Electrician (Overseas: Qatar)

TDX•Durham, NC

7d•Onsite

About The Position

TDX Global is recruiting an Electrician to support a diesel engine-driven power plant and facility power distribution system at a remote overseas facility in Qatar. The Electrician participates in day-to-day operations and is responsible for the installation, service, maintenance, repair, and operation of power distribution cable, wiring, and equipment. The role uses analytical and critical-thinking skills and sophisticated testing equipment to diagnose electrical problems and maintain continuous electrical service. Work must comply with the National Electrical Code (NEC) and IEEE standards, as well as workplace safety practices under OSHA and NFPA standards. The Electrician also assists power plant technicians with maintenance of power plant equipment and the fuel storage system. The position works 12-hour shifts as directed by the Facility Manager to provide 24-hour power plant and facility support. Duties include maintaining shift logs and preparing operational reports, monitoring and recording equipment readings, troubleshooting and repairing medium- and low-voltage distribution equipment, and supporting operations as needed, including on-call availability and extended hours. The employee may also prepare reports and memos for management and perform other assigned duties.

Requirements

Current, valid state-issued Electrical Journeyman’s License; this is the minimum requirement.
High school diploma or equivalent.
Working knowledge of Lock-Out/Tag-Out procedures and general NFPA and OSHA safety standards for working around energized equipment and moving machinery.
Experience installing and repairing medium- and low-voltage power distribution systems and equipment, including UPS systems, high-resistive-ground systems, and ground-fault monitors.
Ability to interpret and follow instructions provided in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form.
Broad knowledge of maintenance methods, practices, schedules, logistics, and budgets.
Valid driver’s license issued by the employee’s state of residence and in good standing.
Ability to work extended schedules as required by project execution plans and schedules.
Demonstrated ability to multitask and manage multiple projects, priorities, and relationships.
Department of Defense Secret or Interim Secret security clearance.
Fluency and strong proficiency in interpreting schematics, wiring diagrams, and one-line diagrams.
Computer skills using word processing, spreadsheets, email, and facility control, management, and reporting systems.
Strong technical (mechanical/electrical) and organizational skills.
Excellent verbal and written communication and interpersonal skills.
Ability to function independently and undertake various technical roles when required.
Ability to multitask.

Nice To Haves

Familiarity with testing relays, transformers, and reactors.
Familiarity with fire alarm, security, and communications systems.
Familiarity with computerized diagnostic equipment and troubleshooting tools, including Dranetz power quality monitors, digital low-resistance ohm meters, turns-ratio testers, megohmmeters, and hi-pot testers.

Responsibilities

Work 12-hour shifts as directed by the Facility Manager to provide 24-hour power plant and facility support.
Make logbook entries documenting events during each shift and use MS Excel and MS Word to prepare operational reports.
Troubleshoot, analyze faults, mitigate faults, and repair electrical systems and equipment while monitoring power plant and mission-critical equipment.
Take power plant and facility readings as directed and safely operate power generation and distribution equipment within written guidelines.
Direct and perform maintenance on medium- and low-voltage electrical distribution equipment in accordance with OEM specifications.
Work with minimal supervision to troubleshoot and repair equipment malfunctions, using TDX Reach Back Support for technical assistance as needed.
Record accurate readings from instrumentation and monitoring equipment, including data on kWh produced, fuel consumption, voltage, and frequency.
Comply with required environmental health and safety programs.
Remain available to support operational issues and the on-call schedule, unless supervision approves being out of range of the operations location.
Work extended hours as required to support project execution plans and schedules.
Assist power plant technicians with maintenance of power plant equipment and the fuel storage system.
Perform other duties as assigned.