Substation Technician

City of Garland
vacation time, paid holidays, sick time, tuition reimbursement
United States, Texas, Garland
200 North 5th Street (Show on map)
Nov 12, 2024
Position Summary Summary Responsible for maintaining, constructing and retrofitting electric substation equipment including circuit breakers, transformers, switches, battery systems, tap changers, cooling systems, lighting arresters, and other substation equipment, including the placement of concrete drilled shaft foundations and pads, installing support steel structures, station insulators, ground grids and bus. Why Team Garland? Have you been searching for a career that positively impacts the community? Do you want to join an organization that offers growth opportunities? If the answer is "Yes," then apply today! The City of Garland has a culture of appreciation, development, and growth! Garland offers professional development opportunities, tuition reimbursement, a generous pension plan, and a robust benefits package, including medical/dental/vision/life insurance. To ensure a healthy work-life balance, Garland offers vacation leave, paid holidays, sick leave, and more! The City Care Clinic provides high-quality family healthcare services to employees and their dependents enrolled in medical benefits at no cost! Garland hosts an annual employee appreciation event and offers an Employee Wellness and Employee Assistance Program. Benefits Summary If you are ready to serve your community and join an organization that truly values its employees, apply today! Salary: Depending on qualification and experience. Essential Job Functions Install, maintain, assist and repair breakers and transformers. Perform switch and clearance orders as instructed by dispatch. Follow dispatch instructions on releasing clearance. Perform general substation maintenance and repairs. Conduct infrared testing and interpretation of readings on all equipment such as switches, bus connection, cable connection, etc. Document and perform monthly inspections for transformers and counter readings. Perform new construction and modification of existing substations. Pull and terminate control wiring in control house and switchgear. Install rack and terminate cables for communication equipment. Provide support for 24-hour operations; Substation Standby Duties and callout assistance after regular working hours. Occasional travel to remote system facilities. Continuation occupational training. Minimum Education & Work Experience - Six months to one year of advanced study or training past the high school level - 2 years related substation experience Or an equivalent combination of education and experience sufficient to successfully perform the essential functions of the job. Preferred Knowledge - Abilities & Skills Education/ Experience: Six months to one year of advanced study or training in Substation maintenance and safety 2-3 years experience, through apprenticeship or vocational training, in substation installation, maintenance, construction and safety Substation safety and maintenance certification Knowledge, Skills & Abilities: Basic knowledge of general Substation construction and maintenance procedures Basic knowledge of Substation safety regulations Skill in Microsoft Office including Excel and Word Ability to complete the Garland Power & Light Apprentice Substation Technician Program as it is outlined Licenses & Certifications Valid Texas Class "C" Driver's License Valid Texas Class "A" CDL or the ability to obtain within 90 days of hire Physical Tasks & Working Conditions The incumbent works in energized substations, switch yards and generating plants; frequent exposure to unpleasant environmental conditions and/or hazards; majority of work performed outside with exposure to risk. About Us Team Garland consists of over 2,200 employees, spanning 700+ different roles! Garland is committed to diversity and inclusion and creating pathways to employment for all. We have an organizational culture of appreciation, development, and growth. Many of our employees choose Garland for lifelong careers. We are guided by the City's Mission, Vision, and Value Statements and a commitment to public service. Team Garland makes a difference in the Garland community every day. Vision Garland's vision is to be a progressive city working together to nurture and grow the economic, social, environmental, and cultural well-being of our community. Mission We are committed to preserve public trust, deliver quality services, promote economic growth, protect our community and enhance the quality of life for the good of our city and our future.