University Graduate, Field Services Technician I - Multiple Locations

Dashiell•Deer Park, TX

18h

About The Position

Primary Function: The Technician I will perform electrical testing, maintenance, and start-ups of high voltage substations. Assignments are closely supervised and designed to further develop employee job knowledge and abilities. Duties & Responsibilities: Employee may be called upon to perform any or all the following functions: Perform electrical testing services on power apparatus, substations, and switchgear included (but not limited to) the following: - Protective relays and relaying systems - Circuit breakers - Power transformers - Current and potential transformers - Meters, transducers, and power system metering - Power Cables - Grounding Systems - Motors and Motor Starters - Station Batteries and Chargers - Alarm Systems and Annunciator Perform troubleshooting and problem identification and analysis. Make recommendations regarding corrective action and/or repairs. Generate technical reports detailing services provided, problems found, and corrective action taken or recommended. Represent the company in a professional manner with regards to communicating and interfacing with clients. Communicate effectively with the company management team on a regular basis regarding project status and the scheduling of manpower and equipment. Make safety a top priority, realizing that the company has Zero Tolerance for those who do otherwise. Other duties as required.

Requirements

Currently enrolled in a university with a graduation date between December 2024 and August 2025.
Currently majoring in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Engineering Technology, or related field is required.
Must be eligible to work in the U.S., currently and in the future, without visa sponsorship.
Must have a valid driver’s license with clean driving record
Must have, or be able to obtain, a TWIC card
Must pass pre-employment Drug, Alcohol and Background Checks; must continue to pass all random and client required Drug, Alcohol and Background Checks
Ability to travel up to 25% with flexibility for frequent overtime required

Nice To Haves

Prior internship and/or related work experience is a plus.
Demonstrated knowledge of The Power Triangle
Ability to understand the basics of one-line, three-line, AC/DC schemes, and connection diagrams
Demonstrate a solid understanding of the purpose of a current transformer and a potential transformer
Ability to perform basic current transformer tests
Ability to define typical AC & DC fundamentals
Working knowledge of IEEE, ANSI, ICEA, and NETA standards
Basic knowledge of various metering configurations and connections
Proven knowledge of Vacuum versus Air Circuit Breakers
Ability to understand the basic function and operation of an oil circuit breaker and a Gas Circuit Breaker
Ability to understand the basics of a Potential Transformer (PT), Coupling Capacitor Voltage Transformer (CCVT), and a Current Transformer (CT)
Understand the major components of a power transformer
Basic knowledge of motor ratings and motor testing as applied to rotating machinery
Proven knowledge of a capacitor bank and the different capacitor types
Basic knowledge of electrical components, devices, and symbols
Proven communication skills, both oral and written, to convey thoughts, and facts to a diverse group of individuals including administrators, engineers, and senior management
Demonstrated knowledge of the various functions and difference between protective relay types
Understand the purpose of primary and secondary phasing
Ability to work effectively in a team based environment
Demonstrated proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite (Outlook, Word, Excel)
Ability to work safely in hazardous situations within high voltage substations, petrochemical plants, refineries, and other safety critical locations

Responsibilities

Perform electrical testing services on power apparatus, substations, and switchgear
Perform troubleshooting and problem identification and analysis.
Make recommendations regarding corrective action and/or repairs.
Generate technical reports detailing services provided, problems found, and corrective action taken or recommended.
Represent the company in a professional manner with regards to communicating and interfacing with clients.
Communicate effectively with the company management team on a regular basis regarding project status and the scheduling of manpower and equipment.
Make safety a top priority

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