Medium Voltage Electrician

Medium Voltage Electrician

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.

Ability to work rotational schedule, including long and/or occasionally irregular hours

Experience working with medium voltage electricity

Responsible for connecting electrical cables

Experienced 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

Be able to complete certifications on multiple pieces of company owned or leased machines

Mechanically and electrically inclined

Will be required to complete all training including Flash Arc Training and Basic Electrical Safety Training as provided

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 along with assisting with incident response and investigations as needed

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

All other duties and responsibilities as assigned by Supervisor

Ability to work 14 days on, 7 days off rotations traveling domestically. Less travel if local to San Anotonio, Abilene, Houston TX or Covington GA

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

VoltaGrid is an Equal Opportunity Employer that does not discriminate on the basis of actual or perceived race, creed, color, religion, alienage or national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, age, disability or handicap, sex, marital status, veteran status, sexual orientation, genetic information, arrest record, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state or local laws.