Diagnostic Technician II (On-Site)

LCRA Transmission Services Corporation; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading service provider as a Diagnostic Technician II, ensuring the integrity and functionality of high voltage equipment. With a focus on diagnostic duties in transmission and distribution substations, this role offers a chance to develop your skills in a supportive environment with great benefits. Ideal candidates will possess extensive experience in electric utility maintenance, bringing their expertise to enhance community life in Central Texas.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Paid time off

401(k) match up to 8%

Life and disability insurance

Wellness program

Qualifications

• Three or more years of experience in electric utility equipment maintenance.
• A degree in relevant field may substitute for certain years of experience.
• Possession of a valid driver’s license is required.

Responsibilities

• Assist with installation and testing of electrical utility equipment.
• Conduct oil analysis and troubleshoot control circuits.
• Perform diagnostic survey work including infrared and partial discharge measurement.

Skills

Troubleshooting

Diagnostic testing

Electrical systems knowledge

Education

Degree in electrical power theory, electronics, instrumentation

Tools

Software-driven testing equipment

Power factor testing equipment

Job description

Being the best starts with hiring the best, and we’re always looking for bright, growth-minded people who work with integrity and a commitment to service.

We welcome you to explore our open job opportunities and visit our Careers page to learn more about life at LCRA.

You will be trusted to:

- Assist with the installation and testing of electrical utility equipment in substations, power plants, and industrial plants.
- Maintain, evaluate, and document required diagnostic tests which includes circuit breaker operator profile testing, insulation power factor, transformer combustible gas, DC winding resistance, circuit breaker motion and contact analysis.
- Perform oil analysis for substation electric equipment including but not limited to load tap changers (LTC), transformers, potential transformers (PT), current transformers (CT), circuit breakers, etc.
- Operate testing equipment such as software-driven equipment and power factor (e.g. Doble M4100 controller, Vanguard electronic TTR, etc.)
- Troubleshoot control circuits in various types of electrical utility equipment, such as transformers, circuit breakers, etc.
- Perform low-voltage and high-voltage switching according to standard procedures and in coordination with System Operations personnel.
- Run diagnostic survey work including but not limited to infrared, partial discharge measurement, battery impedance, battery strap resistance, acoustic emission and basic substation inspections.

You qualify with:

- Three or more years of experience in electric utility equipment maintenance, three phase power systems, substation equipment maintenance or using test equipment or other relevant experience. A degree(s) in electrical power theory, electronics, instrumentation, controls, industrial maintenance or relevant field may be substituted per LCRA guidelines for certain years of experience.
- Driver’s license

You are a great fit with:

- Competitive salary & medical, dental, vision and legal insurance

- Paid time off, including time for vacation, sick and family care leave

- 401(k) match up to 8% that includes a student loan 401(k) contribution program option

- Life and disability insurance

- Wellness program including wellness incentive

And more - all to create a compelling and rewarding work environment.

LCRA provides equal employment opportunities and a work environment free of discrimination and harassment. All employment decisions at LCRA are based on business need, job requirement and individual qualifications, without regard to race, color, religion, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, sexual orientation, genetic information, or veteran status in accordance with applicable federal and state legal requirements governing nondiscrimination in employment.

LCRA is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to job applicants with physical or mental disabilities. Applicants with a disability who require a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application or hiring process can contact LCRA Human Resources [phone] or email [e-mail] . Reasonable accommodations will be determined on a case-by-case basis.

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We, the LCRA Transmission Group, are looking for a Diagnostic Tech II to join our team! In this role, you will perform diagnostic duties using test equipment to evaluate equipment condition such as high voltage transformers, circuit breakers, etc. used in transmission and distribution substations. Our ideal candidate will apply their own knowledge and experience in the field but will still build higher-level knowledge and skills. Are looking to work for an excellent company that provides for the local community, with amazing benefits and training? Apply today and join us in our mission to enhance the lives of Central Texans!

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Position Location ClosesDiagnostic Technician II (On-Site) Austin, TX 78744 We, the LCRA Transmission Group, are looking for a Diagnostic Tech II to join our team! In this role, you will perform diagnostic duties using test equipment to evaluate equipment condition such as high voltage transformers, circuit breakers, etc. used in transmission and distribution substations. Our ideal candidate will apply their own knowledge and experience in the field but will still build higher-level knowledge and skills. Are looking to work for an excellent company that provides for the local community, with amazing benefits and training? Apply today and join us in our mission to enhance the lives of Central Texans!

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Locations

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• Austin, TX 78744 1

Employment Type

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LCRA is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to job applicants with physical or mental disabilities. Applicants with a disability who require a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application or hiring process can contact LCRA Human Resources [phone] or email [e-mail] . Reasonable accommodations will be determined on a case-by-case basis.

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