Journeyman Electrician

CVR Energy, Inc.•Coffeyville, KS

21d

About The Position

Working in the Refinery Maintenance Department, the successful employee will troubleshoot and maintain electrical and automation systems as well as install, test and commission new electrical installations and associated equipment. May be responsible for supervising and training other craftsmen and working on various jobs without direct supervision. Embrace positive change and committed to advancing understanding of our systems by self-motivation and training. Promote safety and will support in increasing the reliability of this facility.

Requirements

Fluent in English, both oral and written
5 or more years of direct experience working in a maintenance role in an industrial plant, refinery and/or chemical industry
Ability to adjust schedule to meet business demands
Working knowledge of Electrical Safe Work Practices (NFPA 70E)
Experience with electrical distribution switchgear protective relay systems maintenance and testing
Ability to work independently, using manuals and other information to troubleshoot and improve understanding of equipment
Ability to communicate effectively with others including providing clear explanations, constructive listening, and asking questions as appropriate
Good written communication skills pertaining to documenting inspection and repair information
Ability to identify and evaluate problems including approach, possible alternative solutions, and conclusions
Knowledge and ability to determine the kind of tools and equipment needed to do a job
Ability to concentrate on a task over an extended period of time without being distracted
Ability to choose appropriate actions considering relative costs and benefits
Ability to stay productive with or without assigned tasks
Working experience with 3 phase medium voltage to 12,470 Volts

Nice To Haves

Prefer Journeyman Electrical Technician; or related field experience
Familiarity with P & ID's, Loop Drawings, Controllers, Digital Signals, preferred

Responsibilities

Communicating all safety concerns and incidents to supervisor immediately
Communicating work status, findings, and improvement opportunities to supervision
Obtaining appropriate work permits and performs a Job Safety Analysis (JSA) prior to starting work
Understanding the refinery's electrical infrastructure and general electrical principles to work efficiently and effectively
Troubleshooting, repairing, and performing other maintenance tasks on electrical equipment including electric motors, protective relays, starter controls, VFDs, wiring systems, overhead lines, heat tracing systems, uninterruptable power supplies, batteries, generators, lighting fixtures, cord sets, grounding, etc
Configuring, installing, and commissioning new electrical equipment
Researching and retrieving equipment information using the internet, plant equipment files, and communication with vendors
Reading and interpreting loop drawings, P&IDs, wiring schematics, single line diagrams, etc
Using computers and software applications to enter and retrieve data
Determining appropriate tools and levels of PPE required for work based on arc flash potential and electrical safety considerations
Operating all available mobile equipment including aerial lifts, scissor lifts, and bucket trucks, fork lifts
Effectively using test equipment including multi-meters, insulation testers (meggers), battery testers, and signal generators
Performing work activities that include pulling, lifting, twisting, working in confined spaces, and on elevated platforms requiring fall protection
Providing proper housekeeping of work areas, vehicles, and tools
Performing any other tasks as assigned by management to the level of training of the individual