Job Information
Cloverland Electric Cooperative Electronic Technician in Dafter, Michigan
- POSITION FUNCTION/OBJECTIVE:
Performs diverse electrical work within pump houses, substations and stations. Will investigate, test, and repair transmission, distribution, and Hydro Plant equipment.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES/ RESPONSIBILITIES:
Perform job planning, material requisitions, job set-up, and completion so that employees and the community are properly safeguarded at all times.
- Responsible to see that tools, equipment, and truck stock are sufficient to complete assigned work. Accounts for all material, equipment, and tools utilized for project completion.
- Document work and record findings as required. Report to supervisors any abnormal conditions that develop during the process of work.
- Promote and follow safety consciousness and compliance. Observes all traffic rules and regulations while operating company vehicles.
- Complete all required paperwork regarding work orders and service orders.
Investigate, test, and repair transmission, substation, distribution and Hydro Plant equipment. Equipment includes but is not limited to regulators, circuit breakers, interrupters, transformers, switchboards, SCADA equipment, sectionalizers, metering, relays, Hydro Plant automation equipment, diesel equipment, test equipment, power supplies, and other associated and similar equipment
WORKING CONDITIONS/PHYSICAL DEMANDS
Work is primarily outside and weather conditions can be inclement at times, temperature may range from subzero to high heat and humidity. Must be available for work during adverse weather conditions.
- Overtime work may be required.
- Good physical condition and dexterity is required. Moving weights 100 pounds or more may be required. Medium work requiring lifting, carrying, and moving weights, or using exertion, of up to 50-75 pounds of force occasionally, and up to 25 pounds of force more frequently.
- Must be able to maintain a DOT medical certification card.
- Position requires the individual to be capable of stooping, bending, lying flat on the ground, reaching (overhead), climbing, grasping, pushing, pulling, and having the ability to walk long distances, or work in awkward positions and enclosed spaces. The position requires walking in all types of terrain, sitting, standing, and driving/riding in vehicle.
- Good hand to eye coordination is necessary, as is the ability to read electronic displays and screens, printed materials, and maps. Must be capable of utilizing handheld and manually operated tools that are coincident with the duties of the position.
- Must be able to communicate clearly and accurately and possess good hearing as needed for work and safety compliance in a hot line environment.
- Must possess visual color perception in order to differentiate wire and part colors.
- May be required to operate and/or utilize large trucks with trailers (with an excess weight of 10,000 pounds, but less than 26,001), ATV's, snowmobiles, and boats. May also be required to ride in small single engine planes. j) Motor vehicles, computers, small hand held or mobile electrical instruments and devices, customary office and business communications equipment are utilized in this position. The individual should be familiar with and capable of operating equipment utilized in the construction operation.
- Must be willing to submit to alcohol and drug testing per cooperative and DOT policy.
Hazards include working at heights, electrical and radiant energy.
ACCOUNTABILITIES:
Reports to the Engineering Supervisor, is also required to report to the Electronic Technician Foreman when working in the field on a project, keeping him/her informed concerning work in progress, completions, and consulting with him/her concerning efficient completion of the duties and responsibilities of the position.
Accountable to their super
