High Voltage Electrician

IntrepidGS•Bethesda, MD

5d•Onsite

About The Position

Under a major Intelligence Community contract, IAP operates and maintains facilities, systems, and associated grounds across Virginia and Maryland. Services provided include comprehensive facility operations; project management for renovations, minor construction, and major equipment repairs; engineering, construction, and operations support; custodial and grounds maintenance services; environmental, safety, and occupational health support; food services; motorpool and logistics operations; and physical and technical security services. As the High Voltage Electrician, you will support the installation, operation, and maintenance of mission-critical high-voltage electrical systems within a secure environment. This role is responsible for ensuring the reliability, safety, and continuous operation of electrical infrastructure that supports sensitive and classified operations.

Requirements

Minimum of 8 years of experience as a high-voltage electrician in industrial, utility, government, or mission-critical environments
Active Master or Journeyman Electrician license (state-recognized)
Extensive experience with high-voltage systems, including substations, medium- and high-voltage switchgear, and power distribution equipment
Strong working knowledge of NEC, NFPA 70E, OSHA, and applicable federal standards
Ability to read and interpret advanced electrical schematics and technical documentation
Demonstrated ability to work independently in high-risk, high-reliability environments
Active Top Secret SCI W/ CI Poly

Responsibilities

Install, maintain, troubleshoot, and repair high-voltage electrical systems (typically 4,160V and above), including switchgear, transformers, breakers, relays, and power distribution networks
Perform preventive and corrective maintenance on mission-critical electrical infrastructure to ensure continuous, reliable operation
Interpret and work from complex electrical drawings, one-line diagrams, schematics, and technical manuals
Conduct testing, inspections, and diagnostics of high-voltage equipment in accordance with NFPA 70E, NEC, OSHA, and applicable DoD/IC standards
Support planned outages, emergency power events, and restoration efforts with minimal impact to operations
Coordinate with engineers, facility managers, and security personnel in secure and controlled environments
Maintain accurate documentation, maintenance records, and compliance reports
Ensure strict adherence to safety protocols, lockout/tagout procedures, arc flash requirements, and site-specific security regulations
Provide technical guidance or mentorship to junior electricians or technicians as required
Respond to after-hours or emergency calls as mission needs dictate