Automation Technician I

Ozarks Electric, headquartered in Fayetteville, Arkansas with offices in Springdale, Arkansas, Stilwell and Westville Oklahoma incorporated in 1938, is a member-owned electric cooperative, serving more than 80,000 meters across nine counties in Northwest Arkansas and Northeast Oklahoma.

Ozarks provides to its employees: 100% paid medical/dental coverage for you and your dependents, a defined benefit pension plan and a 401(k) plan with employer match. We also provide paid time off, 9 paid holidays, paid parental leave, disability benefits, life insurance and tuition reimbursement.

JOB QUALIFICATIONS:

EDUCATION: High school diploma with an algebraic and geometric background required. Must have completed Part I of OECC Electrical Technician Training Program or equivalent.

EXPERIENCE: Must have at least one-year related experience and/or training or equivalent combination of education and experience. Must have basic knowledge of electricity, electrical circuits, and electrical wiring. Must have basic knowledge of NEC, NESC, OSHA, and RUS specifications related to electric service. Must have a good understanding of OECC safety rules and practices.

MAJOR JOB TASKS:

• Assists in installation, maintenance, and monitoring of apparatus and special equipment.
• Monitors and reports issues of the AMR and SCADA systems
• Performs basic troubleshooting of communication and automation issues.
• Assists in computerized programming of automation equipment such as SEL devices and AMR substation equipment.
• Makes common electrical connections properly on de-energized equipment.
• Assists in wiring connections between substation apparatus and control/communication equipment in a control house.
• Performs other such duties as requested and required by the position.

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities.

The Automation Technician I shall be required to perform any other duties assigned to fulfill the objectives of the Cooperative.

EXTERNAL RELATIONSHIPS:

• Members: Very limited contact with members to install or remove automation equipment at downline locations or meter locations. Answers occasional questions concerning OECC, if unable to do so, directs to the proper person.
• General Public: Answers occasional questions concerning the Cooperative.

OTHER REQUIREMENTS:

• Must be able to operate company vehicles in unfavorable conditions. Must be able to use a notebook computer in Windows environment and to retrieve data from various electronic devices. Must be able to use an extendo-stick in various applications. Must have valid driver's license without violation, which would prohibit insurability.
• Must be able to learn and perform first aid and CPR. Must have good written and oral communication skills with ability to comprehend equipment, software, and training manuals. Must be able to carry out instruction furnished in written, oral, and/or diagram form.
• Occasional exposure to moving mechanical parts, high, precarious places, outside weather conditions, and close proximity to energized high voltage equipment.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Requires excellent vision, upper body strength, and hand-eye coordination. Must be able to lift and move 50 to 75 pounds. Must be able to climb and work off a 20-foot ladder. Must be able to walk and/or hike over rough and heavily forested terrain in unfavorable conditions.

Ozarks Electric is an EOE/AA/W/M/VETERAN/Disability employer