Journeyman Systems Technician / Systems Technician - System Protection - Shawnee

Western Farmers Electric Cooperative•Shawnee, OK

3d•Onsite

About The Position

This position may be filled at either the Systems Technician or Journeyman Systems Technician level. Under the direct supervision of the Systems Technicians Supervisor, the technician supports electrical, electronic, and communications systems used to control, protect, and maintain the transmission system. Technicians specialize in one area while supporting the other as needed. Areas include electromechanical and microprocessor-based relays, substation automation, and metering. Work includes maintaining, repairing, installing, and calibrating specialized equipment. The role involves installing and calibrating equipment for metering, relaying, and substation automation; configuring and programming meters and relays; interpreting device and system data; resolving requests from Operations, Engineering, and Transmission & Distribution Services; and commissioning and documenting tests at switch stations and substations. The technician may oversee contractors, perform communications-related work, coordinate clearances and switching orders with Transmission Operators, and document work for applicable NERC compliance. The position requires maintaining a safe and orderly work environment, following safety procedures, participating in training, and training others on assigned equipment. For the Journeyman level, the role requires at least one year at the Systems Technician level, unless qualifying through completion of a recognized system protection apprenticeship. The position is safety-sensitive and requires residence within 30 miles of the specified work location. Schedules may involve overtime, weekends, holidays, extensive overnight travel, and short-notice overnight travel.

Requirements

For the Systems Technician level: an associate 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 system protection apprentice training program is also qualifying.
Experience may substitute for education at a rate of two years of experience for one year of education.
Troubleshooting and problem-resolution skills involving a wide range of communications equipment, with experience in one or more of communications systems, metering, protective relaying, or 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 with other employees.
Ability to perform basic arithmetic, calculate rates, ratios, and percentages, and interpret bar graphs.
Ability to solve practical problems and interpret written, oral, diagram, or schedule-based instructions.
Experience using a personal computer running Microsoft Office applications.
Maintain a current and valid State of Oklahoma driver's license.
Live within a 30-mile radius of the specified work location.
Meet the physical and environmental requirements of the position, including lifting 50 pounds or more, climbing, working at heights, and working near high voltages.

Nice To Haves

Experience with software applications used for communication, programming, and testing of systems.

Responsibilities

Install, repair, and calibrate components for metering, relaying, and substation automation, including equipment that transmits data to Energy Management or Substation Automation systems.
Resolve system problem requests from Operations, Engineering, and Transmission & Distribution Services personnel in a timely manner.
Configure and program meters and relays, and interpret their data to diagnose issues with devices, the transmission system, or substations.
Conduct commissioning tests at 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.
Perform communications-related duties as needed.
Maintain tools, equipment, and the work environment in a safe, clean, and orderly condition; follow OSHA and WFEC safety procedures.
Coordinate clearances and switching orders with Transmission Operators to support safe operations.
Participate in training to maintain job-related knowledge and skills, and train other personnel in the use of assigned equipment.
Support Systems Technicians in the other specialty area as needed.
Document work for applicable NERC compliance requirements.