Plant Maintenance Electrician I (Vacancy)
About The Position
The department of Columbus Water and Power is seeking qualified candidates for the one vacant full-time regular position of Plant Maintenance Electrician I in the Division of Water Reclamation at the Jackson Pike Water Reclamation plant. This position is responsible for performing industrial-level skilled electrician duties in connection with the installation, repair, and maintenance of electrical equipment and wiring systems at the water reclamation plant. Under direction, this position shall perform diagnostic testing and preventative maintenance on electrical equipment and systems to assure proper operation and reliability of plant equipment; install and/or repair circuit breakers, switches, fuses, electrical conduit, transformers, voltage regulators, distribution centers, motors and other related electrical equipment and systems throughout the plant; inspect and test high voltage electrical switchgear and distribution systems to improve reliability and availability; and perform related electrical tasks and procedures as required.
Requirements
- Two (2) years of experience troubleshooting , installing and repairing 3-phase electrical equipment in an industrial facility.
- Successful completion of a formal classroom or apprenticeship training program in the general principles of electricity may substitute for six (6) months of the required experience.
- Possession of a valid driver’s license.
Nice To Haves
- At least 5 years of experience in the electrical field in an industrial facility.
- Experience with voltages from 480 to 2400.
Responsibilities
- Performs work on or near energized circuits with voltage levels up to and including 15kV
- Tests defective equipment to determine cause of malfunction or failure using a variety of electrical testing apparatus
- Tests, repairs, or replaces equipment such as relays, switches, controls, and instrumentation both on and off plant grounds
- Bends and installs conduit
- Installs and repairs light fixtures, appliances, power tools, fans, etc. both on and off plant grounds
- Uses precautionary work methods as prescribed in related safety procedures and policies
- Interprets wiring diagrams to trace and connect numerous wires carrying current for independent functions
- Draws and modifies electrical wiring diagrams and schematics
- Maintains equipment, work logs, and system modification records utilizing a computerized maintenance management system (CMMS)
- Notifies appropriate personnel of necessary downtime associated with projects that disrupt normal operations
- Cleans up work area after completion of a job
- Climbs heights to access work sites
- Performs preventative maintenance on electrical equipment
- May assist plant personnel, including instruments technicians, on projects involving electrical equipment
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
