Electrical Construction Technician

American Battery Technology Company•Reno, NV

About The Position

American Battery Technology Company (ABTC) develops and commercializes domestic, sustainable sourcing of critical battery materials through lithium-ion battery recycling and battery metal extraction technologies. Its commercial-scale battery materials are supplied to battery manufacturers for use in electric vehicles, grid storage, consumer electronics, and tools. ABTC is seeking a hands-on Electrical Construction Technician to join its Construction Self-Perform Team. The technician will perform electrical installations, modifications, troubleshooting, and equipment support across company facilities and construction projects. Instrumentation and controls (I&C) experience is desirable but not required. This fieldwork-focused role contributes to industrial facility construction, expansion, and improvement. The technician must also be willing to support mechanical installations, equipment modifications, general construction, and other self-perform activities within their qualifications. The ideal candidate takes ownership, works confidently with tools, and completes work safely and correctly.

Requirements

3–5 years of hands-on electrical experience in industrial, manufacturing, commercial construction, or related environments.
Ability to read electrical drawings, single-line diagrams, control schematics, P&IDs, and PFDs.
Experience installing conduit, wiring, and electrical equipment.
Familiarity with electrical troubleshooting, test instruments, and safe work practices.
Working knowledge of applicable electrical codes and installation standards.
Ability to use electrical hand tools, power tools, and testing equipment.
Strong mechanical aptitude and willingness to learn additional trades.
Ability to work independently and with multidisciplinary teams.
Ability to follow LOTO, safety procedures, and company standards.
Willingness to work flexible schedules.

Nice To Haves

Electrical licenses or registrations.
Industrial instrumentation and controls (I&C) experience.
Experience with PLCs, VFDs, MCCs, motor controls, and automation.
Familiarity with industrial electrical systems up to 480 VAC.
Instrument calibration, loop checks, and commissioning experience.
Experience in process plants, chemical processing, mining, battery manufacturing, or recycling.
Experience supporting mechanical installations, piping, or equipment fabrication.
Familiarity with NEC, NFPA 70E, and OSHA requirements.
Trade school, apprenticeship, or relevant technical certification.

Responsibilities

Perform electrical installations and modifications across ABTC facilities and construction projects.
Troubleshoot electrical systems and provide equipment support.
Support mechanical installations, equipment modifications, general construction, and other self-perform activities as needed and within qualifications.
Follow lockout/tagout (LOTO), safety procedures, and company standards.