$42.13 per hour Minimum Starting Base Pay* + KPI Bonuses + Competitive Benefits
Qualifications may warrant greater starting base pay within the full pay range. Individual base pay is determined by experience, job-related skills, and relevant education or training.
PHYSICAL OFFICE LOCATION:
PEC Haley Road Offices - 300 Haley Road, Johnson City, TX 78636
Position Summary
This position is responsible for performing duties required in the commissioning, inspection, maintenance and repair of distribution protective, regulatory, switching and communication systems associated with the grid infrastructure.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
Execute all power quality initiatives, implement and maintain a predictive maintenance approach
Provide support and technical knowledge for capital improvement projects
Execute a condition based maintenance program for all distribution equipment
Perform equipment maintenance cycles based on manufacturers' recommendations and industry best practices, including Voltage Regulators, Reclosers, Switchgear and Capacitors
Conduct equipment inspections on voltage regulators, capacitors, reclosers, sectionalizes and switches
Perform minor in-house repairs on voltage regulators, i.e., gasket replacements
Collect fluid quality oil samples and conduct dissolved gas analysis to determine operating status of equipment
Execute an annual inspection program for voltage regulators, capacitors, reclosers, sectionalizes, switches and other key equipment
Properly collect dissolved gas analysis, fluid quality oil samples and perform inspections for corrective action
Conduct specialized equipment testing, transformer turns ratio, digital low resistance ohmmeter, fluid dielectric tests, power factor, winding resistance, sweep frequency response analysis, infra-red analysis.
Conduct electrical testing, including transformer turns ratio, digital low resistance ohmmeter, fluid dialectic tests, power factor, winding resistance, sweep frequency response analysis, etc.
Ability to Interpret test results and make maintenance/repair recommendations.
Provide technical support to grid modernization initiatives
Follow commissioning and testing protocols for feeder automation and self healing networks
Execute power quality programs and assist in resolution of power quality related issues across the Cooperative
Carry out programs to achieve long range goals that support the Cooperative's Strategic Plan
Provide technical expertise regarding device operations including microprocessor controls, battery chargers, line device recorders, etc.
Manage duties and responsibilities within the Cooperative's annual financial goals
Ensure adherence to quality standards, deadlines and proper procedures
Adhere to corporate and departmental policies, procedures and service standards in conjunction with management
Follow work procedures and company policies
Carry out operating procedures
Execute work priorities and activities
Coordinate activities with other departments
• Maintain the security of confidential information
• Stay abreast of advances in technology
• Demonstrate regular and prompt attendance
• Performs other related duties as necessary or assigned.
Supervisory and/or Leadership Responsibilities
None
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
Knowledge of business and management principles including strategic planning, resource allocation, leadership techniques and budgeting
Knowledge of using computer systems, which may include setting up and using hardware and software programs, programming relay elements, programming DNP for remote operated equipment, entering data or processing inspection information
Knowledge of principles of electricity, safety practices and codes
Knowledge of electric power industry construction, regulatory and switching standards
Knowledge of testing equipment including uF meter, RND meter, Hi-pot, Meg-Ohm, Turns Ratio, DLRO (Ductor), Primary Current Injection and FLIR
Skilled in handling difficult or complex problems and in resolving complaints or disputes
Skilled in establishing and communicating metrics
Skilled in time management
Skilled in prioritizing and managing changing priorities
Skilled in anticipating, identifying, analyzing and resolving conflict and problems
Ability to read one-line and wiring diagrams
Ability to teach others how to set up and disseminate information from various types of voltage testing equipment
Ability to train and teach others the art of troubleshooting and the safe, timely manner of power restoration, including substations, distribution and residential lines
Ability to communicate effectively verbally and in writing
Ability to listen and understand information verbally and in writing
Minimum Qualifications - (Education, Experience, Certification, & Licensing)
Associate's Degree in a related field
Directly related experience may substitute for education
Five years combined experience as a Technical Services Technician 1 or equivalent and/or DOL Journeyman
DOL Journeyman Certification preferred
Valid Texas Class A CDL or ability to obtain within 6 months
Physical Demands and Work Environment
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
The employee may be required to stand; reach with hands and arms, stoop and kneel
The employee may be required to sit or stand for long periods of time
The employee may be required to lift, carry, push, pull or move up to 50 pounds
The employee may be required to travel
The employee must be available for call out duty
The employee will routinely utilize Personal Protective Equipment
The employee is frequently exposed to outside weather conditions including wet and/or humid conditions
The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate to loud
Exempt employees receive a fixed bi-weekly salary to compensate them for all hours worked during each pay period
This position may be required to work more than 40 hours per week
This description is intended to indicate the kinds of tasks and levels of work difficulty required of the position given this title and shall not be construed as declaring what the specific duties and responsibilities of any particular position shall be. It is not intended to limit or in any way modify the right of management to assign, direct and control the work of employees under supervision. The listing of essential duties and responsibilities shall not be held to exclude other duties that may be assigned based on the needs of the Cooperative.
Pedernales Electric Cooperative is an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, disability, protected Veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.
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