Top 8 Substation control technician Jobs in Lynchburg Va

Substation Control Technician
Central Virginia Electric Cooperative —Arrington, VA
- $40 - $45 an hour
- Overtime
- 5 years
- Driver's License
- Senior level
- Disability insurance
- Health insurance
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TAKKION Ops Management LLC —United States
- $25 - $30 an hour
- Full-time
- Background check
- Pass drug screening
- Mid-level
- Paid holidays
- Health insurance
Field Supervisor Technician (Power Transformers)
Transfluid Services Inc. —United States
- $35 - $55 an hour
- Full-time
- 5 years
- Computer literacy
- Pass drug screening
- Travel reimbursement
- Cell phone reimbursement
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Senior Protection Engineer
Native American Transformer Services, Inc. —United States
- $100,000 - $130,000 a year
- Remote
- 7 years
- Bachelor of Science
- System design
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Substation Control Technician

Central Virginia Electric Cooperative
Arrington, VA

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Job Details

Full-time
$40 - $45 an hour

Benefits

Disability insurance
Health insurance
Dental insurance
401(k)
Paid time off
Vision insurance
Life insurance

Qualifications

Utility electrical systems
Interpreting technical drawings
Electronic systems troubleshooting
Electrical schematic reading and interpretation
Industrial electrical equipment installation projects
Electrical instrumentation
Driver's License
Troubleshooting electrical systems
Instrumentation and control equipment installation
Electrical control system maintenance
Electrical maintenance
Associate's degree
Technical Proficiency
E & I

Full Job Description

Central Virginia Electric Cooperative (CVEC) is seeking a skilled and dependable Substation Control Technician to join the Engineering Services Department. This position is responsible for installing, operating, testing, troubleshooting, and maintaining electronic equipment used in power delivery, monitoring, and control systems.

The ideal candidate will have strong technical knowledge of substation control systems, protective relays, recloser controls, voltage regulator controls, communications equipment, and related electronic devices. This role requires sound judgment, careful attention to safety, and the ability to work independently and as part of a team in field and shop environments.

Key Responsibilities

Install, program, test, troubleshoot, calibrate, operate, and maintain electronic substation equipment, including protective relays, recloser controls, regulator controls, RTUs, metering equipment, battery chargers, and related devices.
Plan, install, and test power, control, and communications circuits for substation equipment using drawings, schematics, and technical documentation.
Inspect substations and related equipment to identify maintenance needs, defects, or failures.
Create and revise interconnection drawings and diagrams for new equipment additions and modifications.
Maintain accurate records of inspections, maintenance, testing, oil testing, infrared testing, equipment disposal, and related work performed.
Assist with mobile substation installation, operation, maintenance, and transportation coordination.
Coordinate with contractors and vendors for equipment maintenance, repair, disposal, environmental services, and PCB testing.
Maintain tools, test equipment, materials, assigned vehicle, and shop areas in safe and orderly condition.

Required Qualifications

Associate's degree in electrical or electronics technology.
Five years of related experience, or an equivalent combination of education and experience in substation control and apparatus work.
Experience troubleshooting electronics, instrumentation, and control systems.
Knowledge of electric distribution and substation equipment installation, operation, and maintenance.
Ability to read and interpret electrical drawings, diagrams, schematics, maps, safety rules, procedures, and technical materials.
Proficiency with computers and software used to program and test apparatus equipment.
Valid Virginia Driver's License.
Ability to work overtime as needed and respond to field locations and division offices when required.

Preferred Qualifications

Experience with an electric utility or similar business.
Technical knowledge of protective relays, distribution automation equipment, instrumentation, serial and Ethernet communications systems, and DNP protocol.
Experience with Schweitzer Engineering Laboratories (SEL) equipment and software.
Fiber optic termination training.
Experience working in substations and knowledge of single-phase and three-phase power systems.
Knowledge of the National Electric Safety Code as it pertains to energized substations.
Regulator, recloser, transformer repair, high-voltage safety, or operations training.

Work Schedule and Environment: The standard work week is four 10-hour days, with either Monday or Friday off as determined by the supervisor. Approximately 80% of the work is performed outdoors. The position may require occasional overtime, overnight travel for conferences or training, and work in environments involving electrical hazards, mechanical equipment, substations, and varying weather conditions.

CVEC offers competitive benefits including Health/Dental/Vision Insurance, Life and Disability Insurances, Elective and Non-Elective 401k; Generous Annual Paid Time Off.

Only qualified electronic job submissions will be considered for employment. If you need an accommodation during the application process due to a disability, please send an email to: [email protected] and your request will be forwarded to the appropriate person.

CVEC is an Equal Opportunity Employer and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any kind. CVEC is committed to the principle of equal employment opportunity for all employees and to providing employees with a work environment free of discrimination and harassment. All employment decisions are based on business needs, job requirements and individual qualifications. CVEC will not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity (including gender expression), national origin, age, marital status, genetic information, pregnancy, disability, family, military or veteran status, or any other status protected by state or federal law.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Affirmative Action Employer: Disability/Veteran

CVEC reserves the right to alter, change, modify, and/or terminate this job posting at any time without notice, or obligation, to any party.

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