Substation Control Technician
Substation Control Technician
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USD 38 - 45
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Job Description
CVEC is looking for a Substation Control Technician responsible for the installation operation testing and maintenance of all electronic components used in power delivery monitoring and control.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following:
Install program test troubleshoot calibrate operate and maintain advanced electronic equipment including protective relays recloser controls voltage regulator controls RTUs metering battery chargers and other electronic substation devices.
Plan install and test power controls and communications circuits for substation equipment in accordance with drawings and schematics. Circuit types may include AC and DC power/controls fiber and copper communications cables.
Develop equipment communication maps using DNP protocol for devicetodevice and devicetomaster communications.
Use a variety of tools and test equipment in commissioning and maintenance including volt meter ammeter turns ratio tester current injection equipment etc.
Inspect substation equipment to identify defects and other failures.
Create and revise interconnection drawings and diagrams for new substation equipment additions and modifications.
Maintain assigned tools test equipment materials and vehicle in safe operating condition. Maintain adequate stock of parts and materials in vehicle.
Read and interpret system maps drawings and technical data.
EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE
Associates degree in the electrical or electronics technology and five years of related experience; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
Experience with an electric utility or similar business is preferred.
Troubleshooting experience in electronics instrumentation and controls
KNOWLEDGE SKILLS & ABILITIES
Knowledge of electronic wiring grounding and AC and DC control circuits.
Knowledge of OSHA electrical safety standards and lockout/tagout procedures.
Proficient in the use of laptop computers using Microsoft operating systems and office software.
Ability to use technical software to program and test electronic relays meters and controls.
Ability to read and interpret electrical drawings diagrams and related technical material.
Ability to work with minimal supervision and in a team environment on complex electronic systems.
Ability to work effectively with other employees and the public.
Ability to work overtime hours as needed.
- Valid Virginia Drivers License
PREFERRED
- Technical knowledge of protective relays distribution automation equipment and instrumentation is preferred.
- Fiber Optic Termination Training
- Experience with Schweitzer Engineering Laboratories (SEL) equipment and software.
- Knowledge of serial and Ethernet communications systems and DNP protocol.
- Experience working in substations.
- Knowledge of singlephase and threephase power systems and understanding of power flow and control
- Knowledge of the National Electric Safety Code as it pertains to working in an energized substation
CVEC offers competitive benefits including Health/Dental/Vision Insurance Life and Disability Insurances Elective and NonElective 401k; Generous Annual Paid Time Off.
Only qualified electronic job submissions will be considered for employment. If you need an accommodation during the application process due to a disability please send an email to: and your request will be forwarded to the appropriate person.
CVEC is an Equal Opportunity Employer and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any kind. CVEC is committed to the principle of equal employment opportunity for all employees and to providing employees with a work environment free of discrimination and harassment. All employment decisions are based on business needs job requirements and individual qualifications. CVEC will not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment on the basis of race color religion sex sexual orientation gender identity (including gender expression) national origin age marital status genetic information pregnancy disability family military or veteran status or any other status protected by state or federal law.
Equal Opportunity Employer/Affirmative Action Employer: Disability/Veteran
CVEC reserves the right to alter change modify and/or terminate this job posting at any time without notice or obligation to any party.
Required Experience:
IC
Employment Type
Full-Time
