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CORE Electric Cooperative SUBSTATION TECHNICIAN II - CDL in Sedalia, Colorado
58.59 per hour $58.59 | U.S. 85, North, Sedalia, CO 80135, USA | Hourly | Full Time
Substation Technician II - Sedalia - Bargaining Unit
About the job
The Substation Technician II - CDL Reports to the Substation Supervisor. The position involves the operation, testing, maintenance, and commissioning of substation apparatus including interrupting devices, isolating devices, power transformers, voltage regulators, and protection relays. Procedures are applied to determine the best course of action within the limits of standard practice.
This is a Non-exempt onsite position at our Sedalia office, located at 5496 N. U.S. Highway 85, Sedalia, CO 80135.
There are no remote or hybrid work options available.
You will...
Perform routine maintenance, minor repairs, and adjustments of distribution transformers, voltage regulators, reclosers, and switchgear. Program and repair controls on capacitor banks, voltage regulators, and electronic reclosers. Maintain a clean, safe environment in the oil shop and substation work area. Respond to call-out for restoration of service due to substation outage. In addition, you will be subject to call-out at all hours, including holidays and weekends, to restore or maintain electric service to consumers. Operate CORE CDL-required commercial vehicles and equipment. Employees in this position are not required to drive tractor/trailer combinations or mobile substations. You will inspect, test, repair, and certify as usable rebuilt oil-filled equipment when necessary. Perform oil tests to determine PCB content and maintain required CORE and EPA documentation when necessary.
We are excited to speak to someone with the following...
High school diploma or equivalent certificate required.
Substation Technical Apprenticeship, vocational degree, or relevant technical training required. Two or more years of experience, or equivalent experience/education required.
Experience with position-specific software and applications.
[ e.g., Doble DTA, Doble Protection Suite, Vanguard EZCT-2000, SEL Quickset, Beckwith, Qualitrol, Cooper ProView, S&C, Hubbell, Flir, Phenix, etc.]
Experience with position specific equipment.
[ e.g., Doble M4100, Doble F6150SV, Doble M5400 SFRA, Fluke Multimeter, Megger, Dilo gas cart and SF6 Multi-Analyzer, Vanguard TRM-403, Phenix, Alber CellCorder, etc.]
[e.g. Power Transformers, Autotransformers, SF6 Breakers, Vacuum Breakers, Arc Resistant Switchgear, NOVA reclosers, Gang Operated Switches, Motor Operators, Load Break SF6 & Vacuum Interrupters, CCVT's, CT's, PT's, LTC's, Voltage Regulators, Capacitor Banks, Sump Pumps, Oil Filtration, SCADA Systems, SEL Relaying, Beckwith Controls, Qualitrol Temperature Monitors, Bitronics Meters, etc.]
Competent with general office equipment.
Competent with Microsoft Office: [Excel, Word, Outlook].
Requires a valid Colorado Driver's License (CDL) with class A designation and air brake endorsement and a current DOT medical certificate must be maintained.
Hourly Pay Rate: $58.59
The job will be posted externally until filled. We encourage qualified candidates to submit their application(s) expediently so as not to miss opportunities.
CORE offers a comprehensive benefits package including the following...
9/80 work schedule (3-day weekend every other week)
Eight paid holidays per year
160 Hours of accruable PTO per year to start (Vacation time and sick time)
About 48 days off a year (PTO, every other Friday off, and paid holidays combined)
Paid parental leave (80 hours)
Education and training reimbursement
100% Cooperative paid benefits including:
Defined benefit pension plan
Medical insurance
Dental insurance
Vision insurance
Basic life Insurance
Short term disability
Long term disability
Employee assistance program
Life insurance:
HSA employer contribution: $900 for employee only, $1,800 for employee + dependents
401(k) retirement plan with company match up to 4%. Immediately 100% vested
Wellness reimbursement: Up to $300 per year
Travel assistance & identity theft support services
Length of service program
Free Onsite EV charging stations (at certain locations)
Onsite micro market (at certain locations)
Onsite gym with golf simulator and massage chairs (at certain locations)
CORE is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
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Equal Opportunity Employer Minorities/Women/Protected Veterans/Disabled
We consider all applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, age, handicap or disability, or status as a Vietnam-era or special disabled veteran in accordance with federal law. If you need assistance, please reach out to us at hr@core.coop