About the job
Join Spark Power as a Substation Operator!
As a leading partner in the energy sector across North America, Spark Power is seeking a dedicated Substation Operator to enhance our operations in Angleton, TX.
In this pivotal role, you will manage critical field-based switching operations, isolate transformers, evaluate relay trips, execute Lockout/Tagout (LOTO) procedures, and perform both preventive and corrective maintenance. You will also troubleshoot equipment and work closely with the ROC to coordinate substation re-energization efforts.
Key Responsibilities:
- Substation Switching & Isolation: Conduct safe and systematic switching operations, isolating and energizing transformers, circuit breakers, and other high-voltage apparatus in accordance with established protocols.
- LOTO & Safety Compliance: Enforce and implement LOTO procedures to safeguard personnel during maintenance tasks.
- Relay Trip Assessments & Fault Analysis: Analyze relay trips to pinpoint fault causes, collaborating with system operators and relay technicians for effective resolution.
- Troubleshooting & Equipment Maintenance: Perform diagnostic checks on substation components, including breakers, transformers, relays, and control systems.
- Substation Re-energization Support: Work with remote operators and field teams to ensure safe power restoration following maintenance or fault conditions.
- Monitoring & Inspection: Conduct regular inspections of substation equipment to ensure operational readiness and mitigate potential hazards.
- Emergency Response & Outage Restoration: Respond promptly to unexpected outages, implement corrective measures, and assist in the safe restoration of power.
- Collaboration with Remote Teams: Collaborate with the ROC, SCADA operators, engineers, and maintenance teams to uphold system reliability.
- Client Interaction: Foster professional relationships with field clients, addressing concerns and escalations as necessary.
- Documentation & Reporting: Maintain comprehensive records of switching operations, relay events, equipment conditions, and maintenance activities.

