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The HV Technician II will provide electrical, high-voltage (HV), and substation emergency response to operating wind farms across the Company with a primary focus in an assigned zone. You will lead maintenance, service, and repair of HV assets in conjunction with other members of the HV Team. You will also work independently under the general direction of the HV Operations Manager.
Job Responsibility:
Monitor and provide electrical, high-voltage, and substation support to operating wind farms in an assigned region
Provide 24/7 on-call support
Provide support for electrical design, engineering, testing, and construction as requested
Perform tests and repairs for switching and construction activities as requested
Support and coordinate commissioning, start-up, and initial operating activities
Oversee the HV spare parts inventory and warehouse
Perform safely switching and grounding of step-up transformers, feeder breakers, gang-operated switches, and other related components
Operate equipment such as bucket/line trucks, forklifts, and aerial lifts
Perform, analyze, and create reports on infrared inspections, battery maintenance, dielectric oil, and SF6 sampling
Lead substation maintenance via Orders To Operate (OTOs), SAP work orders, outage planning, and other related activities
Perform substation and transmission maintenance in accordance with NERC compliance requirements
Work closely with plant Operations Managers of the assigned region to ensure day-to-day reliability and high Technical Energy Availability based on plants’ economics
Serve as the first responder for emergency and routine repairs on HV equipment including transmission lines, HV cable terminations, and splices
Provide remote HV support to the HV Operations Manager for complex troubleshooting, component testing, and proof checking
Ensures adherence to all pertinent OSHA safety requirements and established company policies and procedures
Provide detailed written reports including root cause analyses to Operations and HV Management
Operate company vehicles and maintain it in ready-to-respond condition
Perform critical HV equipment testing and calibrations
Additional duties as required
Requirements:
Associate’s degree in electrical engineering technology or an equivalent combination of training and experience
5+ years of relevant technical experience
experience in power generation or distribution is preferred
Electrical trade certifications (e.g., four-year line or substation apprenticeship) or an equivalent combination of training and experience
Advanced knowledge of medium- and high-voltage substation electrical equipment, collection systems, and transmission lines maintenance and operations
Experience with relay and protection fundamentals
Experience with LOTO and OTO procedures
Ability to operate a motor vehicle and possession of a valid driver’s license
Experience with establishing HV field service preferred
Familiarity with the operation of capacitor banks, transformer load tap changers, and motor operated air breaks
Understanding of Microsoft products and/or complementing products. (Preferred)
Competency in Analytical Problem Solving, Strong Communication, Customer/Partner Relationships, and Technology Expertise. (Preferred)
Strong problem-solving ability
Ability to be self-motivated and work with minimal supervision
Ability to multi-task in a complex and dynamic environment
Ability to perform basic electrical mathematical calculations
Ability to read and understand plans, specifications, drawings, and documents relating to engineering and construction, including one-line, three-line, and wiring diagrams
Ability to work with other crews performing high line maintenance and repair
Ability and willingness to respond to site emergencies 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, as needed
Sitting/Standing/Flexibility: Ability to frequently perform physical tasks including standing, sitting, walking, kneeling, bending, twisting, squatting, and reaching approximately 75% of the time while on wind farm sites
ability to stand and sit for 8 or more hours when in an office environment
Walking: Ability to walk .25 to .5 miles per day, including across unpaved and rough surfaces when on wind farm sites
Speech/Reading: Ability to speak, read, and write English proficiently and deliver a variety of instructions furnished in written, verbal, diagram, or schedule form
Lifting: Ability to frequently lift items weighing up to 60 pounds and to occasionally lift items weighing between 60 and 100 pounds
Climbing: Ability to climb turbine towers in excess of 100 meters in height to access work area
Weight, including harness and tools, must be in accordance with the weight limit as specified by the ANSI Fall Protection Standards
Vision/Hearing: Ability to interpret and follow a variety of instructions furnished in written, verbal, diagram, or schedule form
Tolerance to Extreme Weather Conditions: Ability to work in adverse weather conditions 25% of the time while on wind farm sites
Safety: Ability to understand and communicate safety precautions when necessary
Nice to have:
Experience in power generation or distribution
Experience with establishing HV field service
Understanding of Microsoft products and/or complementing products
Competency in Analytical Problem Solving, Strong Communication, Customer/Partner Relationships, and Technology Expertise
What we offer:
Empower our employees through a positive and innovative work environment that promotes collaboration and agile decision-making
Respect and value each person, providing a flexible, healthy, and inclusive workplace with a range of attractive benefits
Provide a meaningful work experience and prepare our people for future challenges through different opportunities for development and internal mobility