| Substation & Transmission Technician I - II Elkins, AR, USA Power Delivery/ Full Time Arkansas Electric Cooperative Corporation (AECC) is an organization with a rich history and a bright future. As a leader in the energy industry we look to our employees to help us grow, change, and provide power to over 500,000 members of our 17 electric distribution cooperatives. A Technician – Substation and Transmission provides the technical skills and responsibility required to soundly construct, properly maintain, and reliably operate power delivery systems. In this position, you will be given the opportunity to work alongside peers who are versatile, enthusiastic, and continuing to strive to push AECC and our mission forward. Responsibilities - Participates in the installation, maintenance and testing programs for AECC’s or member cooperatives' substations and transmission lines.
- Ensures compliance with AECC’s Prescribed System Maintenance and Testing Program and NERC Compliance and recordkeeping associated with AECC maintenance and tracking forms and documents.
- Participates in the dispatch of inventory of parts and supplies used in substation maintenance and transmission line construction, inspection, and maintenance procedures.
- Reads substation data, collects and logs data and visually inspects equipment at each substation and report problems.
- Maintains and uses test equipment and tools used for construction, operations, and maintenance of substation equipment including breakers, transformers, regulators, switches and transmission lines.
- Performs inspection of substations and transmission lines during prescribed inspection intervals.
- Assists with the inspection, use and maintenance of mobile substations located within a district or region.
- Instructs and trains technician helpers on technical, operational and safety standards.
- Participates in safety meetings on a monthly basis, including technical topics. Implements safety in the work area.
- Must be able to work with minimal supervision on assigned projects, including logging and maintaining documents suitable for NERC compliance.
- Performs directed switching with written switching orders.
- Must be able to successfully complete prescribed NLC course lessons in Power Delivery Department training program or other prescribed training program as required
- The ability to handle stress and work well with others are essential functions of this position.
Minimum Qualifications - In pursuant of the Arkansas Medical Marijuana Act 593, this position is a designated safety-sensitive position according to AECC/AECI standards and processes
- EEI Position Testing will be conducted as part of the selection process
- Must be able to obtain CIP clearance access
- Position requires overnight travel throughout the state of Arkansas and Oklahoma and response when required during irregular work hours.
- Valid Driver’s License
- Technician I:
- High School Diploma or GED, plus 2 years related experience and/or training. Or equivalent combination of education and experience.
- Ability to pass the Substation and Transmission Technician I qualification tests within 1 year
- Technician II:
- High School Diploma or GED, plus 5 years related experience and/or training. Or equivalent combination of education and experience.
- Ability to pass the Substation and Transmission Technician II qualification tests within 1 year
Preferred Qualifications - Associate Degree in Electronics, Civil/Electrical Engineering Technology, Construction Management or equivalent
- Formal training and/or Certification in Circuit Breaker, Power Transformer, and/or Transmission Line Maintenance and Testing.
- Mobile Crane Operator Certification
- Training and Certification in Doble, Megger, Dilo, and similar test equipment
- Journeyman Electrician License or Master Electrician License
- Substation Technician Certification
Benefits - 2 Retirement Plan Options
- Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance
- 9 Paid holidays
- Educational assistance
- Paid time off accruals
- Short-term disability
- Long-term disability
- Free & confidential Employee Assistance Program
EEO/AA/M/F/VETS/DISABLED Should you elect to apply for this position, AECC/AECI will review your qualifications. If after reviewing the qualifications and experience of all applicants, your skills and credentials meet our needs, someone from our organization may contact you. Please be advised that the time required to complete the applicant review process typically takes between 30 and 90 days, but could extend beyond that. Once the position has been filled, all applicants will be notified via email. Arkansas Electric Cooperative Corporation and Arkansas Electric Cooperatives, Inc. are Equal Opportunity Workplace and an Affirmative Action Employers. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, age or any other protected category. |
