Shenandoah Valley Electric Cooperative, Inc.
Protection and Control Technician
Shenandoah Valley Electric Cooperative, Inc., Virginia, Minnesota, United States, 55792
Any SVEC district office (Augusta, Luray, Mt. Jackson, Rockingham or Winchester)
Job Classification
Non-Exempt Position Summary
Performs installation, calibration, testing, diagnostics and routine maintenance of transmission and kV distribution protection assets to maintain personnel and public safety, service continuity, electrical system integrity and NERC (PRC, CIP, etc.) compliance. Reporting Relationships
Reports to : Lead Protection & Control Technician Directs : None Responsibilities
Substation Protection and Control (P&C) Microprocessor and Electromechanical Relay:
Install, test and perform scheduled maintenance and calibration as well as necessary emergency repairs to ensure satisfactory performance of relays and related equipment. Perform diagnostic troubleshooting and implement correcting measures to ensure satisfactory performance. Perform routine and emergency testing of all relays and relay systems necessary to maintain good utility practice as well as NERC-PRC compliance. Perform modifications and subsequent testing to ensure P&C systems meet intended design parameters. Participate in the P&C effort to commission new substations. Install control cables and perform wiring associated with new installations or substation upgrades.
Operating Parameters:
Test, verify and document all relay and control inputs. Test, verify and document local/SCADA operation and indication. Test, verify and document CT, PT, CCVT and BCT performance. Perform point-to-point checks on P&C control wiring. Test, verify and document complete P&C system operation.
Drawings and Plans:
Work from, review and update all drawings describing electrical P&C design in a substation including but not limited to one-line diagrams, AC/DC schematics and wiring diagrams.
Downline Protection and Control (P&C) Microprocessor Relay:
Install, test and perform scheduled maintenance and calibration as well as necessary emergency repairs to ensure satisfactory performance of relays and related equipment. Perform diagnostic troubleshooting and implement corrective measures to ensure satisfactory performance. Perform routine and emergency testing of all relays and relay systems necessary to maintain good utility practice as well as NERC-PRC compliance. Perform modifications and subsequent testing to ensure P&C systems meet intended design parameters. Install control cables and perform wiring associated with new installations or upgrades.
Operating Parameters
Test, verify and document all relay and control inputs. Test, verify and document local/SCADA operation and indication.
Must be familiar with communication protocols and solutions to aid troubleshooting of P&C device communication issues associated with SCADA, metering or other needs. Perform monthly substation inspections as assigned. Perform work on energized and de-energized lines and equipment. Perform work in cooperation with the substation and equipment technicians, metering and instrumentation technicians, engineering technicians, utility service technicians, communication technicians, district personnel as appropriate. Develop switching procedures as needed. Perform switching and grounding of substation equipment as needed. Maintain familiarity with various software related to reclosers, regulators, power quality equipment, relays and infrared/thermal imagining. Maintain familiarity with various test equipment used for testing reclosers, regulators, relays, batteries, current transformers, etc. Assist in special projects as necessary. Job Related Qualifications
Education and Experience
Associate degree in a related field or related experience and/or training or equivalent. NETA Level III/IV Certification or equivalent preferred. Previous electric utility experience preferred. Minimum 2 or more years with electric utility technical applications. Experience with relay test sets and other electrical quantity measuring and testing devices preferred. Required Skills and Abilities
Must be able to maintain professionalism and control under all circumstances. Has and maintains a valid driver’s license and acceptable driving record and is able to operate SVEC vehicles. Must become and remain certified in CPR and first aid. Must also be skilled in the use of safety equipment. Ability to handle the challenge of operating efficiently under a very flexible schedule due to the number of unanticipated and unplanned requests for services from the various individuals, departments and outside contacts with whom this position is involved. Ability to motivate peers toward goal achievement. Strong verbal, written, analytical and interpersonal skills. Ability to communicate complex details in both oral and written formats. Ability to dissect and resolve complex problems systematically. Must possess effective techniques to research and access all sources necessary to fulfill position responsibilities. Proficient in Microsoft Office products including Excel and Word. Must have access to reliable transportation to and from work. Physical Requirements
