High Voltage Substation/Transmission Technician Lead

Commissioned in 1991, the Long Island Sound Cable, a pioneering 345 kV transmission circuit, utilizes Laminated Paper Polypropylene insulation.

Spanning 26.3 miles from Con Edison’s Sprain Brook Substation in Yonkers to East Garden City Substation, it includes the South Transition Station, housing equipment like a 3-phase, 150 MVAr, 345kV Shunt Reactor.

In NYC, the Garden City and Port Washington High Voltage Underground Transmission Lines distribute power at 345kV, featuring robust infrastructure for energy demands.

Opportunity Summary

The High Voltage Substation / Transmission Technician Lead is responsible for conducting routine inspections of high-voltage transmission lines, towers, and associated equipment to identify signs of wear, damage, or corrosion, followed by performing preventative maintenance tasks to forestall outages and maintain system integrity.

In emergency situations, prompt coordination with NYPA and external contractors ensures the safe repair or replacement of damaged components, while collaboration with technicians and field crews aids in restoration efforts.

Additionally, supervision of testing and troubleshooting involves overseeing the use of specialized equipment.

Primary Duties

Line Inspection and Maintenance

• Conduct routine inspections of high-voltage transmission lines, towers, and associated equipment.
• Identify signs of wear, damage, or corrosion.
• Perform preventative maintenance tasks to forestall outages and maintain system integrity.

Emergency Repair Coordination

• Promptly coordinate with NYPA and external contractors in response to emergency situations, such as storm damage or equipment failure.
• Manage the repair or replacement of damaged components, including conductors, insulators, and hardware during emergencies.
• Collaborate with technicians and field crews during restoration efforts.

Testing and Troubleshooting Supervision

• Oversee the use of specialized testing equipment to assess transmission line performance.
• Supervise the diagnosis of faults, short circuits, and insulation issues.
• Ensure calibration of protective relays and other control devices.

Vegetation Management Oversight

• Coordinate with vegetation management teams and external contractors to clear vegetation around transmission lines, preventing interference.
• Ensure maintenance of right-of-way (ROW) clearance.
• Supervise inspection and management of tree growth near transmission corridors.

Documentation and Reporting Management

• Oversee the maintenance of accurate records of inspections, repairs, and maintenance activities.
• Supervise the reporting of findings to supervisors and updating of asset management systems.
• Document and report safety incidents and near misses.

Safety Compliance Oversight

• Ensure adherence to safety guidelines, including lockout / tagout procedures.
• Oversee the use of personal protective equipment (PPE) during fieldwork.
• Supervise participation in safety training and awareness programs.

Administrative

• Oversee CMMS Maximo system implementation, utilization, and auditing for tracking maintenance activities related to high voltage transmission equipment, ensuring accurate data entry, compliance, and optimized performance.
• Collaborate with maintenance teams and stakeholders to develop and optimize maintenance task schedules, minimizing downtime, maximizing equipment availability, and adjusting schedules for efficiency.
• Review, prioritize, assign tasks to technicians, monitor progress, ensure timely completion and accurate documentation, and analyze work order date for trends and process improvement.

Budgeting

• Monitor maintenance expenditures, ensure budget adherence for high voltage substation operations, identify cost-saving opportunities, and optimize resource utilization while maintaining operation effectiveness.
• Collaborate with finance and management to provide insights into budget development, especially for high voltage substation maintenance, and assist in creating annual maintenance budgets by providing data on costs, equipment needs, and potential upgrades.

NAES Safe

Safety is a core value of NAES and as a condition of employment, all employees are expected to be mentally alert and work safely at all times.

Additionally, employees are required to adhere to all safety warnings and posted safety signs whenever on company property.

Furthermore, employees must follow all NAES safety rules and procedures. Effectiveness in carrying out this responsibility is part of the evaluation of each employee’s performance.

Working Relationships

The High Voltage Substation / Transmission Technician Lead reports to the Plant Manager and cooperates with all plant personnel relative to the operation and maintenance of the facility.

Physical Requirements and Working Conditions

Physical requirements include the possibility of standing for extended periods of time, stair and ladder climbing and routinely lifting up to 50 pounds.

Protective equipment must be worn in the performance of some duties (e.g., hard hats, safety glasses, air masks, ear protection, chemical suits, hot gloves, and high voltage protective equipment, etc.

Work with hazardous materials may be required. Must be able to be respirator qualified. There are extensive smoking restrictions in and around the facility.

Fitness for Duty

All employees will participate in the Fitness for Duty Program. This program includes post-offer physical examination and drug screening and post-employment random drug screening.

Work Schedule

This position entails a Monday to Friday work schedule during regular day shift hours. Position requires extended working hours and varied shifts with weekend and holiday work, as required by schedules, workload, and plant conditions.

On call" status will periodically be required.

Compensation

Initial starting compensation will range from $57.00 to $66.00 per hour.

Job Qualifications

Ability to understand procedures and instructions specific to the area of assignment as would be acquired in four years of high school.

Associate degree in a technical field desirable.

• Demonstrated proficiency in high-voltage transmission line maintenance procedures, including inspection, repair, and preventative maintenance tasks.
• Preferably 5 to 6 years of experience in high-voltage transmission line maintenance. Knowledge of transmission infrastructure and equipment is essential.
• Ability to effectively coordinate and oversee repairs with NYPA and external contractors, ensuring timely response to emergency situations and efficient execution of maintenance activities.
• Strong commitment to safety protocols and regulations, with experience in enforcing safety measures during fieldwork.
• Proven capability to diagnose faults, troubleshoot issues, and implement effective solutions to maintain transmission line integrity and minimize downtime.
• Understanding of electrical systems, grounding principles, and protective relays is essential for identifying and addressing potential issues with transmission infrastructure.
• Experience maintaining accurate records of inspections, repairs, and maintenance activities. Familiarity with asset management systems and the ability to generate comprehensive reports for supervisors and stakeholders.
• Must possess and maintain a valid Driver’s License at all times.

About NAES

NAES Corporation is the leading provider of operations, maintenance, and engineering services for energy facilities. We have established ourselves as a reliable partner for clients in North America and internationally, offering services across power generation, oil and gas, and renewable energy sectors.

Additionally, our growing family of companies enables us to address the entire life cycle of power generation and other industrial plants.

NAES is committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace. It is the practice of NAES to seek employees of the highest quality and to select individuals on the basis of merit and competence, without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, disability, military status or affiliation protected under USERRA, or any other basis of discrimination prohibited by applicable local, state and federal law.