Station Electrician C-A

American Electric Power•San Angelo, TX

2d•$35 - $57•Onsite

About The Position

Perform all types of work involved in the construction, maintenance, rebuild, removal, operation, testing and inspection of energized or de-energized generation, transmission and distribution facilities. Assist in responding to emergency call-outs on station trouble and coordinating prompt restoration of service to customers as required. This role involves direct, immediate, and general supervision guidelines, and requires a qualified person knowledgeable of the task or work to be performed and capable of performing emergency rescue.

Requirements

Associate degree in electrical/mechanical/industrial maintenance technology or equivalent education and/or experience (military training and work experience of technical/technician nature, or recent experience as a Station Electrician or equivalent).
No previous work experience required.
Must be available to work overtime, call-out overtime, and shift work.
Travel requirements are expected > 50% of the time.
Knowledge of print reading sufficient to interpret and apply information from drawings, instruction manuals, one-line diagrams, and associated documents.
Must satisfactorily complete all required training to advance to the next higher classification in the line of progression, or vacate the current classification.
Ability and desire to acquire the necessary knowledge and skills to perform the duties of Station Electrician A.
Ability to deal with customers and other employees in a courteous and professional manner.
Ability to plan work and to properly instruct and brief others.
Employee shall obtain the appropriate valid commercial driver's license prior to the end of the designated probationary period.
Must meet all vehicle operation requirements as designated by federal and/or state law.
Considerable travel and overtime may be required.
Must successfully complete Physical Abilities Test (PAT).
Ability to discriminate between colors.

Nice To Haves

Work on conductors and equipment energized at voltages above 750 volts with direct supervision or assistance of personnel in higher classification (after six months in classification).

Responsibilities

Work on energized equipment up to 260 volts, and assist in work on conductors and equipment energized at voltages above 750 volts with direct supervision after six months.
Select and understand proper prints and/or drawings for various work.
Use voltmeters, ohmmeters, ammeters, insulation meggers and other test equipment.
Assist in disassembling, reassembling, maintaining, and repairing station transformers, circuit breakers, portable substations, rotating machinery, network protectors, transformers, air ducts, and heat exchangers.
Install and maintain station batteries; replace nitrogen bottles and air filters.
Assist in station work such as installing conduit, pipe, cable, and wire; use hand lines to pass tools and materials; dig and backfill trenches; remove and spread stone; uncrate equipment and material; install and remove portable substation fences, barriers, and safety signs; paint structures and equipment; climb station structures.
Use various kinds of tapes, insulating materials, protective and insulating paints and varnishes, and understand proper application.
Assist in making visual inspections and reading gauges.
Apply start-run-stop tests on emergency generators, water and sump pumps, and fire engine motors.
Replace lamps, switches, duplex outlets, dry cells; install and maintain signal and communication systems.
Assist in various tests involving oil samples and operating oil handling equipment.
Assist in electrical tests such as TTR, Doble, core megger, and resistance for transformer testing.
Assist in station switching, checking equipment clearances, making de-energized tests, and placing grounds.
Demonstrate knowledge and proficiency in steel and aerial lift rescue.
Maintain records and prepare and submit reports.
Attend and participate in training and assist in the training of other employees.
Use and operate various company vehicles, specialized equipment, hand and power tools.
Operate company vehicles, cranes, aerial lifts, and specialized equipment.
Inspect and store personal protective equipment.
Demonstrate knowledge and use of various knots used in station work.
Perform similar or less skilled work as assigned.
Assist employees of equal or higher classification and direct the work of employees assigned to assist.
Become familiar with and perform duties in accordance with the Company's safety rules and practices, including resuscitation and First Aid.