Substation Technician

PS Job Title: Substation Technician

Work Place Flexibility: Onsite 

Legal Entity: Entergy Arkansas, LLC 

* This position may be filled as a Substation Apprentice 1st, 2nd, 3rd or 4th Year, or Substation Technician based on the qualifications and experience of the selected candidate. *

* The selected candidate is required to live within or relocate within 40 miles of the service area headquarters. This position does not offer relocation benefits.*

JOB QUALIFICATIONS:

Under close supervision, as an apprentice in training, must be able to perform the less difficult tasks and assist others in high and low voltage work involved in the construction and maintenance of electric transmission and distribution conductors, structures, substations, underground systems, and related equipment, and be qualified to do the following and related work as assigned:

• Assist in the erection of substation structures, including foundations;
• Work on energized conductors up to 600 volts;
• Install miscellaneous hardware, grounds, fittings during construction, buss supports, and conductors on dead circuits;
• Perform transmission and distribution switching;
• Tie knots and splice rope;
• Assist qualified mechanic in simple routine inspection and maintenance;
• Assist in the handling, moving and installation of all transmission, distribution and plant equipment, machinery, etc.; 
• Assist in testing and filtering oil and minor repairs to transformers, oil circuit breakers, regulations, etc.;
• Prepare reports and records;
• Operate Company’s trucks and automobiles;
• Prepare reports and records.

• Operate Company's vehicles and equipment.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

Minimum education required of the position:

• A high school diploma or general education degree (GED)

EXPERIENCE AND SPECIAL QUALIFICATIONS:

Minimum Experience:

• Substation Apprentice 1st Year: worked for at least 1 year as a qualified Helper, Helper Substation Dept., OR have equivalent experience in related work having all the qualifications of the previous classifications.
• Substation Apprentice 2nd Year: worked at least 1 year as a qualified Substation Apprentice 1st Year - Substation Dept., OR have had equivalent experience in related work, having all the qualifications of the previous classifications.
• Substation Apprentice 3rd Year: worked at least 1 year as a qualified Substation Apprentice 2nd Year, OR have had equivalent experience in related work, having all the qualifications of the previous classifications.
• Substation Apprentice 4th Year: worked at least 1 year as a qualified Substation Apprentice 3rd Year, OR have had equivalent experience in related work, having all the qualifications of the previous classifications.
• Substation Technician: worked for at least 1 year as a qualified Substation Apprentice 4th Year, OR have had equivalent experience in related work, having all the qualifications of the previous classifications.

EXPERIENCE AND SPECIAL QUALIFICATIONS:

• Know Company's safety rules and be willing and able to administer all approved methods of resuscitation and be willing and able to render practical first aid.
• Know the location of, and be willing and able to operate, all of the firefighting equipment. Know what kind of equipment to use on electrical, oil and other fires.
• Hold a current Class A CDL license or be willing and able to obtain one within a specified time period.
• Have knowledge of line and substation material and use of line and substation construction tools and equipment.

PHYSICAL QUALIFICATIONS:

• Must be willing and able to perform the essential functions of the position, with or without reasonable accommodation.

PERSONAL QUALIFICATIONS:

• Be particularly alert in observing hazards, communicating issues and avoiding accidents.
• Be willing and able to attend and take part in safety meetings.
• Be willing and able to work under unusual surroundings, as well as the normal working conditions pertaining to this job.
• Be willing and able to receive and transmit orders and instructions in such a manner as to inspire respect and confidence of both superiors and subordinates.
• Be especially neat, clean and orderly in work and person.
• Be willing and able to meet the public in a pleasant and tactful manner.
• Understand importance of always rendering and maintaining first class, courteous service to all customers.

Any certificates, licenses, etc. required for the position:

• Successful Recommendation on EEI CAST Test

COMPANY TESTING:

• Successful completion of the EEI CAST test *if EEI CAST Test Recommended, notate on resume.
• Candidates selected to take the CAST test will be invited via e-mail **BE SURE TO MONITOR YOUR SPAM/JUNK EMAIL FOLDER.

Primary Location: Arkansas-Blytheville Arkansas : Blytheville 
Job Function: Field & Skilled Trade
FLSA Status: Nonexempt 
Relocation Option: No Relocation Offered
Union description/code: GSU Bargaining Transmission-U02 
Number of Openings: 1
Req ID: 125310
PS Job Title: Substation Technician 
Travel Percentage:Up to 25%

An Equal Opportunity Employer, Minority/Female/Disability/Vets. Please click here to view the EEO page, or see statements below.

EEO Statement: The Entergy System of Companies provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, amnesty, or status as a protected veteran in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws. The Entergy System of Companies complies with applicable state and local laws governing non-discrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment including, but not limited to, recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training. 

The Entergy System of Companies expressly prohibits any form of unlawful employee harassment based on race, color, religion, sex, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, genetic information, disability, or veteran status. Improper interference with the ability of the Entergy System of Company employees to perform their expected job duties is absolutely not tolerated.

Accessibility: Entergy provides reasonable accommodations for online applicants. Requests for a reasonable accommodation may be made orally or in writing by an applicant, employee, or third party on his or her behalf. If you are an individual with a disability and you are in need of an accommodation for the recruiting process please click here and provide your name, contact number, the accommodation requested and the requisition number that you are requesting the accommodation for. Employee Services will contact you regarding your request.

Additional Responsibilities: As a provider of essential services, Entergy expects its employees to be available to work additional hours, to work in alternate locations, and/or to perform additional duties in connection with storms, outages, emergencies, or other situations as deemed necessary by the company. Exempt employees may not be paid overtime associated with such duties.

Know Your Rights: Workplace Discrimination is Illegal

The non-confidential portions of the affirmative action program for individuals with disabilities and protected veterans shall be available for inspection upon request by any employee or applicant for employment.  Please contact [email protected] to schedule a time to review the affirmative action plan during regular office hours.

WORKING CONDITIONS:
As a provider of essential services, Entergy expects its employees to be available to work additional hours, to work in alternate locations, and/or to perform additional duties in connection with storms, outages, emergencies, or other situations as deemed necessary by the company. Exempt employees may not be paid overtime associated with such duties.

Please note: Authorization to work in the United States is a precondition to employment in this position. Entergy will not sponsor candidates for work visas for this position.