JOB
JOB SUMMARYUnder minimal supervision, perform installation, testing and maintenance activities for Electric Utility communications, relaying, measurement, and monitoring and control equipment installed and associated with the operation of the Electric Utility.
EXAMPLE OF DUTIES
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONSInstalls, enhances, troubleshoots, tests, calibrates, and repairs systems and/or equipment including supervisory control and data acquisition, substation controls, and distribution automation.Performs and oversees the maintenance, inspection, and testing of medium voltage electrical distribution and substation electrical equipment (e.g. power cables, circuit breakers, transformers, OCBs, switches, motors, meters, relays, remote terminal units, relay communications systems, fault recording systems, and fault locating systems, etc.) in accordance with established reliability programs. Analyzes and enhances the effectiveness of the reliability programs.Configures intelligent electronic devices for electric system automation (e.g. protective relays, solid state meters, remote terminal units, etc.) using applicable manufacturer's software.Assists with engineering design changes.Utilizes the distribution mapping system for research and corrections.Uses various electrician hand tools (e.g. screwdrivers, pliers, wire cutters, etc.).Configures and tests protective relays. Configures and tests electronic measuring systems.Performs trip checks, point-to-point checks, circuit analysis, and in-service checks of substation equipment.Maintains documentation for all systems.Provides technical support for distribution maintenance and operation, engineering and design, and metering divisions as needed.Monitors the distribution system to ensure proper, reliable operations within the Utility's established policies, procedures, and regulations.Performs other routine and/or specialized duties relative to area of assignment as required.Miscellaneous: Attends meetings, training sessions, and/or workshops.
SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION
CORE COMPETENCIESEffective verbal and written communication skills.Ability to read/prepare correspondence, reports, and other departmental documentation.Must be able to maintain positive working relationships with City departments and personnel, outside agencies, contractors, vendors, suppliers, and the general public.Ability to successfully manage priorities and processes.Ability to work with frequent interruptions and changes in priorities. PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORKING CONDITIONSPhysical requirements include lifting up to 40 pounds occasionally.Subject to sitting, handling, fine dexterity, vision, hearing, and talking frequently; standing, walking, lifting, carrying, pushing/pulling, reaching, climbing, and balancing occasionally; bending, twisting, and foot controls rarely.Working conditions involves sitting for extended periods of time.Working conditions occasionally involves being outside for extended periods of time. Safety Sensitive Position. WORK HOURS8:00am - 5:00pmMonday - Friday