Station Servicer

American Electric Power•San Benito, TX

7d•$35 - $60

About The Position

The Station Servicer performs installation, maintenance, operation, inspection, repair, and removal of station-related equipment. The role responds to station trouble and emergency call-outs, analyzes conditions after failures, performs repairs when safe and practicable, and coordinates restoration of service, including emergency switching. The employee may also perform related and incidental work as assigned. The position assumes ownership of assigned stations, conducts scheduled inspections, performs minor repairs and maintenance, and reports major repair needs. Duties include operating and maintaining station equipment and communication systems, supporting NERC compliance, collecting and reporting asset data, tracking inspection workplans, completing environmental and security checks, and maintaining station records, tools, equipment, and work areas. The Station Servicer may lead or assist with work, direct assigned helpers, participate in safety meetings and training, and must respond to a high percentage of call-out assignments. The position requires an associate degree in electrical, mechanical, or industrial maintenance technology, or qualifying equivalent education and experience; satisfactory qualifying work experience; and a valid Class A commercial driver's license. Considerable travel may be required. The role includes heavy physical work and requires successfully completing the Physical Abilities Test.

Requirements

Associate degree in electrical, mechanical, or industrial maintenance technology, or qualifying equivalent education and/or experience.
Equivalent education and experience is limited to military technical/technician training and work experience (such as aviation or nuclear instrumentation technician), or recent experience within the last six months as a Station Electrician or equivalent role with another electric utility or contractor.
Satisfactory work experience as a Station Servicer A for 24 months, or 24 months of satisfactory work experience as a Station Electrician A with additional requirements.
Must have performed the duties and possess the qualifications of Station Electrician A or Station Servicer A, and qualify through Company demonstration, examination, and/or performance appraisal, including a demonstrated high level of response to overtime calls.
Thorough working knowledge of electricity and the construction, maintenance, operation, and function of station equipment and related standards.
Thorough working knowledge of Transmission Policies and Procedures.
Education equivalent to high school graduation and completion of a two-year associate degree in electrical, mechanical, or industrial maintenance technology, or qualifying equivalent education and/or experience.
Ability to receive, interpret, and transmit instructions clearly and precisely and work from electrical drawings.
Thorough understanding of switching procedures and methods, including emergency response and extra-high-voltage practices.
Ability to interact courteously and professionally with customers and other employees.
Ability to plan work and properly instruct and brief others.
Valid Class A commercial driver's license, which must be maintained.
Must meet vehicle operation requirements designated by federal and/or state law.
Understanding of Company safety rules and practices and proficiency in resuscitation and First Aid as presented in the Company Safety Manual.
Must successfully complete the Physical Abilities Test (PAT).
Considerable travel may be required to complete work assignments.

Responsibilities

Respond to emergency calls regarding station trouble; analyze station conditions after failures, make repairs when safe and practicable, and coordinate prompt service restoration, including emergency switching.
Perform routine and emergency substation switching as directed and in accordance with station procedures, including switching for line construction and maintenance and EHV switching as necessary.
Assume ownership of assigned stations, inspect them on schedule, oversee maintenance contractors as required, make minor repairs, and report major repair needs.
Perform minor maintenance, including LTC filter replacements, gas additions to breakers and transformers, fan motor and contactor replacement, and animal mitigation repairs.
Repair FACTS devices and unique station equipment in the assigned area.
Collect asset-management data; report unusual conditions and meter readings; check relays, batteries, chargers, temperatures, regulators, pumps, cooling equipment, and supplies; renew transformer fuses and change nitrogen tanks as required.
Follow DC Supply Maintenance and commissioning procedures to support NERC compliance and proper equipment operation; lead DC Supply installation and repair work in the area and ensure proper documentation.
Periodically inspect radios, carrier current, telemetering, pilot wire, control equipment, and other communication systems to ensure NERC compliance.
Monitor and track station inspection workplan progress and report on assigned stations.
Perform minor environmental cleanup, report environmental issues, and collect oil samples for periodic testing.
Inspect station perimeters, investigate theft and vandalism of Company station facilities, and coordinate with law enforcement authorities as required.
Maintain station lighting and security systems, including replacing control cells, outdoor light lamps, and batteries as required.
Operate automotive equipment and associated equipment and perform duties incidental to its operation.
Keep tools, equipment, and work areas clean and orderly.
Maintain records and prepare and submit required reports using standard asset software within required intervals.
Assist with departmental safety meetings and training other employees.
Assist employees of equal or higher classification and direct the work of employees assigned to assist.
Follow Company safety rules, operating regulations, and practices, and report unsafe conditions and practices.
Perform similar or less skilled work as assigned.
Respond to a high percentage of call-out assignments.