Medium Voltage Electrician

VoltaGrid•San Antonio, TX

12h•Onsite

About The Position

This position operates and maintains medium voltage switchgear and controls along with having responsibility for operating equipment. Duties can involve some technical elements such as troubleshooting repairs but primarily is focused on running equipment and systems. Role is hands-on and directly manipulates the equipment requiring precise operation.

Requirements

Ability to work rotational schedule, including long and/or occasionally irregular hours.
Experience working with medium voltage electricity.
Experience in lock out tag out.
Experience in grounding.
Experienced in meggering cables.
Must understand proper use of basic tools.
Must be willing to develop a working knowledge of fleet equipment.
Ability to trouble shoot and work thru problems efficiently.
Moderate use of hand and power tools to work with and repair mechanical and electrical equipment.
Mechanically and electrically inclined.
Must properly use ladders and safety harnesses.
Must be able to determine appropriate level of personal protective equipment (PPE) needed for the specific assigned task.
Must possess the ability to self-supervise on daily tasks & metrics.
Ability to work with a team and standalone for multiple hours.
Must present equipment, tools, and self in an orderly and tidy manner.
Be available by phone while on scheduled rotation.
Able to operate a company vehicle in a safe manner as well as maintain a clean driving record.
Comply with all safety standards and procedures.
Oversee safety and environmental requirements while operating equipment onsite.
On time completion of all assigned training.
Promotes ethical behavior in all aspects of the business and lead by example.
Computer literate with the ability to utilize online forms/automation.
Ability to work 14 days on, 7 days off rotations traveling domestically.
Minimum 1-2+ years related experience, preferably in the oil and gas industry, service rental or electrical industry.
High School diploma, skilled labor certificate or equivalent.
Willingness to work in exposure to extreme temperatures, wind, precipitation, in addition to working at heights.
Ability to stoop, sit, stand, or be on their feet for extended period of times.
Able to lift 25 pounds up to 10 times per shift.
Mechanical/Electrical Aptitude.
Valid Driver’s License.
Good written and verbal communication skills.

Nice To Haves

Less travel if local to San Anotonio, Abilene, Houston TX or Covington GA

Responsibilities

Operate and maintain medium voltage switchgear and controls.
Operate equipment and systems.
Connect electrical cables.
Perform lock out tag out procedures.
Perform grounding procedures.
Perform meggering of cables.
Troubleshoot and repair mechanical and electrical equipment.
Complete certifications on multiple pieces of company owned or leased machines.
Complete all training including Flash Arc Training and Basic Electrical Safety Training.
Properly use ladders and safety harnesses.
Determine appropriate level of personal protective equipment (PPE) needed for the specific assigned task.
Self-supervise on daily tasks & metrics.
Work with a team and standalone for multiple hours.
Present equipment, tools, and self in an orderly and tidy manner.
Be available by phone while on scheduled rotation.
Operate a company vehicle in a safe manner and maintain a clean driving record.
Comply with all safety standards and procedures.
Oversee safety and environmental requirements while operating equipment onsite.
Assist with incident response and investigations as needed.
Complete all assigned training on time.
Promote ethical behavior in all aspects of the business and lead by example.
Utilize online forms/automation.
Perform all other duties and responsibilities as assigned by Supervisor.