CraftWorker Intern Substation Relay Protection Control

PPL Corporation; Louisville (KY); On-site; USD 16,531 - 24,796; Part time

Job summary

Louisville Gas and Electric Company and Kentucky Utilities Company, part of the PPL Corporation family, invite applicants to an intern-level position in electrical substations in Louisville, KY. The role offers hands-on experience under close supervision and exposure to experienced energy professionals.

You will perform maintenance and installation tasks, learn electrical fundamentals, and participate in safety training and development programs to build foundational skills for a career in energy

Qualifications

• Must be currently enrolled pursuing a degree in a technical field (engineering, electronics tech or related).
• Minimum GPA of 2.50 on a 4.0 scale.

Responsibilities

• Comply with safety rules, regulations and procedures.
• Progress through training to higher classifications.
• Identify damaged equipment or hazards and report promptly.
• Keep equipment, tools and work areas clean and in good condition.
• Learn safe operation of tools and equipment under supervision.
• Study electrical prints, diagrams and maintenance procedures.
• Participate in Training and Development programs.
• Follow government, corporate and departmental safety rules.
• Perform other duties as assigned by management.

Skills

Safety-conscious

Attention to detail

Education

Pursuing a technical degree (Engineering/Electronics Tech)

GPA 2.50 or higher

Job description

Company Summary Statement

Louisville Gas and Electric Company and Kentucky Utilities Company, part of the PPL Corporation (NYSE: PPL) family of companies, are regulated utilities that serve more than 1.3 million customers and have consistently ranked among the best companies for customer service in the United States. LG&E serves 334,000 natural gas and 433,000 electric customers in Louisville and 16 surrounding counties. KU serves 569,000 customers in 77 Kentucky counties and five counties in Virginia. LG&E and KU are major employers and active supporters of the communities they serve. They empower employees, community members and initiatives across their service territory through volunteerism and investments in organizations that support education, sustainability and wellbeing.

Overview

This is an intern level position. Intern will gain practical, hands-on experience in the utility industry under close supervision. Learn to perform maintenance and installation work in high voltage electrical substations position offers you the opportunity to gain hands-on experience at a LG&E and KU Energy facility. This position will provide challenging projects, networking advantages, and a chance to learn from experienced energy industry professionals in the energy transmission fields.

Responsibilities

• Comply with all safety rules, regulations, and procedures applicable to assigned duties.
• Develop the skills needed to progress to higher classifications through a combination of home study, classroom, and On the Job Training (OJT).
• Identify any damaged or defective equipment or hazardous conditions and promptly report to supervision.
• Keep all equipment, tools, materials and work areas in a clean, orderly, and good working condition.
• Perform such other duties as directed by his/her superior.
• Learn the safe and correct operation of tools and equipment used by Substation P&C and use them properly under the direction and guidance of others.
• Become familiar with electrical prints, switching diagrams, technical manuals, maintenance and test procedures associated with employees assigned duties.
• Participate in a Training and Development program and develop a general knowledge of electrical fundamentals, electrical transmission and distribution equipment and its operation, and a basic skill level in routine Substation P&C functions through a combination of classroom, at home and On-The Job Training (OJT) programs.
• Employee will actively participate in the Safety Training program to learn and follow the specific governmental, corporate and departmental rules, regulations, and procedures applicable to SC&M functions.
• Perform other duties as assigned by management.

Qualifications

Must be currently enrolled and pursuing a degree in a technical field. Applicable degree fields include Engineering and Electronics Technology, Industrial Maintenance, Advanced Automation & Robotics Technology, or a related field.

Minimum 2.50 GPA.