High Tension Technician
Core
Testing, calibration, installation, operation, metering, and maintenance of low- and medium-voltage distribution systems to ensure safe and reliable electric power delivery.
Role type
High Tension Technician (Electrical Distribution)
Builds
Campus electrical distribution infrastructure
Domain
Utilities / Electrical Power Distribution
Deliverable
physical/clinical work
Required skills
MA Journeyman's License (5+ years), testing and calibration of relays and breakers, system grounding, infra-red scanning, maintenance of utility-type distribution systems, installation of low voltage systems, reading technical plans and specifications, OSHA lockout/tagout compliance
Preferred skills
NETA acceptance and maintenance specifications knowledge, confined space work proficiency, independent work initiative
Technologies
None explicitly stated
Responsibilities
Test and calibrate power circuit breakers and switches, operate and maintain medium/low voltage distribution systems, perform infra-red scanning, prepare technical test reports, work in underground manholes and ductbanks, comply with safety codes and regulatory standards
Seniority
Journeyman level, hands-on IC