Electrician Supervisor Substation Job Description Sample

Summary

The purpose of this position is to assist in the design, maintenance and development of substation facilities for the electric utility. May review work plans, schedules and revise construction standards, procedures and practices.

Essential Functions

• Plans and directs the protection, control, and, high voltage equipment work of substation staff such that the installation, maintenance, and construction of transmission facilities is accomplished with the goal of the organization;

• Directs the protection, control, and, high voltage equipment work of substation staff to ensure correct performance for the effectiveness of the transmission system assesses;

• Staff and maintain a highly skilled workforce;

• Serve as a liaison to other organization departments including: Engineering, Control Center, Support Staff, Contract personnel, etc;

• Maintain a working knowledge of complex and highly critical technical detail of events and activities for reporting and analyzing system operations;

• Establish and arrange construction and maintenance activities to meet budgetary, scheduling, and compliance mandates for equipment from 120 volts to 345kV;

• Manage NERC-693 PRC-005 maintenance program and serve as SME during audits periods;

• Monitors capabilities, readiness, processes, procedures for normal and emergency restoration efforts;

• Developing of documentation used to test and maintain protective relaying equipment, relay schemes, and associated communication equipment, including SCADA, to insure that protection and control facilities operate as designed and to insure system integrity and the reliable and secure operation of the ERCOT interconnection transmission points;

• Develop, review, and issue switching orders for transmission and substation facilities consistent with LPL Switching and Tagging practices to ensure safety of field personnel for both normal/planned for maintenance and construction activities;

• May serve on-call in system control room to assist in outage restoration efforts;

• Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

A Bachelor of Science Degree in Electrical related field with five years' experience in operations/management or ten years equivalent experience of transmission and substation protective relay systems or five years' experience as a Foreman or Lead Technician.

Knowledge and Abilities

Knowledge of:

• Operational knowledge of the transmission system (protection schemes, equipment limitations, etc.)

• Thorough knowledge of electric distribution substation design, maintenance, and controls;

• Knowledge of substation relaying schemes, controls, and SCADA systems.

Ability to:

• Ability to communicate power system events through verbal, written and/or keyboarding techniques to other Transmission operators, Company management and ERCOT;

• Communicate effectively with others;

• Operate a computer;

• Communicate and work effectively with internal and external customers and the general public;

• Deal effectively with others in a courteous manner;

• Supervise the work of others;

• Prepare and administer a budget;

• Speak in a clear and concise manner;

• Operate a variety of office equipment;

• Follow written and oral instructions;

• Maintain detailed records on pipe specifications including location, size, depth, and type of material.

Physical Requirements

• Continuously lift and carry up to 10 pounds, and occasionally lift and carry up to 25 pounds.

• Frequently stand and walk during the shift.

• Occasionally climb ladders, stairs, and other inclined surfaces.

• Occasionally bend and kneel during the shift.

• Push and pull objects.

• Frequently flex upper trunk forward at the waist and partially at the knees.

• Occasionally rotate upper trunk to the left and right while sitting or standing.

• Place arms above, at, and below shoulder height.

Job Description:

PECOis looking for individuals with backgrounds in electro-mechanical maintenancewith the ability to advance to the journeyman level. Individuals must be ableto perform preventative, corrective, and predictive maintenance tasks on highvoltage transformers, circuit breakers and associated substation equipment andcontrols in a safe manner.

Additional duties include the construction,installation & modification of electrical equipment; operating and blockingof substation equipment; work planning & coordination; and secondarydistribution storm restoration. Position will require working extended hours,including 24x7 coverage during storms or other energy delivery emergencies. Itis required that the individual can advance to first class journeyman level,and work independently as needed in a high performance team atmosphere.

• POSITION WILL HAVE JOB SITE REPORTING LOCATIONS THROUGHOUT THE 5 COUNTY GREATERPHILADELPHIA AREA.

Primary Duties and Accountabilities:
1.Follow all safety rules and procedures along withverbal and written directions from supervision.
2.Perform preventative,corrective, and predictive maintenance tasks on transmission-class anddistribution-class electrical substation equipment, including troubleshootingof AC/DC control systems and electro-mechanical systems.
3.Install and constructsubstation transformers, circuit breakers, switchgear, bus work and associatedcontrol wiring.
4.Safely operatetransmission-class and distribution-class substation equipment such astransformers, disconnect switches, circuit breakers, switchgear breakers andassociated auxiliary equipment.
5.Plan, prepare andcoordinate work using established processes and a variety of computer software.
6.Respond tocall/outs/emergencies/storm duty on a 24 x 7 basis, and perform shift work andovertime as needed.
7.Seek out and adopt newinnovative technologies.

