Shift Substation Tech Trainee - BGE
Core
Trainee role involving 18 months of instruction leading to a Substation Shift Technician position responsible for field operation, mechanical maintenance, and high voltage testing in electric transmission/distribution substations.
Role type
trainee substation shift technician
Builds
electric transmission and distribution substations
Domain
energy + electrical power systems
Required skills
high school diploma or equivalent, 1-year construction or electrical experience, ability to interpret technical instructions, physical ability to lift 25 lbs and climb, valid driver's license, ability to pass background check, English language proficiency
Preferred skills
familiarity with basic electricity, ability to handle changing shifts, willingness to work under adverse conditions, satisfactory completion of Technical Occupations Test (TECH)
Technologies
hand tools, electrical measuring instruments, operating tools, test equipment
Responsibilities
follow 8-week field rotations at Pumphrey and Blakely, perform basic planned switching and apply/remove grounds, apply Lockout and Tagout (LOTO) procedures, perform alarm and trouble response, assist in troubleshooting and repairing high voltage equipment up to 500 kV, perform monthly inspections and battery checks, assist in installation of mobile substations
Seniority
entry-level trainee