System Protection & Control Tech Trainee at Avangrid in Horseheads, New York

Job Description:

POSITION - Union: System Protection & Control Technician Trainee



NUMBER OF POSITIONS: 1



LOCATION: NY - Horseheads - Elmira



WAGE RANGE: $40.49-$41.49



Duties: Under close supervision:

• Learns the basics of relaying practice procedures and switching.
  
  


• Checks switchboard wiring by "ring-out" method.
  
  


• Marks prints with revisions and corrections.
  
  


• Tabulates test data.
  
  


• Assists in relay testing as directed by higher rated person.
  
  

Experience, Education and Special Information Required:

• Must possess A.A.S. degree in Electrical Technology or its equivalent as determined by passing an appropriate test.
  
  


• Must have complied with all terms of the Memorandum of Agreement governing the System Protection & Control Technician Training Program as it applies to a System Protection & Control Technician Trainee.
  
  


• Must become thoroughly familiar with this Company's Electrical and Mechanical Tagging Rules.
  
  


• Must become familiar with Company's Safety Rules, approved methods of resuscitation and be able to render practical First Aid. Must be able to qualify for appropriate operators' licenses.
  
  

Physical Qualifications:

• Normal health, physique and use of senses as indicated by passing the required physical examination given by a Company physician, including color perception.
  
  

Personal Qualifications:

• Should possess temperament suited to jobs where manual dexterity, precision and patience are particularly essential.
  
  


• Must be especially neat and orderly in work.
  
  


• Must have established reputation for being trustworthy when in possession of confidential information.
  
  


• Must be willing to work extra and/or irregular hours as required.
  
  


• Must be particularly alert in observing hazards and avoiding accidents and when working on or near live conductors, structures and equipment must proceed with the most diligent caution.
  
  


• Must meet general qualifications for all employees as described in the Preamble to Job Specifications.
  
  

Mobility Information



Please note that any applicant who is not a citizen of the country of the vacancy will be subject to compliance with the applicable immigration requirements to legally work in that country


AVANGRID's employment practices and policies are geared to hiring a diverse workforce and sustaining an inclusive culture. At AVANGRID we provide fair and equal employment and advancement opportunities for all employees and candidates regardless of race, color, religion, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, disability, protected veteran status or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law. If you are an individual with a disability or a disabled veteran who is unable to use our online tool to search for or to apply for jobs, you may request a reasonable accommodation by contacting our People and Organization department at careers@avangrid.com


Avangrid employees may be assigned a system emergency role and in the event of a system emergency, may be required to work outside of their regular schedule/job duties. This is applicable to employees that will work in Connecticut, Maine, Massachusetts, and New York within AVANGRD Network and Corporate functions. This does not include those that will work for Avangrid Renewables



Job Posting End Date:

January-16-2025 Apply Now