Electrician II

Amentum is seeking a day shift highly skilled Electrical Maintenance Technician to join our facility maintenance team of multi-skilled technicians in Ladson, SC.

• Typical work hours are 7:00 am - 7:00PM; hours may vary based on business demand.
• This electrical maintenance technician is responsible for the operation, care and the advance troubleshooting, repair, and preventive maintenance on the low voltage (up to 480 volts) and the medium voltage (up to 15 kV) electrical distribution system and associated equipment.
• The electrical distribution system includes, but is not limited to:120 V, 277 V, 480 V, 4160 V, and 15 kV power, lighting, substations, switchgear, transformers, and associated cables, relays, and meters.
• The electrical technician is also responsible for helping the organization of planned shutdowns, respond to client service requests, provide feedback to the customer power and lighting status calls, utilize Automated Building Controls and electrical monitoring systems, and help other facilities maintenance technicians as needed.
• Must be self-motivated and demonstrate the strong organizational/time management skills needed to be successful in this role.
• The Electrical Technician must have the ability to identify and correct any safety-related issues and perform independent equipment evaluations to identify potential equipment failures. General Maintenance of equipment will also be required.

Responsibilities:

• Understands and complies with all Environmental, Safety and Health (ES&H) programs and procedures.
• Diagnoses, troubleshoots, maintains, and repairs on a variety of electrical equipment, controls and systems including, but not limited to, the facilities electrical power and lighting infrastructure and on the site's low and medium voltage utilities systems.
• Performs preventive maintenance, predictive maintenance, and repairs on all electrical systems and equipment, instruments, PLC and Motor control systems, VFD drives, lighting and power systems.
• Performs administrative tasks such as developing work plans and standard operating procedures (SOPs).
• Creates and modifies site operations procedures for equipment and recommends facilities reliability improvements.
• Analyzes problems, recommends solutions, and initiates repairs.
• Recommends measures to improve maintenance methods and equipment performance.
• Utilizes strong mechanical and electrical skills in order to complete assignments.
• Works with some supervision as well as within the context of a team.
• Safely performs functions of the position including following proper safety guidelines such as Arcflash safety procedures, job hazards analysis (JHAs), lockout/tagout, and wearing of appropriate PPE.
• Operates various measuring, diagnostic and testing instruments to help provide energy efficiency solutions.
• Operates a variety of equipment such as hand tools, laptop computers and diagnostic hardware to perform work.
• Maintains a strict schedule in order to be successful in the assignment.
• Serves as a resource to others in the resolution of complex problems and issues.
• Performs other duties as assigned by Manager or Supervisor.
• Utilizes meggers, voltmeters, multi-meters, etc.
• Responds to and provides service and feedback to the customer on all work orders while assuring compliance to codes, regulations, and industry standards.
• Recommends activities to improve maintenance methods and equipment performance.
• Understands company policies and enforces safety regulations. Safely performs functions of the position including following proper safety guidelines such as job hazard analysis and lockout/tag out procedures and wearing PPE as required.
• Operates various measuring, diagnostic and testing instruments to help provide energy efficiency solutions.

Minimum Qualifications:

• 1-3 years' experience troubleshooting, repair, and preventive maintenance on the low voltage (up to 480 volts) and the medium voltage (up to 15 kV) electrical distribution system and associated equipment.
• High school diploma or demonstrated equivalent.
• Ability to work in an aerial lift or scissor lift at heights up to 30 feet or higher.
• Must be able to work in the U.S. without sponsorship

Compensation Details:
$28-$32

The compensation range or hourly rate listed for this position is provided as a good-faith estimate of what the company intends to offer for this role at the time this posting was issued. Actual compensation may vary based on factors such as job responsibilities, education, experience, skills, internal equity, market data, applicable collective bargaining agreements, and relevant laws.

Benefits Overview:

Our health and welfare benefits are designed to support you and your priorities. Offerings include:

• Health, dental, and vision insurance
• Paid time off and holidays
• Retirement benefits (including 401(k) matching)
• Educational reimbursement
• Parental leave
• Employee stock purchase plan
• Tax-saving options
• Disability and life insurance
• Pet insurance

Note: Benefits may vary based on employment type, location, and applicable agreements. Positions governed by a Collective Bargaining Agreement (CBA), the McNamara-O'Hara Service Contract Act (SCA), or other employment contracts may include different provisions/benefits.

Original Posting:
06/29/2026 - Until Filled
Amentum anticipates this job requisition will remain open for at least three days, with a closing date no earlier than three days after the original posting. This timeline may change based on business needs.

Amentum is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. Our hiring practices provide equal opportunity for employment without regard to race, sex, sexual orientation, pregnancy (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, or medical conditions related to pregnancy, childbirth, or breastfeeding), age, ancestry, United States military or veteran status, color, religion, creed, marital or domestic partner status, medical condition, genetic information, national origin, citizenship status, low-income status, or mental or physical disability so long as the essential functions of the job can be performed with or without reasonable accommodation, or any other protected category under federal, state, or local law. Learn more about your rights under Federal laws and supplemental language at Labor Laws Posters.