Apparatus Tech 2

Utili-Serve; Southern Pines (NC); On-site; USD 55,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Utili-Serve seeks a Transformer Apparatus Tech to install, maintain, and test substation equipment including breakers and transformers. You will work under supervision, travel to various sites, and handle confined spaces and elevated work areas safely.

Ideal candidates have 5+ years direct transformer experience, strong decision-making and problem-solving abilities, and proficient communication. Expect dynamic, hands-on work with heavy equipment and strict safety standards.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent; related field experience preferred.
• Minimum 5+ years direct Transformer Apparatus experience.
• Strong decision-making and problem-solving skills required.
• Ability to work in confined spaces and at heights, with heavy equipment.

Responsibilities

• Install, maintain, and test substation apparatus including breakers and transformers.
• Operate safely in confined spaces and at elevated work areas.
• Troubleshoot day-to-day issues and provide effective solutions.
• Travel to customer sites as required to meet demands.
• Coordinate with team and supervisor; ensure professional image and communication.

Skills

Verbal communication

Written communication

Decision-making

Problem-solving

Attention to detail

Organizational skills

Time management

Independent work

Multitasking

Confined spaces

MS Word

MS Excel

Field safety awareness

Education

High School diploma

Tools

Electrical test equipment

Job description

The Transformer Apparatus Tech responsibilities are the installation, maintenance, and testing of apparatus in substations. This will include power circuit breakers, transformers, and step voltage regulators under direct supervision. This position requires work in confined spaces and elevated work areas, and works with various pieces of construction equipment specific to the trade. Transformer Apparatus Techs must deal with day to day issues and find suitable solutions under difficult circumstances. They must have an excellent command of decision-making and problem-solving techniques and are able to apply them appropriately. A Transformer Apparatus Tech must be able to work at various locations. They may be required to travel to another state depending on customer demands.

Principle Duties And Responsibilities

• Maintain safe, secure, and healthy work environment by following and enforcing standards and procedures; complying with legal regulations.
• Enhance organization reputation by accepting ownership for accomplishing new and different requests; exploring opportunities to add value to job accomplishments.
• Participates in the day to day activities with their team.
• Follows up on questions or concerns promptly and effectively.
• Presents a professional image at all times.
• Perform other duties as assigned by their supervisor.
• Completes projects effectively.
• Create open communication channels with other team members.
• Dependable and accurate as required by their team in all aspects of their work responsibilities.

Skills And Specification Requirements

• Must have 5+ years of direct Apparatus Transformer experience.
• Able to work in fast-paced multi-functional changing and physical environment.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Attentiveness to detail.
• Possession of strong organizational skills.
• Ability to work independently on assigned tasks as well as to accept direction on given assignments.
• Exceptional time management skills.
• Able to work flexible hours to complete job task at hand.
• Able to multi-task and manage priorities.
• Must be honest, assertive, and systematic.
• Must have knowledge of construction standard practices, techniques, quality requirements, applicable codes and standards.
• Must have knowledge of substation apparatus drawings (i.e. elevations, plan views, section views, wiring schematics).
• Proficient experience in gas/oil breakers, power transformers, commissioning and decommissioning.
• Computer skills, and familiarity with Word, Excel, and email
• Must be capable of working in confined spaces/areas.
• Must be capable of learning to operate various types of heavy equipment.
• Must be capable of lifting in excess of 50 lbs.
• Must be capable of climbing and working at heights up to 125 feet above ground.
• Must be capable of working in close proximity of energized substation equipment.
• Must possess a valid driver’s license; Class A CDL license STRONGLY preferred.
• Working knowledge of electrical test equipment, hydraulics, pneumatics, and general mechanics.

Education And Experience Required

• High School diploma or equivalent experience in related field is required.