Participation in SVEC job safety and training programs, relevant workshops, seminars and other SVEC-sponsored courses and events. Must be able to use office equipment including telephone, computer, and other systems and related software in the performance of position responsibilities. Must be able and available, during any and all types of weather conditions, to work weekends, holidays, evenings and other times outside normal duty hours to assist in service restoration and other emergencies that may arise or when the workload demands. Must always maintain an operating telephone or personal communication device at their place of residence. Ability to contact the telephone or personal communication device must be made available to SVEC for the purpose of contacting the manager to conduct legitimate routine and/or emergency business. This position involves primarily outside work and may require occasionally lifting and/or carrying of objects weighing 130 pounds and routine lifting of objects weighing up to 50 pounds. Some standing, walking, climbing, balancing, stooping, kneeling, crouching or crawling to a minimal degree. Applicants
Please complete an SVEC employment application on our Careers page (a resume may be attached to the completed application). Alternatively, PDF applications can be emailed to jobs@svec.coop or mailed to SVEC’s Human Resources Department. Notice of Equal Opportunity Employment
Notice of Equal Opportunity Employment In order for Shenandoah Valley Electric Cooperative to abide by its Affirmative Action Statement, the Cooperative publishes the following Equal Employment Policy. This is not a solicitation of applicants for employment. All applicants for employment shall be considered and hired on the basis of merit, without regard to race, color, national origin, age, disability, and where applicable, sex (including gender identity and expression), marital status, familial status, parental status, religion, sexual orientation, genetic information, political beliefs, reprisal, or veteran’s status. The employment practices shall ensure equal treatment of all employees, without discrimination in rates of pay or other opportunities for advancement because of an employee’s race, color, national origin, age, disability, sex, gender identity, religion, reprisal, and where applicable, political beliefs, marital status, familial or parental status, sexual orientation, or all or a part of an individual’s income is derived from any public assistance program, or protected genetic information in employment or in any program or activity. (Not all prohibited bases will apply to all programs and/or employment activities.) Shenandoah Valley Electric Cooperative is an equal opportunity provider and employer.
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Non-Exempt Position Summary
Performs installation, calibration, testing, diagnostics and routine maintenance of transmission and kV distribution protection assets to maintain personnel and public safety, service continuity, electrical system integrity and NERC (PRC, CIP, etc.) compliance. Reporting Relationships
Reports to : Lead Protection & Control Technician Directs : None Responsibilities
Substation Protection and Control (P&C) Microprocessor and Electromechanical Relay:
Install, test and perform scheduled maintenance and calibration as well as necessary emergency repairs to ensure satisfactory performance of relays and related equipment. Perform diagnostic troubleshooting and implement correcting measures to ensure satisfactory performance. Perform routine and emergency testing of all relays and relay systems necessary to maintain good utility practice as well as NERC-PRC compliance. Perform modifications and subsequent testing to ensure P&C systems meet intended design parameters. Participate in the P&C effort to commission new substations. Install control cables and perform wiring associated with new installations or substation upgrades.
Operating Parameters:
Test, verify and document all relay and control inputs. Test, verify and document local/SCADA operation and indication. Test, verify and document CT, PT, CCVT and BCT performance. Perform point-to-point checks on P&C control wiring. Test, verify and document complete P&C system operation.
Drawings and Plans:
Work from, review and update all drawings describing electrical P&C design in a substation including but not limited to one-line diagrams, AC/DC schematics and wiring diagrams.
Downline Protection and Control (P&C) Microprocessor Relay:
Install, test and perform scheduled maintenance and calibration as well as necessary emergency repairs to ensure satisfactory performance of relays and related equipment. Perform diagnostic troubleshooting and implement corrective measures to ensure satisfactory performance. Perform routine and emergency testing of all relays and relay systems necessary to maintain good utility practice as well as NERC-PRC compliance. Perform modifications and subsequent testing to ensure P&C systems meet intended design parameters. Install control cables and perform wiring associated with new installations or upgrades.
