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PowerSouth Energy Cooperative Technician - Systems Protection in Andalusia, Alabama
Technician - System Protection
PowerSouth Energy Cooperative, headquartered in Andalusia, AL, is a generation and transmission (GandT) electric cooperative serving the wholesale power needs of 20 distribution members - 16 electric cooperatives and four municipal electric systems - in Alabama and northwest Florida. Today, PowerSouth remains a trusted energy provider for our member systems, who serve end-use consumers in 39 counties in Alabama and ten counties in Florida.
PowerSouths most important asset is a workforce of over 500 men and women at nine PowerSouth locations. Safety is PowerSouths number one core value, and our employees set the bar for safety excellence and have achieved an impressive safety record.
JOB SUMMARY and MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
The purpose of this position is to calibrate, troubleshoot and perform maintenance and installation of protective schemes and equipment on the PowerSouth transmission system. This position requires a demonstrated potential for success in the Technician - System Protection Training program by qualifying on an aptitude-based placement exercise and behaviorally based structured interview. The incumbent must possess an Associates Degree in industrial electronics or related field. Applicant must also possess a valid drivers license and be able to obtain a DOT medical certification card.
JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Performs maintenance and testing of protective relaying and control equipment along with associated equipment and performs troubleshooting of protective relaying and other control schemes.
- Provide routine inspection and care of substation batteries including replacing batteries as required.
- Install protective relay equipment including the wiring and installation of protective relay panels, pulling control cable, and providing assistance with the performance of acceptance tests of relays and other associated equipment such as current and potential transformers. Perform commissioning tests on new installations.
BENEFITS:
- Medical and Dental Insurance
- Pension Plan funded 100% by the company
- 401(k) Plan with up to 5% employer match
- Group Life Benefits
- Short-Term and Long-Term Disability
- Paid Holidays
- Paid Personal and Sick Leave
- Educational Assistance
Employment is subject to a negative drug screen, background check, and completion of a comprehensive application for employment.
**Interested persons who meet the above qualifications may apply on PowerSouths website at www.powersouth.com/careers by December 26, 2024.
EOE, including disability/vets**