Lead Substation Tech: Power Systems & Reliability

Connexus® Energy; Ramsey (MN); On-site; USD 73,000 - 104,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual bonus (5% target)

Job summary

Connexus Energy is seeking a Lead Substation Electrical Equipment Technician to lead installation, testing, maintenance and repair of substation and line equipment. The role is based on-site at our Ramsey campus and within our service territory, Minnesota.

The position pays $64.25 per hour under the union wage agreement and includes eligibility for an annual bonus equal to 5% of annual earnings based on company performance.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Associate or vocational diploma in electrical/electronic program or related field.
• Valid health card.
• 2 years of experience as Substation & Electrical Equipment Technician, Journey or related experience.
• Ability to meet physical standards: lift up to 85 lbs; push/pull up to 100 lbs; grasp hand tools; hear electrical arcing; smell electrical burning.

Responsibilities

• Lead and support installation, testing, maintenance and repair of substation and line equipment to ensure reliable power supply and safety to members.
• Provide guidance and coordinate daily work assignments; ensure quality and timeliness of maintenance and project work.
• Install and maintain SCADA and distribution automation equipment for monitoring and outage restoration.
• Maintain production statistics and records; manage data entry to company databases.
• Assist with disposal and handling of hazardous material per guidelines and regulations.

Skills

Lead/Supervisory

Technical guidance

Safety compliance

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Associate or vocational diploma in electrical/electronic program

Tools

SCADA systems

Diagnostic testing equipment

Electrical schematics reading

Job description

Connexus Energy is seeking a Lead Substation Electrical Equipment Technician to lead installation, testing, maintenance and repair of substation and line equipment. The role is based on-site at our Ramsey campus and within our service territory, Minnesota.

The position pays $64.25 per hour under the union wage agreement and includes eligibility for an annual bonus equal to 5% of annual earnings based on company performance.