Electrician

Under general directive supervision, works with and directs others in performing skilled electrical maintenance and construction, such as: testing, troubleshooting, adjusting, calibrating, overhaul and construction on plant electrical equipment, circuits, systems and apparatus. Employee will be expected to lead other electricians on maintenance and project assignments.

• Maintaining and repairing generators, exciters, motors and associated equipment. Conduct motor inspection, bearing replacement, and motor alignment. Replacing and adjusting brushes and brush holders.
• Maintaining and repairing electrical control equipment, interlocks, electrical equipment on cranes, precipitator, conveyors, fans, pumps and associated equipment.
• Responding to maintenance requests on plant equipment, investigating root cause, making necessary repairs, releasing equipment when ready for service, observing operation of the equipment.
• Directing, inspecting, instructing and training employees of lower or the same job classification in electrical maintenance work. Conducts work to ensure employees under their direction are safeguarded at all times.
• Installing, adjusting and calibrating electrical equipment control devices, instrumentation, transducers, meters and relays, busses and wiring on switching and connecting structures in plants.
• Conducting electrical testing of equipment and cables, including hi-potential tests, insulation, megger, continuity, and vibration.
• Installation, maintenance, and repair of distribution switchgear and auxiliary equipment.
• Installation of electrical equipment and raceways, including support structures and performing non code welding, brazing, soldering, electric arc welding and oxyacetylene burning.
• Maintaining and repairing storage batteries, battery changing equipment and uninterruptable power systems (UPS).
• Coordinating with supervisors and production crew for clearance and removal of equipment from service; both mechanical and electrical. Isolation and de-isolation of equipment per the Clearance procedure.
• Performing rigging, tackle, blocking, scaffolding, ladders, and moving heavy parts and equipment. Directs the movement and lifting of heavy equipment.
• Maintaining and repairing controls on auxiliary equipment, including programmable logic controllers (PLC's).
• Installation and replacement of solenoid valves.
• Performs precision alignments on motor driven equipment.
• Troubleshooting, repairing, modifying variable frequency drives and programming.
• Troubleshooting, repairing, modifying, and calibrating electronic controls on Precipitators, transformer rectifiers and electronic rapper controls.
• Performing tasks assigned for continuity or restoration of service in an emergency.
• Performs confined space monitoring and completes all required documentation.
• Assists and develops electrical maintenance procedures.
• Maintains work areas, tools and equipment in a neat, clean and presentable condition.
• Capable of operating mobile plant equipment such as Fork Lifts, Skid Steers, and Man Lifts.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Must meet the Company's requirements as to General Qualifications in accordance with the Job Manual including;

• Must have at least a two-year technical degree in related field from an accredited school or the equivalent in education, training and experience.
• Must have a thorough working knowledge of applied electricity and electronics, including AC and DC electrical circuits, machinery, measurements and calculations.
• Must be knowledgeable in electrical layout, construction, functions and operations of electrical equipment and circuit connections.
• Must have a thorough knowledge of the function of the electrical equipment and machinery installed in the plants.
• Must have a thorough knowledge of the maintenance, repair, construction and safety practices of the departments.
• Must possess knowledge of and be able to utilize required corporate databases.
• Must be able to work from complex, detailed drawings, circuit diagrams, specifications, and blueprints.
• Must possess a thorough working knowledge of power plant machinery and equipment operation.
• Must know the names of individual parts of equipment and be able to identify them in the stores supply.
• Must have a thorough working knowledge of safe rigging methods for work within the scope of this job.
• Must have the ability to receive and pass on orders and instructions in such a manner that will maintain safety and promote harmony, cooperation and satisfactory work results from assigned employees and co-workers.
• Must possess and maintain a valid driver's license required to do work and must meet the Company's driving requirements.
• Must be able to work at high elevations and in restricted or confined spaces. Must be able to work out of scaffolding, ladders, bucket trucks, manlifts, etc.
• Willingness to work shifts and overtime.