Power Systems Electrical Test Technician Trainee

PPL Corporation; Scranton (Lackawanna County); On-site; USD 55,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

PPL Electric Utilities is seeking an Electrical Test Technician for our Scranton Service Center. The role involves installing, testing, calibrating, and maintaining power system protection and control equipment at substations, generating stations, and customer locations.

It is a union position with IBEW Local 1600; located in Scranton. The candidate will coordinate Electrical Test activities, develop test/work plans, and interface with Engineering, System Operating and contractors while ensuring

Qualifications

• Bachelor-level or associate degree in Electrical/ Electronics Engineering Technology or equivalent.
• Must pass the company's Electrical Test Technician screening exam.
• Must have a valid Pennsylvania driver's license.

Responsibilities

• Installs, tests, calibrates, maintains protection and control equipment; Diagnoses improper performance.
• Coordinates Electrical Test activities on assigned projects with training and experience.
• Develops test plans and work plans; Assists in design reviews.
• Interfaces with engineers, system operators, mobile teams and contractors on interconnection points.
• Advises and assists other staff in testing, calibration and safety procedures.

Education

Electrical Engineering Technology

Electronic Engineering Technology

Job description

PPL Electric Utilities is seeking an Electrical Test Technician for our Scranton Service Center. The role involves installing, testing, calibrating, and maintaining power system protection and control equipment at substations, generating stations, and customer locations.

It is a union position with IBEW Local 1600; located in Scranton. The candidate will coordinate Electrical Test activities, develop test/work plans, and interface with Engineering, System Operating and contractors while ensuring