protective equipment and clothing that pertains to the work
Keeps supervisor apprised of unique situations and problems encountered
Ensure proper housekeeping practices are observed
Performs other related duties as assigned
It is a condition of employment to wear PPE (Personal Protective Equipment) in accordance with supervisory direction and company policy
Perform other duties as required