Substation Maintenance Intern - Hands-On Electrical

PPL Corporation; Lexington (KY); On-site; USD 16,531 - 22,041; Full time

Job summary

PPL Corporation’s Louisville Gas and Electric Company and Kentucky Utilities Company offer an intern-level opportunity in the energy transmission field. The intern will gain practical, hands-on experience under close supervision at an LG&E or KU energy facility, working on maintenance and installation in high voltage substations.

The program provides challenging projects, networking opportunities, and a chance to learn from seasoned energy professionals, with exposure to safety, technical

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 GPA of 2.50.

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.

Education

Engineering / Electronics Technology / Industrial Maintenance / Advanced Automation & Robotics Technology degree program

Job description

PPL Corporation’s Louisville Gas and Electric Company and Kentucky Utilities Company offer an intern-level opportunity in the energy transmission field. The intern will gain practical, hands-on experience under close supervision at an LG&E or KU energy facility, working on maintenance and installation in high voltage substations.

The program provides challenging projects, networking opportunities, and a chance to learn from seasoned energy professionals, with exposure to safety, technical