SCADA Communication Specialist

Summary

Responsible for installing and maintaining devices and equipment to allow the operations center to actively communicate and control all aspects of substation and generation equipment in the field on a 24/7 basis.  Maintain SCADA information flowing into the EMS system for proper accounting purposes in order to provide data to ERCOT.

Pay Range: $40.90 - 48.99 (Depending on qualifications and experience)

Work Schedule: Typical full-time workweek

• Rotating on-call after hours

• Role likely includes travel to substation locations including West, TX 

Essential Duties and Responsibilities include the following. Other duties may be assigned.

• Install and program RTU’s, communications processors and any devices in between that are the responsibility of the department.

• Create and update drawings and documentation to allow proper troubleshooting of the devices and equipment. 

• Test and submit datasheet of critical equipment and devices to ERCOT by certified ERCOT personnel.

• Support system troubleshooting.

• Test communication circuits, wire circuits and fiber optic work.

Minimum Qualifications

• Associate’s degree

• 2 years experience

Or an equivalent combination of education and experience sufficient to successfully perform the essential functions of the job.

Preferred Qualifications

Education/ Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Electronics, Electrical or Communications

• 2-4 years experience in electronics, electrical, networking or power systems

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities            

• Proficient knowledge of communication circuitry

• Proficient knowledge and understanding of SCADA technology

• Proficient knowledge and understanding of power systems Basic computer skills (Microsoft Office and Internet Explorer)

• Basic wiring skills Basic drafting/drawing skills

• Ability to learn custom software

Physical Requirements / Work Environment

The work environment and physical demands described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job.  Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

The incumbent works in a Substation and in generation plants; frequent exposure to unpleasant environmental conditions and/or hazards.  Majority of work performed outside or with exposure to risk.