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Benton PUD Substation Electrician In Training in Kennewick, Washington
Join Our Team as a Substation Electrician - In Training!
Do you have 2 years of Journeyman level electrician experience? Are you passionate about making a difference in your community by ensuring reliable power for homes and businesses?
Benton PUD is looking to add a Substation Electrician - In Training to our team to be mentored and trained by our top-tier professionals dedicated to keeping the lights on for our community. In this role, you'll be assisting our Substation Electrician Journeyman at the forefront of constructing, operating, maintaining, and repairing essential substation equipment and devices, directly contributing to the safety and reliability of our power systems.
As a key member of our team, you will:
- Work alongside experienced journeymen in a collaborative and supportive environment.
- Help ensure the reliability and efficiency of our substation infrastructure.
- Play a vital role in maintaining public safety and providing excellent customer service.
At Benton PUD, we take pride in being a trusted energy partner in our community. If you're dedicated to service, committed to excellence, and ready to make an impact, we invite you to grow your career with us!
Apply today and help power the future of our community!
Next Steps: If you have a Journeyman certification in the Substation Electrician craft, please apply for the Substation Electrician Journeyman posting. (Benton PUD has 2 postings for one position).
This is a bargaining unit position. The starting wage for a Substation Electrician - In Training is $46.47 per hour.
Position Purpose/Summary
The primary purpose of this position is to construct, operate, maintain and repair substation equipment and devices. * Accountabilities *
- Support the District's mission to serve our customers and foster a positive workplace by personally choosing behavior aligned with our values and ethical code.
- Responsible for contributing to safe operations by completing assigned work in a safe, efficient manner that is in conformance with all applicable regulations.
- Ensure District system reliability by repairing substation equipment and devices including transformers, regulators, reclosers, and sectionalizers.
- Responsible for ensuring District system reliability by operating, conducting maintenance and repair of distribution equipment.
- Contribute to safe working conditions by conducting electric tests on District equipment and tools.
- Responsible for ensuring District system reliability by operating and using test equipment and devices in construction and maintenance of substations and line devices such as power factor test, hi-pot, and Transformer Turn Ratio (TTR).
- Perform other duties as assigned.
* Minimum Qualifications, Experience and Certifications*
Required:
High School or equivalent GED
Two (2) years of Journeyman level electrician experience
Primary residence within 20 miles of Headquarters
Must successfully complete utility training program and pass IBEW Station Electrician examination with the first 12 months in position
Must possess and maintain a Washington State Class "A" CDL and associated Medical Examiners Certification or obtain within 12 months of hire
Must possess