Substation Apparatus Technician/Electrician

Position Title: Substation Apparatus Technician/Electrician
Application due date: August 4, 2024
Location: Elk River, MN  

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Summary:
Performs and/or assists in the maintenance of substation apparatus such as circuit breakers, transformers, voltage regulators, reclosers, mobile substations, load tap changers, station batteries and chargers, capacitor banks, circuit switchers, motor operators, and associated equipment.

Total Rewards:
A typical starting range for this position is $49.45 - 53.82+ hourly. We offer market competitive base pay and adjust our offer accordingly based upon the value of the candidate’s knowledge, skills and experience. In addition, our Total Rewards strategy focuses on recognizing individual performance and rewarding business results. Our robust Total Rewards package includes exceptional benefits and retirement, a focus on continuous engagement, recognition, personal and professional development, and an emphasis on work-life effectiveness.

Job responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

• Performs and/or assists in the maintenance of substation apparatus such as circuit breakers, transformers, voltage regulators, reclosers, mobile substations, load tap changers, station batteries and chargers, capacitor banks, circuit switchers, motor operators, and associated equipment. 
• Performs and/or assists in the installation, testing, checkout of new substation apparatus equipment such as circuit breakers, transformers, load tap changers, station batteries and chargers, capacitor banks, circuit switchers, motor operators, and associated equipment. 
• Performs routine inspection of substations, switching stations, and capacitor bank equipment. 
• Develops and updates maintenance procedures along with maintaining equipment records in area of responsibility. 

Qualifications: Knowledge typically acquired through a two-year technical degree or diploma in electrical or computer or electronics related courses; or completion of a four-year IBEW Joint Apprentice Training Committee (JATC) program. Prefer a minimum of four years substation apparatus experience.

• Knowledge of AC and DC circuits including Ohm’s law.
• Knowledge of power, current and voltage transformers.
• Knowledge of high voltage electrical equipment.
• Knowledge of safety rules, procedures, and guidelines.
• Knowledge of AC power measurement, familiarity with inductance, capacitance, and power factor.
• Knowledge of pneumatics and hydraulics.

Apply: Qualified candidates please apply at www.greatriverenergy.com (under the Careers tab) by August 4, 2024. GRE values diversity, equity and inclusion and we are an equal employment opportunity employer. 

Submission Details
Name:  Heather Bittle
Company:  Great River Energy
Title:  Talent & Outreach Partner
Email Address: hbittle@grenergy.com