Maintenance Technician- Electrical (PE&O)

Westlake • Lake Charles, LA

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About The Position

The Maintenance Technician- Electrical performs electrical and instrumentation work for the Instrument & Controls Department in response to job requests from the Production Department. The role maintains and troubleshoots electrical equipment and systems, including power distribution equipment, motors, drives, and backup power systems, and follows electrical safe work practices in accordance with NFPA 70E.

Requirements

• Current, valid Transportation Worker Identification Credential (TWIC) card.
• High school graduate plus one to two years of additional education in electrical and/or instrumentation schools.
• Two to five years of field experience in Instrument/Electrical Field.
• Satisfy background screening, including motor vehicle record screening, drug testing, and pre-employment physical requirements before starting work.

Responsibilities

• Operate and maintain switchgear and electrical power distribution equipment up to 13.8kV.
• Perform switching and coordinate with the electric utility and contractors on maintenance of electrical systems up to 230kV.
• Repair and inspect high- and low-voltage electrical wiring and systems.
• Perform periodic substation equipment inspections and meter readings.
• Connect, disconnect, and troubleshoot electric motors and motor starters.
• Install, program, and troubleshoot Variable Frequency Drives.
• Maintain and troubleshoot UPS and battery systems.
• Remove, install, and replace electrical lighting and fixtures.
• Measure, cut, bend, and thread pipe, conduit, and tubing.
• Follow electrical safe work practices in accordance with NFPA 70E.

What This Job Offers

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