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SCADA Technician

Join Our Team as a SCADA Technician at Northwest Iowa Power Cooperative!

 

Are you experienced in the operational aspects of the electric utility industry? Northwest Iowa Power Cooperative is seeking a skilled individual to join our team as a SCADA Technician. This position plays a vital role in ensuring the efficient operation and maintenance of our supervisory control and SCADA communications equipment throughout the system.

 

Role overview:

The SCADA Technician installs, configures, maintains, and supports the cooperative’s Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition (SCADA) systems and related field automation. This role ensures real‑time visibility and remote control of assets (substations, reclosers, regulators, capacitor banks) to improve safety, reliability, and outage restoration. The technician works closely with dispatch, engineering, and IT to keep data flowing securely and equipment operating as intended.

 

Key Responsibilities:

  • Install, replace, repair, monitor, and troubleshoot SCADA system devices, including servers, workstations, Front End Processors (FEP), device servers, modems, and SCADA databases.

  • Maintain and service RTUs at distribution substations, transmission substations, switch locations, and other facilities, including related optical converters.

  • Operate test equipment to diagnose and resolve issues with electronic equipment.

  • Use computers for testing and programming various electronic devices.

  • Support SCADA operations, including database maintenance, troubleshooting, test environment management, and SCADA screen building.

  • Work with various communication methods (Ethernet, serial, voice, etc.) and protocols (IP, IP-SEC, DNP, 8979, ICCP, Modbus, etc.).

  • Design, troubleshoot, and program HMI displays.

  • Ensure the reliable installation, repair, and troubleshooting of SCADA and RTU systems, including associated hardware, software, and network protocols.

  • Utilize test equipment and electronics programming skills to support HMI design and database maintenance in power system environments.

 

Qualifications:

  • High school diploma required

  • Four years of prior electronic experience.

  • Experience in network LAN/WAN operations and security implementation and operation.

  • A degree in electronics/telecommunications is preferred.

  • Understanding of electric utility operations and equipment

  • Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written

  • Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced environment

  • Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail

 

Why Join Northwest Iowa Power Cooperative?

 

At NIPCO, we value our employees and offer a supportive work environment where you can develop your skills. We provide a comprehensive benefits package designed to support your well-being and future.

 

Benefits include medical, dental, and vision coverage, 401k plan with employer matching, employer funded pension, life insurance, and paid time off.

 

Apply now to join our team at Northwest Iowa Power Cooperative.

 

Please send an application and resume to: HR@NIPCO.coop

 

NIPCO is an equal opportunity employer

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PLEASE NOTE: For questions related to job postings on third-party job search sites, please contact our Human Resources Administrator at hr@nipco.coop.Third-party job sites do not always reflect NIPCO's current hiring status.

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