Substation Lead Technician
Job Summary
Under direct supervision, performs operating tasks in the testing, repair, maintenance and installation of equipment associated with substations, metering, control systems and information systems and other distribution equipment and apparatus. Overhead equipment installed above the secondary gain shall be accessed only by qualified lineworkers.
Minimum Qualifications
Education:
High school or electrical trade school graduate, with specialized courses in electrical field.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
Apprentice level requires a minimum of one year experience in a position related to electric utility functions as determined by RMLD. Journeyman level requires 5.5-7 years as a qualified substation technician. Windows operating system PC experience required. Familiarity with substation preventative and predictive maintenance programs and metering software applications required at 2nd Class level.
Judgment and Initiative:
Under the direct supervision of the Lead Technician, assist in establishing crew work plan to assure timely and safe completion of assigned tasks in conformance with established work programs, policies and procedures. High attention to detail and organizational ability. Ability to provide appropriate levels of initiative, response and resolution to problems. Ability to assist in organizing work, establishing priorities and meeting deadlines on a regular basis.
Manual Skills:
Ability to operate computers, scanner, printers, plotters and other related equipment as required. Moderate dexterity using necessary tools.
Physical Requirements:
Ability to perform wearing required safety equipment. Ability to perform moderately heavy physical work indoors and outdoors in any weather and working conditions for extended periods of time. Work may involve lifting, moving, pulling or pushing bulky materials; equipment and tools. May be required to operate fork lift or lift truck.
Supervisory:
May be qualified to perform Acting Lead Technician duties upon completion of 5 years as a Journeyman Technician.
License:
Valid MA Class D Operators license required.
Other:
Ability to communicate to fellow employees in a clear and concise manner.
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