Responsible for safe and efficient construction installation, modification, commissioning, maintenance, operation of lines, telecommunications, and substation equipment in both energized and de-energized states. Responsible for directing, coordinating, training and monitoring others in all types of construction and maintenance of electrical equipment in substations.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Responsible for the construction installation, modification, commissioning or maintenance of all components associated with the operation of lines, telecommunications and substations, both energized and de-energized.
• Responsible for directing, coordinating, training and monitoring others in all types of construction and maintenance of electrical equipment in substations
• Completes work order assignments, interprets prints, and prepares daily time sheets, material tickets, field test reports, and all associated compliance documentation as required.
• Leads and directs the work of the crew for the routing and execution of assigned jobs, and plans and lays out the specific work assignments on the job.
• Maintains a CPR and first-aid certification and performs CPR and first-aid, as required.
• Responsible for observing safety rules and for the observance of safety rules by all co-workers.
• Maintains a Commercial Driver's License (CDL) and operates automotive equipment from pickups to large oversized vehicles.
• Sets up safe clearance on lines and equipment with System Operators and operating personnel.
• Responsible for appraising condition of the substation equipment, such as transformers, switchgear, switchboards, associated electrical control systems, wiring, busses, and related equipment, while performing regular duties and for advising the Substation Construction Electrical Foreman of any defects or conditions that need attention.
• Responsible for prompt restoration of service during outage.
• Responsible for all components of Substation Electrical construction, testing, checkout, and commissioning.
• Responsible for having all equipment commissioned or maintained in ready-working condition.
• Performs any other work of equal or lessor skill within the capabilities of the individual to meet emergencies or other operating needs.
• Adhere to and demonstrate compliance with appropriate electric utility industry regulatory requirements. Attain knowledge and remain knowledgeable of development in regulations, laws, standards and best practices applicable to the functional area including, but not limited to, Standards of Conduct, Environmental, Employment Law, NERC Reliability Standards and Safety. Must be familiar with, and comply with, all aspects of Corporate Policy C-54, Compliance.
• Demonstrate behavior consistent with Tri-State's culture embodied in the Cooperative principles and spirit and core values of technical competency, respect and dignity, accountability, integrity, trustworthiness, and servant leadership to empower or otherwise enable others to optimally perform their job responsibilities. Demonstrate and promote ethics and behaviors consistent with Tri-State's culture, Board policies, and business practices. Understand and fulfill the role and responsibility for all compliance programs within the company.
• Because Tri-State is an electric utility with continuous service obligations to its customers, regular, reliable, and predictable performance of the essential functions and responsibilities is an essential function of the job.
• Because Tri-State has an obligation to provide continuous, reliable electric service to its customers, the ability to work overtime at any time of the day or week is considered an essential function of the job.

OTHER DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Perform other related duties as assigned

SUCCESS FACTORS/JOB COMPETENCIES:

• Planning: ability to think ahead and plan within timelines and resources; develop scopes, plan and schedule work; set priorities and goals; anticipate and adjust for problems; evaluate workloads; measure and evaluate performance against established goals.
• Time management: ability to successfully plan and implement objectives within established timelines and work schedules.
• Ability to analyze problems and develop effective solutions at both strategic and functional levels.
• Demonstrate behavior consistent with company values.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
• Strong team player: accomplishes tasks by working with others and being a good team player. Recognizes how his/her decisions may impact others; seeks input from others.
• Computer proficiency in operating a personal computer and standard business office applications including Microsoft Office suite, databases, and other related applications.
• Ability to work independently, with minimal direction as a highly motivated self-starter.

REQUIRED JOB QUALIFICATIONS:

Education/Training and Experience:

• Six (6) years of combined education and experience in the electrical and electronic field. This would consist of:
• The equivalent of technical training received in an Associate Degree Program in Electrical Technology with advanced studies in industrial electrical and electromechanical controls and digital systems control logic;

AND

• Four (4) years of practical experience and/or be able to demonstrate knowledge in maintenance of industrial electrical electromechanical control equipment which must include:
• Two (2) years and/or the equivalent knowledge of electric power substation apparatus maintenance experience involving testing of power transformers, testing and repairing of power circuit breakers and electrical insulation system testing and repair.
• Two (2) years and/or the equivalent knowledge of practical experience in testing, calibrating and repairing protective relay devices and revenue meters;

AND

• Must be capable of satisfactorily interpreting electrical schematic diagrams, wiring diagrams and control logic.

Knowledge, Skills, and Ability:

• Willingness and ability to work extra and irregular hours as the utility needs may require, and be willing to work under unusual or special working conditions; storms, extreme temperatures, winds, darkness, similar working conditions.
• Possess a considerable degree of skill to perform work by following standard methods and procedures as well as the ability to plan and perform a sequence of operations or duties when standards or recognized methods are inapplicable or are not suitable.
• Ability to exercise judgment in making frequent decisions and regularly directing a group or workers.
• Have knowledge of the layout and characteristics of Tri-State's system and conventions used throughout the electric power industry.
• Ability to apply artificial respiration and render practical first aid.

Other:

• Must reside within a 60 minute response time of the base location.
• Willingness to travel up to 95% of working time, including overnight travel.
• Must have satisfactory work record.
• Have good health and physical abilities adequate for strenuous work.
• Must possess a valid driver license.
• Must be able to demonstrate that he or she can perform all of the essential functions of the position.

Note: The above level of experience refers to a Journey Level Substation Construction Electrician.  Those with less experience would be hired into the apprentice program as a Substation Construction Electrician I, II, III or IV, as appropriate.

PHYSICAL AND MENTAL DEMANDS: The physical demands and work environment characteristics described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of the position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Physical demands: While performing the duties of this position, the incumbent is required to stand and walk for long periods of time and occasionally stoop, bend, reach above and below shoulder level up to 50 lbs. Incumbent is frequently required to use hands and fingers to handle, or feel objects, tools, or controls, talk and hear. Incumbent must have finger dexterity, good vision, good color vision, good hearing, and ability to speak clearly, and handle intricate work.
• Mental demands: While performing the duties of this job, the incumbent is required to read, write, perform basic math, analyze data and reports, exercise judgment, develop plans, procedures and goals, and present information to others and work under pressure.
• Work Environment: While performing the duties of this position, the incumbent is exposed to dust and exposed to electrical risks, and works around large industrial operating equipment.