Job Title: Communications Circuit Technician (Telco Tech)
Location: Jackson/Parnall Office
Functional Area: Utility Operations Electric
Requisition #: 50870696
Employment Level:
Apply By: 12/24/2015
Department Summary
The I&C Communications Circuit Technician position is an exciting, interesting and challenging position within the
Instrumentation and Controls (I&C) Division of the Electric Transmission & High Voltage Distribution (HVD) Engineering
Department. The I&C Division is responsible for all electric system I&C engineering, design and standards activities for
both the high- and low-voltage distribution systems of Consumers Energy. This Technician position is located at the
Parnall Road office in Jackson, MI.
Job Description/Responsibilities
The Technician is a key member of I&C and provides ongoing support to electric substation capital and O&M projects by
determining and coordinating required work on the telco communication circuit(s) into the substations. These circuits may
be hardwired copper, as well as fiber optic cable.
Job responsibilities for this position include, but are not limited to, being able to analyze, read and decipher both I&C and
HVD Substation Design (Layout) project drawings, support I&C and substation Layout design sections on telephone high
voltage interface/protection installations, understand and interpret IEEE industry standards, create custom circuit order
requests, and work with Consumers Energy's IT department when submitting and tracking new circuit and service
requests.
The Technician is one of the key communicators when interfacing and negotiating with the various telecommunication
providers' Outside Plant Engineers (OSPEs) on issues concerning new circuits and services, as well as for correctional
work on existing installations. Communication and coordination with several internal organizations within Consumers
Energy is also critical. This is especially true in the case of communication with the Energy Operations (EO) substation
construction supervisors/coordinators and Electric Field Lab (EFL) technicians and supervisors. At times, frequent electric
substation visits will be required by the technician, in support of the above. The willingness to travel alone to sites close to
Jackson and sites 3 hours away for site meetings with Telco representatives and the CE Electric Field Lab is critical in
this role. In addition, willingness to potentially stay overnight where site meetings are scheduled later in the morning or
early afternoon for those sites that are 3-4 hours away will be required.
The Technician will also assist in the HVD project scope document process, project cost-estimates, project meetings and
site meetings, as required. A significant amount of time utilizing computer-based applications will also be required.
Requirements/Qualifications
- Associate's Degree in Electrical Engineering Technology (EET)
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills, including the ability to communicate effectively to both internal and
external organizations, and all levels of associates in the organization
- Demonstrated analytical and problem-solving abilities
- Self-motivated, flexible, adaptable and able to work effectively in a team setting, as well as, independently, with minimal
error and guidance
- Demonstrated ability to effectively plan, prioritize and manage multiple priorities and tasks
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills
- Valid driver's license with a clean driving record. Driving a company vehicle and/or personal vehicle is a requirement in
the role.
- Ability to travel throughout Michigan, as described in the job description.
- Understanding and interpreting substation design drawings and confirming telephone high voltage interface/protection
installations meet or do not meet design details
- Capable of functioning in the field on own, but be fully aware of the risks and expectations associated with being inside a
high voltage environment as an individual
The following are desired:
- Prior CAD skills, such as MicroStation and/or AutoCAD
- Prior MS Excel, MS Word, MS Access, MS PowerPoint and Adobe Acrobat skills are highly desirable
- A good understanding of Ground Potential Rise (GPR) and electrical equipment grounding
- Prior electrical or substation experience preferred but not required
The position will be filled at the appropriate salary grade based upon the skills and experience of the selected candidate.
Essential Functions
Maintains and troubleshoots electronic, electrical, mechanical, and other equipment for plant, electric and gas distribution
and transmission systems. Consults with super... For full info follow application link.
All qualified applicants will not be discriminated against and will receive consideration for employment without regard to protected veteran status, disability, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or national origin.
