Senior Transformer Substation Technician at Southwest Electric Co – Nashville, Tennessee

Description:

Senior Transformer Substation Technician -Nashville Field Service

Southwest Electric Co.

80% travel

Ready to power your career with a leader in the electrical services industry? Apply now to join our team.
About UsSouthwest Electric Co. a division of SGB-SMIT USA has provided electrical equipment and services to energy, utility, and industrial clients for over 75 years. We specialize in custom-engineered solutions, transformer services, and switchgear manufacturing.

Senior Substation Technician Summary:

• Ability to perform all aspects of substation services (repair, processing & testing) and demonstrate an exceptional understanding of transformers, construction operation and the associated controls.
• Have the ability to perform in shop and field transformer testing for Power Factor, Excitation and resistance readings per NETA/ANSI Standards and maintain operational mechanical systems including pump operations, valve operations and oil processing units.

Senior Substation Technician Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Troubleshoot and test transformers using various methods and testing equipment including partial installation of transformer components.
• Conduct acceptance testing and preventative maintenance in accordance with the published testing procedures.
• Operate specialized test equipment including but not limited to: Power Factor Tester (DOBLE), Megohmmeters, AC/DC volt-ohm-millimeters, various kinds of hand-held power and nonpower tools, etc.
• Must be willing and able to travel on overnight, multi-day, out of town jobs and able to work regular overtime including nights, weekends and some holidays.

Requirements:

Senior Substation Technician Qualifications:

• Ability to pass a pre-employment DOT drug screen, and physical.
• Complete a satisfactory nationwide criminal background check.
• Must have a valid driver’s license and a clean driving record.
• Ability to lift 50 + lbs., climb ladders, stand for extended periods of time.
• Must be able to work for extended periods which includes overtime, weekends and holidays with minimal notice.

Senior Substation Technician Education and/or Experience:

• High School Diploma or GED REQUIRED
• Associate's degree in industrial maintenance, Electrical/Electronic Technology preferred.
• 10+ years of commensurate Substation work experience preferred.
• Electrical theory education and/or related experience is required.
• Military experience is a plus.

Certificates, Licenses, Registrations:

• NETA certification is a plus.
• CDL Class A is required.

What We Offer

• 401k with a company match- Company vehicle- Weekly pay- Health, dental, vision insurance and Short-Term Disability Insurance.
  
• Apply now to join a legacy company with innovative solutions and a commitment to your success.

Visit us at www.swelectric.com and www.youtube.com/@SouthwestElectricCo

Southwest Electric is an Equal Opportunity Employer.