What are the responsibilities and job description for the Substation Tech position at Central Texas Electric Co-op?
Job Description
Job Description
Salary : DOE
Position Summary :
Responsible for system operations including calibration, commissioning, inspection, maintenance, and repairs of substation equipment such as transformers, voltage regulators, breakers, protective relays, and other technical equipment. Assist with any technical problems.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities :
- Perform maintenance and inspection on substation equipment by following a time-based maintenance program according to the Cooperatives Substation Equipment Maintenance Standards Plan, manufacturer recommendations, and NERC compliance.
- Maintain and repair OCRs, transformers, and regulators. Performs tests and repairs as directed.
- Assist in the construction of substations. Assist in the installation of equipment in substations.
- Assist personnel of District Offices with problems relating to technical equipment.
- Read and interpret blueprints and work orders, applying this knowledge in the field.
- Test and inspect substation battery banks and chargers by strap impedance, cell voltage, cell impedance, specific gravity, temperature, charging current, and bank voltage.
- Analyze test results on equipment and recommend practical cost-effective solutions for equipment performance and repair.
- Responsible for compliance with the Cooperative's safety rules, safety policies, and procedures.
- In addition to these responsibilities, may be assigned by the District Operations Supervisor to perform other duties from time to time.
Education :
High school diploma or equivalency is required. Must possess or be able to obtain CPR and First Aid certification.
Experience :
Must have a working knowledge of REA construction specifications, which include all residential service, commercial services, single-phase, two-phase, and three-phase line construction. Must have a working knowledge of substation maintenance and working with protective relay equipment.
Knowledge :
Must possess knowledge of theories of voltage regulation, fault current, and coordination of line protection devices in order to perform responsibilities. Must be familiar with the feeds of all transmission lines and distribution substations and the operation of all substations and switching stations.
Abilities and Skills :
Working Environment :
The individual must be willing to work in all adverse and inclement weather conditions.