Apprentice (Relay) 1st Year

POSTING DEADLINE

This position is posted until filled.

JOB DESCRIPTION

Apprentice (Relay) 1st Year

Union: $39.76 per hour

DEPARTMENT: RELAY

DUTIES: Under direct supervision of relay journeyman for assigned duties and full supervision of the Apprenticeship Committee for educational and training purposes.

Performs a variety of duties in the shop and field by assisting in the maintenance, adjustment, testing, installing, and servicing of relay protective and control equipment. Works around energized equipment.
Accompanies journeyman on field trips and assists by obtaining materials, tools, and equipment required on the project; becomes familiar with electrical terminology, equipment, and location of relay devices. Performs other various duties such as pulling cable, terminating, installing, etc.
Performs various duties in the shop by becoming familiar with rubber protective equipment, fuse pullers, insulation testers, locking devices, voltage testers, fire extinguishers, and electrical blueprint reading.
Assists in shop projects by operating electric drills, electric saws, and other equipment.
Performs shop duties in becoming familiar with the proper use of electrical apparatus such as timers, relays, fittings, meters, and instruments.
Studies location, identity, and basic operation of power sources such as capacitor banks, switchboard rooms, transformer vaults, alarm systems, and electronic communication systems.
Assists in maintaining shop cleanliness, dusting, and storing of electrical equipment and materials.
Receives instruction in first aid and the use and maintenance of safety devices and protective equipment and is responsible for the safe and proper performance of all duties in accordance with safety rules and policies established by the Company.
Required by the Apprenticeship Committee to fulfill the first-year educational requirements.
Performs other related and assigned duties.

SAFETY AND ADA 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:
If you require assistance with the job application process due to a disability, please contact HR ADA Analyst, at 505-241-4627.