Posted: 05-Sep-24
Location: Statesville, North Carolina
Type: Full Time
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Internal Number: 692592
About EnergyUnited
EnergyUnited EMC is a leading electric cooperative committed to delivering reliable energy solutions and exceptional member services. We are excited to announce an opportunity for a dedicated and skilled individual to join our team as a Test Technician. At EnergyUnited, we pride ourselves on fostering a supportive and innovative work environment where employees are empowered to grow their careers while making a positive impact on the communities we serve. As a Test Technician, you will play a crucial role in ensuring the safety, efficiency, and reliability of our electrical systems, contributing to our mission of providing high-quality energy services at affordable prices. If you are passionate about technology, problem-solving, and teamwork, we invite you to explore this rewarding career opportunity with EnergyUnited EMC.
What Would You Do?
- Perform monthly substation inspections and recommend any corrective action noted.
- Ensure compliance with safety standards (NESC, RUS, RESAP)
- Perform minor switching inside substations, including writing switching procedures.
- Perform basic repairs to low voltage substation equipment including battery systems, area lights, control buildings, security systems, oil containment systems, substation grounds.
- Perform tests on insulating oil and ensure proper handling, marking and storage.
- Respond to and mitigate equipment oil spills according to environmental regulations.
- Test and verify installation of all transformer-rated meters. Periodically test, calibrate, and repair all other meters, as required.
- Install and maintain cooperative’s standby generation equipment, Automated Metering Infrastructure (AMI) equipment in substations and components of other communication equipment.
- Assist the Manager of Technical Services in planning and implementing area objectives.
- Assist with installation, testing, repair, and maintenance of all substation and distribution line equipment, documenting all tests and repairs performed.
- Assist with installation and maintenance of SCADA equipment in substations.
- Assist with power restoration efforts during major storms, by working as a ground man, alongside qualified linemen, or as a bird dog, as qualified by knowledge and experience.
What Do You Need?
- High school graduate, or equivalent.
- Formal training in electrical, electronics, and/or computer technology is desirable.
- 2 years’ work experience in electrical installation or maintenance is preferred.
- Experience in electric utility operations is desirable.
- Knowledge of basic electricity, mechanical repair, and electrical safety.
- Knowledge of computer applications such as Word and Excel preferred.
- Valid NC driver’s license with a good driving record.
- This position requires that the person live or be willing to relocate within 20 miles of the EnergyUnited office located in Statesville, NC.
As a federal contractor subject to the nondiscrimination and affirmative action obligations of Executive Order 11246, as amended, and its implementing regulations, Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, as amended, and its implementing regulations at 41 CFR § 60-741, and the Vietnam Era Veterans Readjustment Assistance Act, as amended, and its implementing regulations at 41 CFR § 60-300, EnergyUnited EMC (hereinafter referred to as "the Cooperative"), with the full support of the Chief Executive Officer (CEO), reaffirms that it will not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, genetic information, disability status, any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws, or status as a protected veteran.