Network Operator 2/C

Allegheny Technologies; Phoenix (AZ); On-site; USD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Duquesne Light Holdings seeks a technically skilled maintainer to inspect transformers and vault equipment, perform minor repairs, and ensure the integrity of electrical systems in subway environments. You will handle testing of temperature, pressure, and voltage, adjust equipment for proper signal operation, and supervise junior workers as needed.

Responsibilities include insulation, splices on de-energized cables, and routine reporting of inspections and maintenance.

Qualifications

• Education equivalent to graduation from high school.
• Must pass company-administered aptitude test (CAST).
• Good understanding of subway equipment construction and maintenance.
• Good mechanical ability and ability to interpret circuit maps.
• Knowledge of safety regulations for underground work.
• Some ability to instruct and direct others.

Responsibilities

• Open and inspect transformers and vault equipment; check airtightness, connections and interlocks.
• Perform minor repairs such as leaks, joints, gaskets and cables; maintain transformer housing.
• Test temperature, pressure units and adjust to ensure proper signal operation.
• Install and remove booster transformers and phase equipment for others.
• Conduct simple air tests for flood protection and water leakage sealing per requirements.

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

Circuit interpretation

Safety awareness

Electrical testing

Supervisory ability

Troubleshooting

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Electrical testing equipment

Hand tools

Power tools

Job description

Job Responsibilities

• Opens transformers and other equipment and inspects contact surfaces, airtightness of equipment, tightness of connections, condition of interlock and other mechanisms, condition of oil, and similar items on vault equipment.
• Makes minor repairs such as repairing oil leaks, repairing nipple joints, replacing small parts, installing packing in packing glands, renewing gaskets, and making elementary repairs on cables and transformer housing.
• Checks the operation of temperature and pressure units and makes minor adjustments to insure proper signal operation.
• Adjusts, checks and tests subway type switching equipment.
• Clears, grounds and tags circuits and equipment.
• Installs and removes booster transformers and phases transformer equipment for other workers.
• At times, makes temporary splices on de-energized cables.
• Paints equipment, seals ducts with compound, patches concrete surfaces, repairs vent gratings, cleans equipment and working areas and performs similar manual tasks.
• Periodically makes simple air tests of transformers, supervisory units, and similar vault equipment in connection with flood protection, sealing equipment against water leakage as required.
• Makes power factor, temperature, voltage, and load tests as required, using small portable test equipment.
• Obtains samples and analyzes transformer oil.
• Operates portable motor-driven and hand-operated water and oil pumps, as required.
• Prepares reports of inspections and of maintenance work performed.
• As directed, performs miscellaneous manual duties in locating cable faults, and receives instructions in the various cable testing methods and procedures.
• Prepares various routine reports on cable work from operating data.
• Makes elementary electrolysis surveys, as requested.
• Makes load tests and voltage checks on energized low-tension cable.
• Instructs and directs the work of lesser grade workers.
• Performs other work as assigned.
• Tests atmosphere in enclosed/confined work areas and performs all work in accordance with current safety regulations and policies.

Education / Experience Requirements

• Education equivalent to graduation from high school.
• Must pass the company administered standardized aptitude test (CAST).
• Good understanding of the construction and maintenance of subway equipment.
• Good mechanical ability.
• Ability to interpret and work from circuit maps.
• Knowledge of established safety regulations and practices pertaining to underground work.
• Some indicated ability to instruct and to direct the work of others.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Duquesne Light Holdings is committed to providing equal employment opportunity to all people in all aspects of the employment relationship, without discrimination because of race, age, sex, color, religion, national origin, disability, sexual orientation and gender identity or status as a Vietnam era or special disabled veteran or any other unlawful basis, as defined by applicable law, and fostering a workplace free of unlawful discrimination and retaliation. This policy affects decisions including, but not limited to, hiring, compensation, benefits, terms and conditions of employment, opportunities for promotion, transfer, layoffs, return from a layoff, training and development, and other privileges of employment. An integral part of Duquesne Light Holdings' commitment is to comply with all applicable federal, state and local laws concerning equal employment and affirmative action. Duquesne Light Holdings is committed to offering an inclusive and accessible experience for all job seekers, including individuals with disabilities. Our goal is to foster an inclusive and accessible workplace where everyone has the opportunity to be successful. If you need a reasonable accommodation to search for a job opening, apply for a position, or participate in the interview process, connect with us at [e-mail] and describe the specific accommodation requested for a disability-related limitation.