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System Protection Technician
Job Description
Length of Assignment: 6 months –possibility to extend based on performance/position need
Note:
Years of Experience:
T1: 0-1 years of experience with min of AA degree - Payrate: $30.23
T2: 2+ years of experience with min of AA degree –Payrate: $33.75
Military service members and veterans with ranks from E4-E6, W1-W2, or O1-O3 with the appropriate equivalent combination of education and years of experience as outlined in the “Education Section”are strongly encouraged to apply.
Job Summary:
This position involves assisting seasoned technicians while expanding upon skills and competencies by taking on more complex responsibilities related to the installation, maintenance, and corrective actions associated with protective relaying schemes, communication systems, SCADA components, and other Operational Technology (OT) systems used in field facilities. This position builds on foundational knowledge, allowing individuals to perform System Protection tasks with greater independence and proficiency. Individuals in this role will be expected to interpret engineering design packages and execute tasks during both construction projects and maintenance activities. This role provides an opportunity to increase technical competence and scope while continuing to develop within a structured environment.
Responsibilities:
Participate in or lead Pre-Job Briefs to identify hazards and critical tasks. Proper application of electrical clearance boundary (tagout) and Human Performance work zone strategies. Coordinate with various project stakeholders during construction activities to ensure successful project completion. Verify the functionality of protection and communications assets during installation to meet engineering design specifications. Confirm primary equipment operates in accordance with manufacturer's design specifications. Conduct acceptance testing of voltage and current sensing devices independently. Verification of engineering protective relay setpoints and logic equations. Aid in the installation of network-based protection schemes or other protection schemes utilizing new technologies. Perform maintenance activities to ensure system reliability and regulatory compliance. Perform electromechanical/microprocessor relay repair and troubleshooting activities with minimal guidance.
Required Knowledge, Skills, Abilities & Experience:
Basic Qualifications:
Education Requirements:
Disciplines Preferred:
Licenses, Certifications, or Quals Description:
Working Conditions:
Note:
Years of Experience:
T1: 0-1 years of experience with min of AA degree - Payrate: $30.23
T2: 2+ years of experience with min of AA degree –Payrate: $33.75
Military service members and veterans with ranks from E4-E6, W1-W2, or O1-O3 with the appropriate equivalent combination of education and years of experience as outlined in the “Education Section”are strongly encouraged to apply.
Job Summary:
This position involves assisting seasoned technicians while expanding upon skills and competencies by taking on more complex responsibilities related to the installation, maintenance, and corrective actions associated with protective relaying schemes, communication systems, SCADA components, and other Operational Technology (OT) systems used in field facilities. This position builds on foundational knowledge, allowing individuals to perform System Protection tasks with greater independence and proficiency. Individuals in this role will be expected to interpret engineering design packages and execute tasks during both construction projects and maintenance activities. This role provides an opportunity to increase technical competence and scope while continuing to develop within a structured environment.
Responsibilities:
Participate in or lead Pre-Job Briefs to identify hazards and critical tasks. Proper application of electrical clearance boundary (tagout) and Human Performance work zone strategies. Coordinate with various project stakeholders during construction activities to ensure successful project completion. Verify the functionality of protection and communications assets during installation to meet engineering design specifications. Confirm primary equipment operates in accordance with manufacturer's design specifications. Conduct acceptance testing of voltage and current sensing devices independently. Verification of engineering protective relay setpoints and logic equations. Aid in the installation of network-based protection schemes or other protection schemes utilizing new technologies. Perform maintenance activities to ensure system reliability and regulatory compliance. Perform electromechanical/microprocessor relay repair and troubleshooting activities with minimal guidance.
Required Knowledge, Skills, Abilities & Experience:
- 1-2+ years of directly related experience electrical, electro-mechanical, and/or utility scale protection experience.
- Understanding of substation equipment and protection system components found within the substation. Knowledge of Company commissioning practices, maintenance work practices, acceptance testing criteria, and associated communications systems.
- Skills: Strong organizational skills;Excellent verbal and written communication;Proficient computer knowledge.
- Abilities: Use of departmental test equipment;Navigate and interpret control drawings, schematics, and equipment nameplates;Recognize electrical hazards;Self-motivated and capable of working independently.
- This role is not a cyber security role.
Basic Qualifications:
- Education Minimum Requirements
- Associate preferred in Electrical Engineering Technology
Education Requirements:
- Education Level: Degree or an equivalent combination of education and demonstrated related experience may be accepted in lieu of preferred level of education: Associate
- Military service members and veterans with ranks from E4-E6, W1-W2, or O1-O3 with the appropriate equivalent combination of education and years of experience as outlined in the “Education Section”are strongly encouraged to apply.
Disciplines Preferred:
- Electrical & Electronic Engineering Technology Electromechanical Technology
- Electronics Technology Instrumentation Technology Mechatronic Technology
- Other disciplines may be substituted for the preferred discipline(s) listed above.
Licenses, Certifications, or Quals Description:
- Due to equipment weight limits, individuals in this role have a weight restriction of 290 pounds.
- Due to after-hours response (call-out), individuals must live approximately 1 hour from designated work location.
Working Conditions:
- Cold 76-100%
- Office Work Environment Up to 25% Operating Machinery 76-100%
- Outdoors 76-100%
- Heat 76-100%
- Travel Up to 25%
- Other Working Conditions
- Will require working in hot or cold temperatures and/or inclement weather.
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