Power Controller
Company: Disability Solutions
Location: Chicago
Posted on: October 13, 2024
Job Description:
DescriptionSALARY$54.264POSITION SUMMARYControls and directs the
Supply of 600-volt DC (Direct Current) traction power for the
Authority's Rail Transit System.QualificationsPRIMARY
RESPONSIBILITIES
- Controls switching of 600-volt DC traction power system by
means of direct operation of supervisory control equipment or by
communications to field personnel via dial, radio, or other
communication devices.
- Operates switches or circuit breakers to isolate faulty
equipment or segments of the distribution system for the protection
of life and property.
- Instructs and advises construction and emergency crews as to
proper switching operations to perform or connections to install or
remove where feeder cables of the power system are involved.
- Advises linemen of what lateral or feed conductors to
disconnect and what emergency or line switches to manipulate or
conductor ties to make in order to restore service when train
service has been halted because of de-energized contact
conductors.
- Receives reports of defects in system power and assigns
electrical maintenance repairers according to area and class.
- Reviews and revises feeder diagrams, section maps, graphs,
diagrams, etc., relating to the power system.
- Operates subway emergency ventilating fans, supervises the
operation of subway drainage pumps.
- Performs other duties as assigned.SUPERVISORY
RESPONSIBILITIESReporting to this position may include the
following jobs:Job TitleNoneCHALLENGES
- Required to have knowledge of the operation of Authority
substations and be familiar with the various types of circuits
comprising the DC distribution system.
- Must know how to read and interpret blueprints and circuit
diagrams.
- Must have a knowledge of and know how to operate supervisory
control equipment to open, close, start and stop remote devices and
to use illuminated diagram board.
- Must know the location of the various principal facilities of
the power system.EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS
- Three (3) years of CTA Rail Controller, Rail Operations
Leadership, Signal Maintenance, Power Maintenance, or Testing
Engineer experience preferred, or five (5) years external
experience in Rail Road Signal Maintenance or Traction Power, or an
equivalent combination of education and experience relating to
position.
- Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or a related field
preferred.
- Required to submit and pass drug and alcohol testing.
- Required to pass certification/re-certification
test(s).PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS
- Requires sitting for extended periods of time, standing, visual
acumen, manual dexterity and fingering for working with computer
key boards.
- Required to work alone for long periods in a seated position
and performs work of such a nature that requires close visual
demands.KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES
- Working knowledge of rail system functions, routes, rail
patterns, operating regulations, and scheduling techniques.
- Working knowledge of electrical engineering operations and
equipment as it relates to power control.
- Working knowledge of rail operations equipment.
- Working knowledge in the practices and processes in proper
service restoration techniques.
- Strong verbal and written communication skills suitable for
providing clear and concise radio communication and public address
announcements.
- Ability to write and express oneself in a clear, logical and
comprehensive manner.
- Ability to document occurrences or events in a chronological
order.
- Ability to read and interpret all scheduling related
materials.
- Ability to develop and maintain effective working relationships
with Authority personnel and outside agencies.WORKING CONDITIONS
- General office environment.
- Required to work various days and hours on a regular
basis.
- Works in close proximity with electrically energized
conductors.
- Subject to 24 hour call.EQUIPMENT, TOOLS, AND MATERIALS
UTILIZED
- Standard office equipment.
- Personal computer and related software and equipment.Additional
DetailsEmployees and/or union members will be given priority
consideration in the hiring process, per the applicable labor
contracts.Rate to be determined by applicant's entered service date
and service date in union jurisdiction of this classification.CTA
IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER.No employee or applicant for
employment will be discriminated against because of race, color,
creed, religion, sex, marital status, national origin, sexual
orientation, ancestry, age, unfavorable military discharge,
disability or any other status protected by federal, state, or
local laws; except where a bona fide occupational qualification
exists We are committed to providing an inclusive environment for
our workforce and supporting the communities we serve. CTA will
make reasonable accommodations for the known disabilities of
otherwise qualified applicants for employment as well as its
employees, unless undue hardship would result. If you require an
accommodation in the application or hiring process, please contact
arc@transitchicago.com prior to the submission of your application
or upon notification of your actual test date. CTA will work with
you to determine if an accommodation can be provided.TO BE
CONSIDERED APPLICATIONS MUST BE COMPLETED IN THEIR ENTIRETY
INCLUDING:
- UPLOADED RESUME / WORK HISTORY
- QUALIFICATIONS
- JOB ASSESSMENT QUESTIONSINFORMATION PROVIDED MUST BE ACCURATE
AND TRUTHFUL. Failure to respond to correspondences during the
hiring process in a timely fashion may result in your application
being closed out for non-responsiveness. CTA
Benefitshttps://www.transitchicago.com/hrbenefits/
Keywords: Disability Solutions, Wheaton , Power Controller, Accounting, Auditing , Chicago, Illinois
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