Electrician, High Voltage Lineman (Journeyman)

Chugach Government Solutions•Fallon, NV

17h•Onsite

About The Position

The federal division of Chugach Alaska Corporation, Chugach Government Solutions (CGS) has been supporting critical missions as a government contractor for over 25 years. Our focus is to support facility maintenance, IT/technical services, construction and education. We are proud to have built, and continue to foster, an incredibly talented team spanning across the globe in hundreds of different fields – each team member proud to serve our country with first-class business services, while also making a difference for our Chugach shareholders. At CGS, empowering employees is a part of our core, and that focus is one of the ways we build and foster high-performing teams. We empower our employees through competitive compensation and benefits package, professional growth opportunities, truthful communication, and more! If you are looking for an opportunity to serve something bigger than yourself; if you want your day job to be one that creates meaningful value; if you are looking for an environment that highly values employees and respects individual differences – then Chugach Government Solutions may be the right fit for you!

Requirements

Completion of a Lineman School approved by the U.S. Department of Labor course or 4-year experience of proof with working on or with 1kv and above with signed Company Letterhead. and/or in-house training programs.
Proficiency in mathematics used in electrical calculations including algebra.
At least one year of high school algebra or one term of college algebra with a grade of C or better documented on either transcript.
Proficiency in electrical theory and terminology.
Knowledge of methods, materials, tools, and equipment used in the maintenance, repair, and testing of high and medium voltage overhead and underground systems and associated equipment.
Knowledge of safety and safe working practices pertaining to high voltage electrical work, including ensuring clearances, and working on energized lines and equipment.
Knowledge of Laws, Codes, and Regulations pertaining to high voltage electrical work, including NEC, IEEE, GO 95, and 128.
Knowledge of using testing equipment and troubleshooting basic electrical problems and develop effective resolutions.
Capable of performing job planning and basic estimating.
Capable of performing repairs, fabrication, operations and maintenance of medium and high voltage electrical systems and associated equipment
Experience using testing equipment and troubleshooting complex electrical problems and develop effective resolutions.
Knowledge and capability of operating and maintaining tools and equipment of the trade.
Capable of reading and interpreting plans, diagrams, drawings, instructions, and related technical materials.
Demonstrate willingness to invest time in service training seminars and classes.
Possess a valid Nevada State issued Real ID Driver’s License or capable of obtaining Nevada State issued Real ID.
Possess an OSHA 10 card or have the ability to get one within the first 90 days of employment.
Possess a valid Nevada Class A Commercial Driver’s License (CDL).
Possess a basic license to operate the Bucket, Line, and Lift Truck.
High School graduate or equivalent.
Capable of following written and verbal directions.
Capable of demonstrating commitment to developing customer service skills.
Capable of demonstrating a mechanical aptitude.
Must be able to comprehend, read, speak, and write proficiently in the English language.
Capable of passing a pre-employment drug screen background check and random drug/alcohol screenings.
Ability to successfully pass a background check to obtain and maintain a CAC Card and/or DBIDS credential as required by this contract.
U.S. Citizenship.

Responsibilities

Troubleshoot, repair, install and service medium and high voltage electrical systems and associated equipment; operate, inspect, and perform preventive maintenance on medium and high voltage overhead and underground distribution systems; prepare estimates, and plan and manage own projects within allotted budgets; and perform related work as required.
Provide maintenance on High Voltage systems according to company standards providing the customer with high-quality experience.
Climb power poles and repair or replace wire, cables, insulators, and connectors.
Set poles, guy wires, and install transformers and regulators.
Splice cables, repair and/or replace protection devices, keep records on various equipment.
Perform tests on oil and insulation characteristics.
Repair, maintain, and replace components, cables, and control devices.
Replace and/or adjust trip units, determine size of conductor and protection size or setting and be able to modify factors for local conditions.
Safely and proficiently operate both Bucket and Line Trucks.
Troubleshoot and repair overhead and underground distribution systems, including transformers, circuit interrupters, reclosers, capacitors, voltage regulators, medium voltage switches, utility poles, and supporting hardware.
Replace and install medium voltage overhead and underground electrical circuits and terminations.
Fabricate and install a variety of components including but not limited to duct banks, cable runs, concrete pads for electrical equipment, risers, transformer banks, and low voltage electrical panels and metering.
Operate various components on the medium and high voltage distribution electrical systems including isolation switches, interrupters, capacitor banks, transformers, overhead fused cutouts, and voltage regulators; isolates and clears sections of the system for maintenance, installation, and load shedding.
Inspect overhead and underground distribution systems, tests, and document findings.
Respond to emergency calls.
Provide support for in-house capital and in-house projects with commissioning, testing, and inspecting finished work.
Use personal protective gear such as hot sticks, respiratory protection, and places or erects clearance tags, barricades, warning signs and devices to protect others.
Direct the work of unskilled and semi-skilled helpers assisting in projects, assuring that proper safety practices are followed.
Operate a variety of testing, calibration and repair devices, tools and equipment including voltmeters, ammeters, ohmmeters, insulation resistance testers, high potential test sets, circuit breaker testers, etc.
Coordinate work with customers, project managers, other crafts, and inspectors; inspect job sites and review detailed plans, drawings, and oral directions to plan work.
Prepare detailed estimates including labor and materials and prepare lists of materials.
Assist other crafts as needed.
Maintain current knowledge of equipment and materials through self-study and training.
Prepare and maintain a variety of records and paperwork regarding work performed.
Adhere to the established safety policies.
Assist in performing HAZMAT/safety inspections; maintenance of logs, records, and signing of fire extinguisher tags.
Follow strict adherence to Lock-out tag-out procedures.
Perform all other work-related duties as assigned.