POSTING DEADLINE

This position is posted until filled.

JOB DESCRIPTION

DEPARTMENT: COMMUNICATIONS AND RELAY
DUTIES: Under direct supervision of relay journeyman for assigned duties and full supervision of the Apprenticeship Committee for educational and training purposes.
Assists as directed in the testing, cleaning, installation and maintenance of relays and related equipment on a Companywide basis. Works around energized equipment.
Assists in calibration and testing of relay and control circuits and becomes familiar with the theory of symmetrical components.
Connects accessories and equipment to special testing devices to determine voltage under different loads, output and input of power at various operating temperatures, amount of current at different voltages, meggar tests, short circuits and open circuits; corrects and makes adjustments of moving parts, screws, bolts, nuts, and springs by using hand tools.
Accompanies supervisor to operation or installation areas and assists in maintenance, installation, testing, or inspecting as assigned. Performs various other duties such as pulling cable, terminating, installing, etc.
Performs various shop duties and may clean, adjust, repair, and calibrate electrical instruments and control devices such as voltmeters, recording gauges, relays, thermostats, motor starting boxes, and other delicate electrical and electronic apparatus.
Receives instruction on power shutdown procedures, working on energized equipment, tagging of equipment, and notification of proper operating personnel and performs switching operations.
Becomes familiar with the theory and application of electrical and electronic circuitry and control systems including transformers, reactors, rectifiers, power-stats, batteries, capacitors, resistors, tubes, solid state devices, etc.
Works with schematic diagrams, blueprints, and pictorial floor plan layouts.
Receives safety instruction and administers first aid to injured persons when necessary. Performs all duties in a safe and proper manner in accordance with safety rules and policies established by the Company.
Required by the Apprenticeship Committee to fulfill the third-year educational requirements.
Performs other related and assigned duties.

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY STATEMENT

Safety Statement:
Safety is a core value at (TXNM Energy/PNM/TNMP) and our vision, "everyone goes home safe", reflects our commitment to promoting an environment conducive to learning, improving and building safety practices. Our safety value is built upon the belief that every employee deserves to work in an environment free from harm.

Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) Statement:
TXNM Energy is committed to providing reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities in compliance with the ADA. If you require assistance with the job application process due to a disability, please contact HR ADA Analyst, at 505-241-4627.

DEI Statement:
At TXNM Energy, we value the diversity of our workforce and actively seek opportunities for incorporating Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) within our family of companies. We believe a diverse workforce enriches our environment and helps us better meet the needs of our employees, customers, and shareholders. We remain committed to attracting and sustaining a diverse workforce and retaining high-performing employees who work collaboratively to carry out the Company's purpose.

TXNM Energy and affiliates are Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employers. Women, minorities, disabled individuals and veterans are encouraged to apply.