Journeyman Systems Technician /Systems Technician - System Protection - Hugo

Western Farmers Electric Cooperative•Hugo, OK

1d•Onsite

About The Position

WFEC may fill this position as either a Systems Technician - System Protection or a Journeyman Systems Technician - System Protection. Under the direct supervision of the Systems Technicians Supervisor, the role supports the electrical, electronic, and communications systems used to control, protect, and maintain the transmission system. Technicians specialize in one area while supporting the other specialty area as needed. Areas include electromechanical and microprocessor-based relays, substation automation, and metering. The work includes maintaining, repairing, installing, and calibrating specialized equipment and systems. The Journeyman level requires at least one year of Systems Technician-level experience in addition to the applicable education, experience, or qualifying apprenticeship requirements. Both levels perform system-protection work involving metering, relaying, substation automation, communications support, problem resolution, equipment configuration and testing, safety, documentation, and coordination with Transmission Operators. The position requires residence within 30 miles of the specified work location and may involve overtime, weekends, holidays, extensive overnight travel, and overnight travel on short notice. This is a safety-sensitive position.

Requirements

For the Systems Technician level: an associate's degree or equivalent from a two-year college or technical school in a related field, five years of directly related experience, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
For the Journeyman Systems Technician level: the Systems Technician education and experience qualification, plus a minimum of one year at the Systems Technician level.
Completion of a recognized apprenticeship training program in system protection may qualify.
Experience may be substituted for education at a rate of two years of experience for one year of education.
Troubleshooting and problem-resolution skills related to a wide range of communications equipment.
Experience with one or more of the following: communications systems, metering, protective relaying, and EMS/SCADA systems.
Ability to read and interpret safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals; write routine reports and correspondence; and speak effectively to other employees.
Ability to perform arithmetic with whole numbers, fractions, and decimals; compute rates, ratios, and percentages; and draw and interpret bar graphs.
Ability to solve practical problems, work with concrete variables where standardization is limited, and interpret written, oral, diagrammatic, or schedule-based instructions.
Experience using a personal computer running Microsoft Office applications.
Must maintain a current and valid State of Oklahoma driver's license.
Must live within a 30-mile radius of the specified work location.
Must be able to meet the stated physical and environmental requirements, including the ability to lift, push, pull, or carry weights of 50 pounds or more; work at heights and in confined spaces; and work near high voltages.

Nice To Haves

Experience with software applications used for communications, programming, and testing of systems is desired.
Completion of a recognized apprenticeship training program in system protection is qualifying.

Responsibilities

Install, repair, and calibrate components for metering, relaying, and substation automation, including systems that transmit data to the Energy Management System or Substation Automation system where applicable.
Resolve system problem requests from Operations, Engineering, and Transmission & Distribution Services personnel in an efficient and timely manner.
Configure or program meters and relays and interpret their data to resolve issues involving devices, the transmission system, or substations.
Conduct commissioning tests of new or existing switch stations and substations and document testing for system reliability and applicable NERC compliance.
Direct or oversee contractors installing metering, relaying, or related components, ensuring proper installation and documentation during commissioning.
Perform communications-related duties as needed to support communications functions.
Maintain tools, equipment, and the work environment in a safe, clean, and orderly condition.
Follow safety procedures and comply with OSHA and WFEC safety rules, policies, and procedures.
Coordinate with Transmission Operators on clearances and switching orders to ensure safe operations.
Participate in training to maintain current job knowledge and skills.
Train other personnel in the use of specifically assigned equipment as required.
Support Systems Technicians by performing duties in the other specialty area as required.
Document work for applicable NERC compliance requirements.