Electrical Technician

NAES

8d•$34 - $61•Onsite

About The Position

The Electrical Technician is responsible for overseeing and performing electrical maintenance at the Nacogdoches Generating Facility. This role involves maintaining and repairing both energized and de-energized power plant equipment, as well as planning and supervising electrical contract work in accordance with established standards, procedures, and schematics. Key duties include performing preventive maintenance, assembling, and disassembling equipment using proper rigging and lifting techniques, and troubleshooting using appropriate electrical test equipment. The Electrical Technician will work closely with plant management and O&M personnel and must be available to respond to after-hours callouts as needed.

Requirements

An Associate degree in Electrical Engineering Technology, Plant Technology, or a related field is preferred. Alternatively, equivalent technical training in industrial electrical systems is beneficial, though not required. Relevant industry or military experience may be considered in lieu of education on a year-for-year basis.
Minimum of 8 years of experience as a journeyman electrician or equivalent in a power plant or similar industrial facility. Industry or military experience, including completion of an electrical apprenticeship or equivalent training, is preferred.
Strong knowledge of plant operations, safety protocols, and equipment maintenance is highly desirable.
Thorough understanding of electrical safety practices, including hazard recognition, shock and arc flash boundaries, and proper grounding procedures.
Proficient in job safety planning, including hazard identification, risk assessment, and the selection of appropriate risk control measures and personal protective equipment (PPE).
Knowledgeable in the proper use of PPE, including arc flash protection, insulating and shielding materials, and insulated tools.
Skilled at identifying exposed, energized conductors and circuits and determining nominal voltage.
Familiar with applicable electrical policies, procedures, and precautionary techniques for working around electrical hazards.
Proficient in troubleshooting electrical circuits and controls using reference materials and test equipment (e.g., multimeter, amp probe, megger).
Solid working knowledge of electrical systems, including switchgear, protective relays, motors, generators, transformers, circuit breakers, cables, and AC/DC UPS systems (up to 138 kV).
Able to read and interpret electrical drawings, prints, P&IDs, and logic diagrams.
Proficient with hand and power tools.
Basic computer skills, including a working knowledge of Microsoft Office software.
Excellent organizational and communication skills.
Must possess a valid, unrestricted U.S. driver’s license and ensure it remains in good standing at all times.

Nice To Haves

Working knowledge of PLC systems is preferred.

Responsibilities

Support plant operations as needed to ensure the continued safe and reliable operation of the facility.
Respond to after-hours emergencies and provide technical support during routine plant operations.
Assist management in maintaining electrical safety protocols for both plant personnel and outside contractors.
Support operations by ensuring all relevant points are included in LOTO procedures, and that switching and grounding operations are performed safely.
Perform troubleshooting, diagnostic analysis, and maintenance on plant electrical equipment as needed.
Assist the O&M Manager with planning electrical outage work and new equipment installations.
Help maintain the required spare parts inventory for electrical equipment.
Update and maintain testing schedules and documentation for all electrical equipment.
Make updates to documents related to design changes or equipment modifications.
Identify equipment or procedural issues and recommend solutions.
Maintain and troubleshoot all aspects of electrical and control equipment, including high, medium, and low voltage switchgear; generators and exciters; transformers; protective relaying; station batteries and UPS systems; motors, cables, and conduits; control systems; lighting; grounding and lightning protection; and fire protection systems.
Serve as the administrator of the Qualified Electrical Worker (QEW) Program, ensuring compliance and proper documentation.
Perform other duties as assigned by plant management to support safe and efficient operations.