Requirements:

1.High School Graduate or Equivalent
2.Graduateof a Trade School, Technical School, or Military Program with documented

Electro-Mechanical Systems Training OR 2 years minimum experience as acertified Journeyman Electrician (Apprenticeship program completed) OR graduateof an accredited 2 year Electrical/Mechanical Engineering Program
3.Hold a valid driver's license
4.Canread & interpret wiring and electrical schematics and diagrams
5.Ability to learn to read and interpret mechanical drawings & equipmentinstruction books
6.Ability to work at heights to sixty feet or more from ladders, aerial manlifts, bucket trucks, scaffolding or on top of transformers; and work in severeweather conditions
7.Ability to gain unescorted access at nuclear plants
8.Maintain Fitness For Duty standards per company guidelines
9.Ability to obtain a Transportation Workers Identity Card (TWIC)
10.Ability to obtain a CDL (class B) license and a Pennsylvania drivers medicalcard
11.Ability to use MS Windows based computer programs

Preferred:
1.Familiaritywith Transformer and Circuit Breaker test equipment such as Power FactorTesters, Breaker Timers, Gauge Calibration Testers, Transformer Winding Testers,etc

Job Description:

PECOis looking for individuals with backgrounds in electro-mechanical maintenancewith the ability to advance to the journeyman level. Individuals must be ableto perform preventative, corrective, and predictive maintenance tasks on highvoltage transformers, circuit breakers and associated substation equipment andcontrols in a safe manner.

Additional duties include the construction,installation & modification of electrical equipment; operating and blockingof substation equipment; work planning & coordination; and secondarydistribution storm restoration. Position will require working extended hours,including 24x7 coverage during storms or other energy delivery emergencies. Itis required that the individual can advance to first class journeyman level,and work independently as needed in a high performance team atmosphere.

• POSITION WILL HAVE JOB SITE REPORTING LOCATIONS THROUGHOUT THE 5 COUNTY GREATERPHILADELPHIA AREA.

Primary Duties and Accountabilities:
1.Follow all safety rules and procedures along withverbal and written directions from supervision.
2.Perform preventative,corrective, and predictive maintenance tasks on transmission-class anddistribution-class electrical substation equipment, including troubleshootingof AC/DC control systems and electro-mechanical systems.
3.Install and constructsubstation transformers, circuit breakers, switchgear, bus work and associatedcontrol wiring.
4.Safely operatetransmission-class and distribution-class substation equipment such astransformers, disconnect switches, circuit breakers, switchgear breakers andassociated auxiliary equipment.
5.Plan, prepare andcoordinate work using established processes and a variety of computer software.
6.Respond tocall/outs/emergencies/storm duty on a 24 x 7 basis, and perform shift work andovertime as needed.
7.Seek out and adopt newinnovative technologies.

Requirements:

1.High School Graduate or Equivalent
2.Graduateof a Trade School, Technical School, or Military Program with documented

Electro-Mechanical Systems Training OR 2 years minimum experience as acertified Journeyman Electrician (Apprenticeship program completed) OR graduateof an accredited 2 year Electrical/Mechanical Engineering Program
3.Hold a valid driver's license
4.Canread & interpret wiring and electrical schematics and diagrams
5.Ability to learn to read and interpret mechanical drawings & equipmentinstruction books
6.Ability to work at heights to sixty feet or more from ladders, aerial manlifts, bucket trucks, scaffolding or on top of transformers; and work in severeweather conditions
7.Ability to gain unescorted access at nuclear plants
8.Maintain Fitness For Duty standards per company guidelines
9.Ability to obtain a Transportation Workers Identity Card (TWIC)
10.Ability to obtain a CDL (class B) license and a Pennsylvania drivers medicalcard
11.Ability to use MS Windows based computer programs

Preferred:
1.Familiaritywith Transformer and Circuit Breaker test equipment such as Power FactorTesters, Breaker Timers, Gauge Calibration Testers, Transformer Winding Testers,etc

Closes: February 25, 2019

Salary: DOQ

Job Description

Define project charter, scope, objectives, budget, and business case; identify stakeholders and establish project team with agreed upon roles and responsibilities; coordinate the activities or efforts of the project team; obtain commitment on detailed work plans including but not limited to schedule, cost, resources, contingency and communication plans; participate in the bid/award activities for construction contracts or partnering agreements; obtain management approval as needed; ensure project documentation is maintained; identify, analyze, and address project performance issues such as budget overages or scheduling delays; manage the integration of vendor tasks and track and review vendor deliverables; communicate project status to all stakeholders; assess project risk and develop contingency plans; and identify and communicate lessons learned and best practices. Ensures compliance with all local, state and national building codes, safety and health laws and regulations and associated records requirements. Coordinates all phases (bid/design/construction/close out) of the project at numerous locations within the service territory.

