Substation Installation Technician III… at Arkansas… · Location…

GENERAL DESCRIPTION OF POSITION

Assembles and installs substations and underground systems.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Installing and repairing electrical equipment such as circuit breakers, switches, transformers, and other equipment used in power distribution systems
• Inspecting electrical equipment, facilities, and materials to ensure safety standards are met
• Coordinating with other workers to schedule repairs and maintenance
• Testing electrical components using meters and other equipment to ensure they are working properly
• Troubleshooting problems with electrical equipment or power lines that may be causing fires or other safety hazards
• Recording information about maintenance activities, including time, location, and materials used
• Maintaining records of work orders and other tasks performed on equipment such as circuit breakers and transformers
• Operating cranes, forklifts, or other equipment used to move large objects or materials around the workplace
• Assembles substation steel.
• Has a good understanding of safety rules and company policies and promotes good relations with other crew members, patron cooperatives and the general public.
• Interprets construction plans and specifications of the work to be performed.
• Due to our obligation to provide continuous, reliable electric service to our customers, the ability to maintain regular and punctual attendance and the ability to work outside your regularly scheduled office hours when necessary is an essential function of the job.
• The ability to handle stress and work well with others are essential functions of this position
• Performs good housekeeping practices and performs any other related duties as required or assigned.
• Maintain awareness of and compliance with applicable laws and regulations from various regulatory entities, internal policies, procedures, and directives. Ensure ongoing monitoring and timely incorporation of any changes to maintain adherence to compliance standards.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES CONT'D

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

At least 3 years related experience and/or training. Or equivalent combination of education and experience.

REQUIRED CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS

• Proper tools are required and must be obtained within 30 days, and employees are required to wear work boots with a hardened toe, differentiated heel, and leather uppers. Boots must comply with ASTM Standard for Protective Footwear – ASTM F2413. As a condition of employment, this position requires a valid driver’s license, post-offer fit for duty physical, pre-employment drug test, and must be able to pass DOT physical
• CPR and first aid training.
• OSHA 10 Certification

PREFERRED CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS

Class A or B CDL

ENVIRONMENTAL CONDITIONS

Outside working environment to included uneven and difficult terrain, wherein there are potential hazardous working conditions and life-threatening situations exist (fire, chemicals, electrical sources, heights, dangerous people, etc.) part of the time. The following work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the functions of this job, the employee is regularly exposed to outdoor weather conditions; frequently exposed to work near moving mechanical parts, work in high, precarious places; and occasionally exposed to risk of electrical shock, vibration. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.

PHYSICAL ACTIVITIES

Physical activities described below are a general representation of those that must be met by an employee to successfully complete the post offer fitness for duty physical. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions and expectations. A full and complete functional job description is available in a supplemental document. Highly repetitive and physical type work which requires the concentrated and non-diversified physical demands of the employee.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

• Must be able to travel to various locations and stay overnight as required to complete work assignments.
• Must be able to work extra hours when necessary and report to work whenever needed during non-scheduled working periods.
• During storm season, in and out of state storm recovery work is required. Must have working knowledge of REA plans and specifications for distribution and transmission and electric system key location maps.
• Must be able to work in extreme temperatures and at excessive heights and be able to perform routine maintenance on crew vehicles.
• Must have or be able to obtain CPR and First Aid Training.
• This position is designated as safety sensitive based on the duties performed. Employees in safety sensitive positions must comply with the Cooperative’s fitness for duty requirements and all applicable federal and state regulations governing workplace substance use and safety.