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Reads and troubleshoots circuit drawings with complete understanding of theory of transmission, distribution, generation and excitation control and protection.\n\nInstalls new equipment such as relays, timers, switches and indicators.\n\nParticipates in 24/7 on-call rotation schedule.\n\nRequired to follow BWL Safety Manual and wear required personal protective equipment.\n\nMust attend all training for safety awareness or skills improvement as required by supervisor, BWL or governmental agency such as MIOSHA.\n\nJOB SPECIFICATIONS: KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, ABILITIES\nMust be Journey System Protection Technician as indicated by the completion of a 5-year apprenticeship program or have an associate degree in Electric Theory or a related field and 5 years of experience as an Electrical Technician, Relay Technician, Generation Line Technician.\n\nMust be able to apply mastery of skills in instrument control through supplier or vendor training such as AVO -Megger, programmable logic and control programming.\n\nCandidates must possess broad knowledge of instrumentation equipment, supplies and techniques.\n\nCandidates will be required to pass a technical assessment if they do not have a Journey status as a System Protection Technician.\n\nMust be able to be on standby and work scheduled and unscheduled overtime to support a 24/7 operation.\n\nMust have valid driver’s license.\n\nMust be Respirator Fit tested.\n\nPHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:\nConsiderable walking on concrete & uneven surfaces in substation yards. May need to climb steps and use ladders. Good vision required to distinguish colors and numbers while reading indicators on equipment and using a PC/laptop to run diagnostic software. Must be able to lift up to 50 lbs.\nWORKING CONDITIONS:\nOffice and field work environment. 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