Wireman/Substation Electrician

Wireman/Substation Electrician
Renton Washington

Frequent Travel

Job Description

We have a long tradition of service, and an exciting and innovative future ahead!

We are looking for a Wireman/Substation Electrician to join our team! The Wireman/Substation Electrician has a working knowledge of substation construction, operation, maintenance and repair practices and procedures. They also have a working knowledge of equipment, apparatus, and wiring. They install, maintain, test, adjust, troubleshoot and repair substation equipment which includes, but is not limited to transformers, regulators, load tap changers, circuit breakers, circuit switchers, motor-operated and manual switches, bus work, wiring, battery banks and chargers, metal clad switchgear, GIS substations and substation structures. They operate substation equipment, perform switching, take clearances and install personal protective grounds. They perform testing on substation apparatus such as power factor, transformer turns ratio, megger, ductor, battery load testing, oil sampling, dielectric testing, SF6 gas sampling and processing and other analytical tests as assigned.

Journeymen are expected to follow safety rules and company standards. They may work in confined spaces and in elevated work areas, may work with bucket and boom trucks. They may work independently or with others, occasionally work long hours during emergency conditions, be responsible for tools, test equipment, and vehicles and perform similar and incidental duties as required.

This is an excellent opportunity to play an integral role within us to help us better serve the environment, our customers and the communities in which they live. We provide an environment where all employees are valued, respected and provided with the opportunity to achieve maximum performance.