Operating Parameters
Test, verify and document all relay and control inputs. Test, verify and document local/SCADA operation and indication.
Must be familiar with communication protocols and solutions to aid troubleshooting of P&C device communication issues associated with SCADA, metering or other needs. Perform monthly substation inspections as assigned. Perform work on energized and de-energized lines and equipment. Perform work in cooperation with the substation and equipment technicians, metering and instrumentation technicians, engineering technicians, utility service technicians, communication technicians, district personnel as appropriate. Develop switching procedures as needed. Perform switching and grounding of substation equipment as needed. Maintain familiarity with various software related to reclosers, regulators, power quality equipment, relays and infrared/thermal imagining. Maintain familiarity with various test equipment used for testing reclosers, regulators, relays, batteries, current transformers, etc. Assist in special projects as necessary. Job Related Qualifications
Education and Experience
Associate degree in a related field or related experience and/or training or equivalent. NETA Level III/IV Certification or equivalent preferred. Previous electric utility experience preferred. Minimum 2 or more years with electric utility technical applications. Experience with relay test sets and other electrical quantity measuring and testing devices preferred. Required Skills and Abilities
Must be able to maintain professionalism and control under all circumstances. Has and maintains a valid driver’s license and acceptable driving record and is able to operate SVEC vehicles. Must become and remain certified in CPR and first aid. Must also be skilled in the use of safety equipment. Ability to handle the challenge of operating efficiently under a very flexible schedule due to the number of unanticipated and unplanned requests for services from the various individuals, departments and outside contacts with whom this position is involved. Ability to motivate peers toward goal achievement. Strong verbal, written, analytical and interpersonal skills. Ability to communicate complex details in both oral and written formats. Ability to dissect and resolve complex problems systematically. Must possess effective techniques to research and access all sources necessary to fulfill position responsibilities. Proficient in Microsoft Office products including Excel and Word. Must have access to reliable transportation to and from work. Physical Requirements
Participation in SVEC job safety and training programs, relevant workshops, seminars and other SVEC-sponsored courses and events. Must be able to use office equipment including telephone, computer, and other systems and related software in the performance of position responsibilities. Must be able and available, during any and all types of weather conditions, to work weekends, holidays, evenings and other times outside normal duty hours to assist in service restoration and other emergencies that may arise or when the workload demands. Must always maintain an operating telephone or personal communication device at their place of residence. Ability to contact the telephone or personal communication device must be made available to SVEC for the purpose of contacting the manager to conduct legitimate routine and/or emergency business. This position involves primarily outside work and may require occasionally lifting and/or carrying of objects weighing 130 pounds and routine lifting of objects weighing up to 50 pounds. Some standing, walking, climbing, balancing, stooping, kneeling, crouching or crawling to a minimal degree. Applicants
Please complete an SVEC employment application on our Careers page (a resume may be attached to the completed application). Alternatively, PDF applications can be emailed to jobs@svec.coop or mailed to SVEC’s Human Resources Department. Notice of Equal Opportunity Employment
Notice of Equal Opportunity Employment In order for Shenandoah Valley Electric Cooperative to abide by its Affirmative Action Statement, the Cooperative publishes the following Equal Employment Policy. This is not a solicitation of applicants for employment. All applicants for employment shall be considered and hired on the basis of merit, without regard to race, color, national origin, age, disability, and where applicable, sex (including gender identity and expression), marital status, familial status, parental status, religion, sexual orientation, genetic information, political beliefs, reprisal, or veteran’s status. The employment practices shall ensure equal treatment of all employees, without discrimination in rates of pay or other opportunities for advancement because of an employee’s race, color, national origin, age, disability, sex, gender identity, religion, reprisal, and where applicable, political beliefs, marital status, familial or parental status, sexual orientation, or all or a part of an individual’s income is derived from any public assistance program, or protected genetic information in employment or in any program or activity. (Not all prohibited bases will apply to all programs and/or employment activities.) Shenandoah Valley Electric Cooperative is an equal opportunity provider and employer.
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