Job Title: Control Wireman

About The Company: 

At Electric Power Systems, we specialize in electrical acceptance testing, commissioning, and maintenance testing for a wide range of clients including Utility, Generation, Renewables, Industrial, Transit, Data Centers, and Commercial Facilities throughout North America. We are committed to providing a culture of safety and technical expertise as a way of setting the standard of excellence in the power industry. 

As a NETA accredited independent electrical testing & engineering organization, we set the standard for technical expertise and uncompromising safety within the renewable energy, data centers, and industrial industries. 

We care about our employees and offer a generous benefits package including:

• Competitive pay
• Nashville Training Academy & Comprehensive Training Resources 
• Career Path Planning
• Incentives for Professional Certifications
• Competitive Per Diem
• Referral Bonuses
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Medical, vision, and dental benefits
• 401k with company match

Job Purpose: A substation wireman performs routine maintenance and emergency repairs on circuit breakers, transformers, power cables, and other elements at a substation. 

• Termination of cables in the relay control panels, as well as any outdoor equipment (breakers, VT’s, etc.). 
• All necessary wiring supplies will be available, minus standard hand tools (screwdrivers, wire cutters, needle nose pliers, etc.). 
• Supplied tools include crimpers, wire strippers and cable cutters. 
• Instruction will be given on site as to proper wiring technique desired by the customer, as well as training on proper shield grounding of the control cable. 
• An understanding of wiring diagrams is necessary, as this will be one of the primary means to determine cable location and termination sequence. 
• Assistance in correcting factory wiring may be required, as well as re-wiring existing circuits during a cutover at brown field substations.

Required: 

• Able to pass a pre-employment drug screen.
• Complete a satisfactory criminal background check.
• Able to work overtime and travel out of town for periods of time.
• Able to climb ladders, stand for extended periods, able to lift 70 lbs.
• Must have a valid driver's license and currently have and be able to maintain a good driving record.

Preferred: 

• NETA certified a plus
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Bachelors or Associates Degree in Electrical/Electronic technology, or Military experience preferred

• Experience with the following test equipment:
  

  • Power Factor
  • Ductor
  • Megger
  • CT ration & saturation
  • Hi-Pot

• Knowledge of the following equipment:

  • Circuit Breakers
  • Low Voltage, Medium Voltage, High Voltage | LV/MV/HV
  • Transformers
  • Switchgear
  • Motors
  • PT's & CCVT's

EPS is an equal opportunity employer and gives consideration for employment to all qualified applicants regardless of race, color, religion, disability, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), political affiliation.

EPS does not work with individual recruiters or third-party recruiting agencies, and will not recognize claims to any unsolicited resumes or candidate information.

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