Requirements

BA/BS or equivalent experience in construction management, project management or a related technical field, Advanced degree in related or relevant discipline. Project Management Professional (PMP) or Certified Construction Manager (CCM). A minimum of 7 years of related or relevant experience including 4 years of construction, utility or other technical project management experience; experience must include at least 3 years in a Project Manager role or capacity. 8 years of construction, utility or other technical project management experience including at least 5 years in a Project Manager role or capacity plus 3 years in a Lead or Supervisory role preferred.

Ability to manage multiple teams and personal dynamics to drive projects forward. Ability to work effectively with senior leadership and manage unique resource groups for the delivery of projects.

To Apply

Complete an online application and attach your resume and cover letter to your profile. All documents must be attached to your application at the time of submitting your application for review. No documents can be attached after you click "Submit".

Pre-employment screening requirements

Employment is contingent upon the successful completion of a drug test, background check and motor vehicle records review.

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Description of Work

REPOST - PREVIOUS APPLICANTS NEED NOT RE-APPLY

NOTE: If you are a current NC State Government employee, you will not be considered for a temporary assignment. Temporary Solutions cannot accommodate dual employment.

Individuals hired into a temporary State job must be fully qualified for the job. OSHR supports the Governor's Job Ready initiative and seeks to expand a temporary's skill set to enhance their qualifications for State government and private sector jobs. Exposure to an agency's culture, process, procedures and potential learning opportunities can provide valuable experience to those who may ultimately seek permanent employment with the state.

This temporary position will provide services to facilities in Chatham, Hoke, Moore, Randolph, Rowan, and Stanly Counties.

There are no leave or retirement benefits offered. Visit www.nctemporarysolutions.com for employment information.

This vacancy posting is for 5 positions (36498, 36499, 36500, 36501, and 36502).

Hourly Rate of Pay: $19.04 - $32.24 (Based on education and/or years of relevant work experience reflected on the application)

This temporary position will be assigned to DPS Prisons Administrative Services. This position is responsible for the planning and supervision of trenching, conduit installation, wire pulling, installation and termination of cameras inside prison facilities and outside the institution's perimeter as well. Work assignments result from discussions or written instructions from a superior and are in the terms of objectives to be accomplished. Blueprints may accompany large installation jobs; however, employee is expected to plan, layout, draw complementary sketches, supervise, and carry work it its completion. Work is reviewed upon completion for adherence to established trade practices and safety standards and is further evaluated on the basis of continued and efficient operation of repaired, systems and installations.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities / Competencies

[NOTE: Qualified applicants must meet and reflect on their application training and experience and all knowledge, skills, abilities and any experience or competencies specified in the supplemental question(s) to be considered.]

• Considerable knowledge of the standard practices, materials, and processes of electrical trade.

• Considerable knowledge of the design, installation, and maintenance of electrical instruments, apparatus, and equipment.

• Skill in the use and care of tools of the trade.

• Ability to plan and lay out work and to develop designs from rough sketches and oral instructions.

• Ability to interpret and work from sketches, blueprints, wiring diagrams, and oval instructions.

• Ability to plan and supervise the work of others.

Minimum Education and Experience Requirements

High school or General Educational Development (GED) diploma and up to three years of journey level electrical experience; or an equivalent combination of education and experience. Based on the nature of work performed, may require appropriate licensure by the governing board or commission

Supplemental and Contact Information

Temporary Solutions

Office of State Human Resources
2321 Crabtree Blvd., Suite 110

Raleigh, NC 27604

Our Transmission & Distribution global practice is looking for a Project Manager in our Vancouver office to manage substation design projects, ranging from 12-kV to 500-kV. An entrepreneurial spirit and strong leadership abilities are a must.

