Electrical Technician L1-2, Facilities Astoria Operations Technical Services

Overview

Responsibilities

• Evaluation, testing, repairs, and calibrations on various electrical and electronic measuring instruments, as well as troubleshoot, diagnose and repair analog and digital control systems, circuitry, and devices.
• Safely use various electrical, mechanical, and electronic equipment and tools to perform assigned tasks.
• Follow and ensure compliance with all applicable Company policies and procedures.
• Perform high voltage testing on dielectric materials and equipment.
• Perform field diagnostics tests and technical studies for various Company facilities (i.e., sound level surveys, ground grid testing, and cad-weld testing, etc.).
• Build, troubleshoot, upgrade, and repair automation systems, remote monitoring systems and SCADA (Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition) equipment.
• Possess excellent oral and written communication skills and be able to work with minimal supervision.
• Knowledge and experience with computer systems and competency in Microsoft Office products (i.e., Outlook, Word, Excel, Power Point, Adobe Acrobat).
• Use of various computer applications to prepare and compile necessary technical reports and documentation of observations and test findings in corresponding reports and computer systems.
• Maintains records and logs of preventive calibration/maintenance activities.
• Ability to promote a strong safety culture and procedural adherence.
• Work as part of a diverse team to support an inclusive environment where teammates can speak up and share questions and concerns.
• Effectively communicate and adhere to the Company's Standards of Business Conduct, Environmental, Health and Safety (EH&S) protocols.
• Commitment to fostering a Zero Accident Culture, Diversity and Inclusion, Achieving Operational Excellence and effective cost management culture and enhancing the customer experience.
• Work independently, collaboratively, and ensure incorporation of Human Performance Improvements (HPI) tools into daily work.
• Ensures that all work is being performed in an effective manner and explores opportunities to enhance existing practices.
• Follows oral or written instructions and work assignments.

Qualifications

• Associate's Degree AAS in Electrical Technology or related degree or or
• High School Diploma/GED and 4 years Relevant Electrical Work Experience

• Bachelor's Degree Electrical Engineering

• Driver's License Required

• Ability to respond to system emergencies
• Able to work in all weather conditions, i.e. excessive heat and/or cold
• Perform heavy manual labor, i.e. push, pull, and lift up to 50lbs
• Ability to work in adverse conditions that include, noise, confined spaces, and high elevations
• Ability to work on elevated platforms, scaffolds, catwalks, roofs, and/or other equipment
• Ability to work in inclement weather and adverse conditions (i.e., excessive heat, cold, noise, confined spaces)
• Ability to work with, and in, the vicinity of high voltage and/or other high-energy systems
• Ability to climb in and out of manholes and excavations
• Stand, walk, lift, climb, bend, kneel, stoop, and/or reach for the duration of the workday
• Ability to use hand tools and operate heavy machinery, i.e. jackhammers
• Use hand-eye coordination to adjust controls on equipment
• Wear necessary Personal Protective Equipment (PPE), i.e. fire-retardant clothing and safety harnesses
• Work with equipment with a manufacturer weight rating of 350lbs
• Use equipment with a maximum weight rating of 375lbs when wearing and/or carrying 25lbs of clothing and equipment

• Must be able to respond to Company emergencies by performing a System Emergency Assignment to restore service to our customers.
• Ability to respond to Company emergencies by performing a System Emergency Assignment to restore service to our customers.