High Voltage Electrical Technician

Naes Corporation • Victorville, CA

391d • $93,600 - $114,400

About The Position

The High Voltage Electrical Technician at NAES Corporation is responsible for the reliable inspection, troubleshooting, and maintenance of critical high-voltage systems, including those up to 230KV. This role emphasizes safety and system performance, requiring expertise in the installation, repair, and design of electrical circuits. The technician plays a vital role in maintaining and optimizing equipment reliability, troubleshooting advanced control systems, and ensuring compliance with safety protocols to enhance operational efficiency.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED.
• Valid driver's license.
• Four years of journeyman electrician experience or relevant military background.
• Extensive hands-on experience working with voltages up to 230KV.
• Proficiency in inspecting, troubleshooting, repairing, and installing electrical equipment, including motors, generators, transformers, switches, and control systems.
• Demonstrated proficiency in troubleshooting, testing, and repairing advanced control circuits.
• In-depth understanding of and experience performing corrective, preventive, and predictive maintenance on electrical equipment.
• Strong personal computer skills for documentation, communication, and data analysis.

Nice To Haves

• Experience in power generation or heavy industrial settings.
• Knowledge of electrical safety practices and compliance standards.
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints and piping & instrumentation schematics.

Responsibilities

• Inspect, troubleshoot, repair, install, and maintain motors, generators, transformers, switches, control equipment, wiring, electrical signal systems, and communication systems.
• Perform corrective, preventive, and predictive maintenance on electrical equipment, including high-voltage systems up to 230KV and switchyards.
• Perform journey-level electrician work, including the installation and repair of electrical wiring, equipment, and controls.
• Design, install, repair, and splice circuits, conductors, buses, and shielded cable, including conduit installation and support.
• Create sketches, drawings, and designs for electrical circuits.
• Troubleshoot, test, and repair advanced control circuits such as backup fuel, load shedding, boiler latch, unit tripping, and transfer circuits.
• Perform commissioning and calibration of control valves, and temperature, pressure, and level transmitters.
• Maintain and troubleshoot DC emergency battery backup systems, including batteries, chargers, buses, disconnect switches, and locating DC grounds.
• Test and inspect electrical components, including current transformers, high-voltage wires, collector plates, and insulators, using tools like meggers.
• Inspect, adjust, test, and repair rotating and non-rotating electrical apparatus, including solenoids and electrical valve operators.
• Perform electrical system isolations according to industry standards and train others in electrical safety programs.
• Use tools, equipment, and materials responsibly, conducting basic inspections and preventive maintenance prior to use.
• Comply with all safety procedures and environmental permits to ensure accident-free operations.
• Maintain comprehensive and accurate records by documenting maintenance activities, repairs, and equipment performance.
• Communicate effectively with supervisors and colleagues about equipment conditions and plant performance, providing suggestions for improvement.
• Respond to emergencies as directed, at any time.
• Participate in planned outages by providing technical support for maintenance, repairs, and inspections of electrical systems.
• Perform oxyacetylene cutting, shielded metal arc welding, and carbon-arc cutting.

Benefits

• Annual performance bonus
• Competitive hourly wage of $45 - $55
• Comprehensive health and safety training programs

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Industry: Utilities
• Education Level: High school or GED