The Project Manager will manage, direct and coordinate all aspects of work related to greenfield and brownfield projects at substations, switching stations and/or collector stations. The Project Manager will report directly to the Manager of Projects and is responsible for the profit and loss of individual projects, the successful completion of projects within specified dates, and establishing and maintaining a professional and satisfactory relationship with the Owner, subcontractors, regulatory agencies and other project stakeholders. Additionally, Project Manager will assist Account Managers with direct marketing efforts for new and existing clients.

Major responsibilities for the Project Manager will include:

• Prepare proposals, assist in presentations, and participate in contract negotiations;

• Serve as project point of contact with Owner regarding efforts such as client coordination, strategic planning, scope management, and budgeting

• Provide overall management of projects from concept to completion including siting, environmental, permitting, planning, estimating, engineering, right-of-way acquisition, project controls, bid phase services, procurement, constructability reviews, material management, construction management, and closeout.

• Develop and monitor project schedules, manage scope, and control project costs.

• Assist with internal project financials (detailed, accurate project cost forecast and accruals), staffing, legal coordination, risk management, change management, and human resource issues.

• Serve as primary point of contact with client regarding efforts such as client coordination, strategic planning, master scope management, budget finances, subcontracting, project staffing, environmental compliance, facility support and schedule attainment.

• Manage all aspects of project communication

• Develop and implement project policies and procedures, establish project controls systems and implement the project execution plan.

• Work closely with the Project Team to ensure deliverables and services are being provided to client's satisfaction and that projects are following internal QA/QC guidelines.

• Report regularly on progress, cost and schedule metrics, procurement issues, safety or environmental concerns, design questions, potential impacts, and any issues requiring office support.

Candidates for this position must have a Bachelor's degree in engineering, construction management or related field from an accredited curriculum. Minimum of seven years of utility substation project experience with at least 3 years related project management experience. Professional Engineering (PE) registration preferred. Project Management Professional (PMP) certification preferred. Must have ability to deal effectively with a wide variety of industry, government and public contracts on project-related matters. Excellent written & verbal communication skills. Strong analytical and problem solving skills. Ability to travel. Valid driver's license required. In addition, must meet standards to qualify for and maintain the Company's vehicle driving privileges as outlined in the Company's Motor Vehicle Safety Policy.

EEO/Minorities/Females/Disabled/Veterans

Our Transmission & Distributionglobal practice is looking for a Project Manager to manage substation designprojects, ranging from 12-kV to 500-kV.

The Project Manager will manage,direct and coordinate all aspects of work related to greenfield and brownfieldprojects at substations, switching stations and/or collector stations. The Project Manager will report directly to the Department Manager and isresponsible for the profit and loss of individual projects, the successfulcompletion of projects within specified dates, and establishing and maintaininga professional and satisfactory relationship with the Owner,subcontractors, regulatory agencies and other project stakeholders. Majorresponsibilities for the Project Manager will include:

• Prepare proposals, assist in presentations, andparticipate in contract negotiations;

• Provide overall management of projects from concept tocompletion including siting, environmental, permitting, planning,estimating, engineering, right-of-way acquisition, project controls, bidphase services, procurement, constructability reviews, materialmanagement, construction management, and closeout.

• Develop and monitor project schedules, manage scope,and control project costs.

• Assist with internal project financials, staffing,legal coordination, risk management, change management, and human resourceissues.

• Serve as primary point of contact with client regardingefforts such as client coordination, strategic planning, master scopemanagement, budget finances, subcontracting, project staffing,environmental compliance, facility support and schedule attainment.

• Manage all aspects of project communication

• Develop and implement project policies and procedures,establish project controls systems and implement the project executionplan.

• Work closely with the Project Team to ensuredeliverables and services are being provided to client's satisfaction andthat projects are following internal QA/QC guidelines.

• Report regularly on progress, cost and schedulemetrics, procurement issues, safety or environmental concerns, designquestions, potential impacts, and any issues requiring office support.

Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering from an accredited curriculum. Minimum of seven years of utility substation project experience with at least 3 years related project management experience. Professional Engineering (PE) registration preferred. Project Management Professional (PMP) certification preferred. Must have ability to deal effectively with a wide variety of industry, government and public contracts on project-related matters. Excellent written & verbal communication skills. Strong analytical and problem solving skills. Ability to travel. Valid driver's license required. In addition, must meet standards to qualify for and maintain the Company's vehicle driving privileges as outlined in the Company's Motor Vehicle Safety Policy.

