Substation Technician

Come join us at Bandera Electric Cooperative (BEC) and BEC Fiber, where we are lighting the grid to empower our members!

Help us Reimagine Rural America!

Bandera Electric Cooperative proudly distributes electricity to members across seven counties in Central Texas. The BEC Fiber division, began offering 100% fiber broadband in 2017 and currently provides fiber internet service to members and subscribers in eight counties in the Texas Hill Country.

We offer Highly Competitive Wages and a Generous Benefit Package!! (no waiting period – benefits start on first day). Paid time off and ten paid holidays.

Our Technical Systems department is looking for a skilled and dependable Substation Technician to join the
team. This position is responsible for the maintenance, repair, and troubleshooting of electrical
substations and related equipment. The ideal candidate will play a critical role in ensuring the safe and
reliable operation of our electrical systems.

Essential Job Duties

Maintenance and Repair

•   Perform substation inspections and maintenance
•   Perform preventative maintenance on substation equipment.
•   Diagnose and repair malfunctions in substation components.
•   Test, maintain and upgrade station battery banks.
•   Schedule, maintain, and file maintenance and inspection reports.
•   Meet safety and regulatory compliance standards.
•   Perform commissioning of new substations and upgrades to existing facilities.
•   Contribute to long-term goals aligned with Bandera Electric Cooperative’s Strategic Plan.
•   Follow quality standards, safety procedures, and company policies.
•   Perform other related duties as necessary or assigned.
•   Respond to and resolve outages as assigned.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

•    Experience with substation maintenance and repair, including testing and commissioning.
•    Must be proficient in the use of laptop computers using Microsoft operating systems and office software.
•    Must have the ability to install and use technical software to program and test electronic controls.
•    Solid knowledge of electrical theory and substation systems.
•    Proficiency with diagnostic tools and testing equipment.
•    Familiarity with electrical schematics/one-lines
•    Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
•    Clear and effective communication skills—both verbal and written.

Qualifications and Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Journeyman Lineman, DOL preferred
• Perform "Hurt Man Rescue" (Pole top & Bucket truck) in 4 minutes or less
• Must have Texas issued Commercial Driver’s License (Class A)
• Must pass DOT physical, background and drug screening.
• Available for call-out duty

Working Conditions

Position requires working both indoors and outdoors. Outdoor work is carried out under varying weather conditions. Conditions may include extreme temperatures from 32 degrees or below to 100 degrees and above.

Outdoor working conditions include work on or near, high voltages. Will work routinely on energized secondary and primary circuits and equipment. Work may be performed where there is risk of fire or explosion and / or risk of electrical shock. Occasional overtime required, subject to working trouble calls when required. Assigned on call duty as lead responder that includes irregular hours including nights, weekends and holidays.

Physical Requirements

The physical requirements for this position involve a consistent ability to stand and perform a variety of

reaching movements, including chest to shoulder and below chest level. Additionally, the ability to

perform elbow flexion and extension, wrist flexion and extension, wrist rotation, neck-forward bending

and flexion, backward bending, twisting, turning, tilting, and kneeling is necessary. The role also requires

frequent driving, bending forward, twisting, reaching-above shoulder, crouching and squatting, climbing,

and foot/pedal action. These requirements align with the typical physical duties involved in this role, such as

working on electrical equipment and power lines, which requires strength, flexibility, and dexterity. Must be able to lift 50lbs.