Traction Power Substation Lead Technician

Job description
Hitachi Rail Honolulu JV (HRH) is looking for an enthusiastic self-motivated Traction Power Substation Lead Technician to work on our Honolulu Rail Project. As the successful candidate your ideas for continuous improvement and creativity are welcome. The position is based in Pearl City/Honolulu, HI.

Who We Are
Hitachi Rail is a fully integrated, global provider of rail solutions across rolling stock, signalling, service & maintenance, digital technology and turnkey. With a presence in 38 countries across three continents and over 13,000 employees, our mission is to contribute to society through the continuous development of superior rail transport solutions.

Accountabilities:
Lead the traction power systems maintenance team performing maintenance and troubleshooting of technical faults, including high voltage equipment, switches and circuit breakers, SCADA systems in use in a railway environment
Safety of staff and equipment performing maintenance and lockout procedures
Compliance with electrical standards, specifications, practices and regulatory requirements
Investigation of major electrical faults
Role requires flexibility and efficiently which require shift rotation, weekends and holidays work typical of major infrastructure projects and operating transit systems
Perform additional job duties as assigned
Required Education/Skills:

Associate Degree in Electrical engineering or equivalent experience
Knowledge of AC/DC power systems, including third rail metro
Knowledge of cable trays and duct banks management systems

Desired Skills/ Knowledge:
3 years' experience in the maintenance/repair of complex high voltage power distribution equipment
Demonstrated ability to read and understand electrical plans, schematics, maintenance manuals and instructions
Benefits:
HRH employees enjoy a comprehensive benefits package including Competitive Pay, Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance, Short & Long Term Disability, Life & Accident Insurance, Flexible Spending Accounts, Savings Plan, and Paid Vacation. We also offer a number of Work/Life Programs such as Flextime and a variety of Training and Development opportunities.

It is our commitment at Hitachi Rail STS USA Inc. to create a diverse environment and we are proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status.

We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those under consideration will be contacted. Join us at https://www.linkedin.com/company/hitachirailsts/jobs/

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