EEO/Minorities/Females/Disabled/Veterans

Our Transmission & Distribution global practice is looking for a Project Manager in our Phoenix office to manage substation design projects, ranging from 12-kV to 500-kV.

The Project Manager will manage, direct and coordinate all aspects of work related to greenfield and brownfield projects at substations, switching stations and/or collector stations. The Project Manager will report directly to the Department Manager and is responsible for the profit and loss of individual projects, the successful completion of projects within specified dates, and establishing and maintaining a professional and satisfactory relationship with the Owner, subcontractors, regulatory agencies and other project stakeholders. Major responsibilities for the Project Manager will include:

• Prepare proposals, assist in presentations, and participate in contract negotiations;

• Provide overall management of projects from concept to completion including siting, environmental, permitting, planning, estimating, engineering, right-of-way acquisition, project controls, bid phase services, procurement, constructability reviews, material management, construction management, and closeout.

• Develop and monitor project schedules, manage scope, and control project costs.

• Assist with internal project financials, staffing, legal coordination, risk management, change management, and human resource issues.

• Provide Quality Control for the electrical design packages.

• Serve as primary point of contact with client regarding efforts such as client coordination, strategic planning, master scope management, budget finances, subcontracting, project staffing, environmental compliance, facility support and schedule attainment.

• Manage all aspects of project communication

• Develop and implement project policies and procedures, establish project controls systems and implement the project execution plan.

• Work closely with the Project Team to ensure deliverables and services are being provided to client's satisfaction and that projects are following internal QA/QC guidelines.

• Report regularly on progress, cost and schedule metrics, procurement issues, safety or environmental concerns, design questions, potential impacts, and any issues requiring office support.

Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering from an accredited curriculum. Minimum of seven years of utility substation physical and protection & control project design experience with at least 3 years related project management experience. Professional Engineering (PE) registration preferred. Project Management Professional (PMP) certification preferred. Must have ability to deal effectively with a wide variety of industry, government and public contracts on project-related matters. Excellent written & verbal communication skills. Strong analytical and problem solving skills. Ability to travel. Valid driver's license required. In addition, must meet standards to qualify for and maintain the Company's vehicle driving privileges as outlined in the Company's Motor Vehicle Safety Policy.

EEO/Minorities/Females/Disabled/Veterans

Our Transmission & Distribution global practice is looking for a Project Manager to manage substation design projects, ranging from 12-kV to 500-kV.

The Project Manager will manage, direct and coordinate all aspects of work related to greenfield and brownfield projects at substations, switching stations and/or collector stations. The Project Manager will report directly to the Department Manager and is responsible for the profit and loss of individual projects, the successful completion of projects within specified dates, and establishing and maintaining a professional and satisfactory relationship with the Owner, subcontractors, regulatory agencies and other project stakeholders. Major responsibilities for the Project Manager will include:

• Prepare proposals, assist in presentations, and participate in contract negotiations;

• Provide overall management of projects from concept to completion including siting, environmental, permitting, planning, estimating, engineering, right-of-way acquisition, project controls, bid phase services, procurement, constructability reviews, material management, construction management, and closeout.

• Develop and monitor project schedules, manage scope, and control project costs.

• Assist with internal project financials, staffing, legal coordination, risk management, change management, and human resource issues.

• Serve as primary point of contact with client regarding efforts such as client coordination, strategic planning, master scope management, budget finances, subcontracting, project staffing, environmental compliance, facility support and schedule attainment.

• Manage all aspects of project communication

• Develop and implement project policies and procedures, establish project controls systems and implement the project execution plan.

• Work closely with the Project Team to ensure deliverables and services are being provided to client's satisfaction and that projects are following internal QA/QC guidelines.

• Report regularly on progress, cost and schedule metrics, procurement issues, safety or environmental concerns, design questions, potential impacts, and any issues requiring office support.

Bachelor's degree in engineering from an accredited curriculum. Minimum of seven years of utility substation project experience with at least 3 years related project management experience. Professional Engineering (PE) registration preferred. Project Management Professional (PMP) certification preferred. Must have ability to deal effectively with a wide variety of industry, government and public contracts on project-related matters. Excellent written & verbal communication skills. Strong analytical and problem solving skills. Ability to travel. Valid driver's license required. In addition, must meet standards to qualify for and maintain the Company's vehicle driving privileges as outlined in the Company's Motor Vehicle Safety Policy.

EEO/Minorities/Females/Disabled/Veterans