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Industrial Electrical Technician 3 - DC Water
ID 12059
Location Washington, DC
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The Industrial Electrical Technician will be responsible for the maintenance, repair, testing, and installation of industrial electrical equipment. This role requires Journeyman Electrical technicians with a minimum of 8 years of experience in industrial settings, preferably with specific expertise in infrared thermography.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

  • Perform maintenance, troubleshooting, repair, and installation of industrial electrical  equipment.
  • Conduct tests and inspections to ensure proper functioning and safety of electrical systems.
  • Utilize infrared thermography for predictive maintenance, identifying potential issues before they lead to equipment failure.
  • Interpret and work from blueprints, schematics, and technical drawings.
  • Adhere to all safety protocols and regulations, ensuring compliance with NFPA, NEC, and other relevant standards.
  • Maintain accurate records of work performed, including reports on inspections, tests, and repairs.
  • Collaborate with other technicians and engineers to resolve complex electrical issues.
  • Perform complete corrective and preventative maintenance, testing and calibration of equipment, systems, associated devices, and controls.
  • Recommend changes to job plans and job tasks to increase productivity and equipment reliability.
  • Perform complete installations of various types of electrical equipment; utilizing basic electrical, and mechanical skills as necessary.
  • Use of tools and test equipment associated with this line of work.
  • Understanding and use of industry standards for testing, repair, maintenance, and calibration; and proficient at interpreting industrial electrical diagrams.
  • Understand and practice all pertinent electrical safety standards such as Lock Out Tag out and Arc Flash.
  • Preparation of accurate written reports of work, test results, calibration reports, and work orders.
  • Experience installing conduit and wiring systems.

Education/Experience

  • High School Diploma / GED required
  • Certified and experienced DC Journeyman or Master Electrician, or ability to obtain one within 3-6 months.
  • Experience in facilities maintenance/ complex mission critical environments with thorough understanding of electrical systems, controls, generators, and life safety systems.
  • 8+ years of progressive and hands-on experience in an environment of similar proportions and mission as the assigned area of responsibility.
  • 8+ years’ experience in facilities maintenance/ complex mission critical environments with thorough understanding of electrical systems, controls, generators, and life safety systems.
  • Strong knowledge of industrial electrical systems and control equipment.
  • Proficiency in reading and interpreting blueprints, schematics, and technical drawings.
  • Ability to organize and prioritize workload with minimal supervision.

We offer an excellent benefits package including:

  • A competitive salary
  • Medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance
  • Paid-time off
  • Tuition reimbursement
  • 401k Retirement Plan
  • Military Reserve pay offset
  • Paid maternity leave

Pay Range: 

  • $40-$47

Abilities:

  • Lifts at least 100 pounds at one time and 60 pounds for an extended period of time.
  • Relocates a 12-foot stepladder without assistance.
  • Works at various heights up to 60 feet and can climb and maintain balance on scaffolds, aerial lifts, catwalks and all types of ladders.
  • Walks, climbs, lifts, squats, crawls, kneels, pushes, pulls and reaches overhead on a routine and repetitive basis.
  • Possess good vision (may be corrected vision), the ability to see in color, and the ability to hear and communicate in English.
  • May use a standard ladder without exceeding the weight limit while carrying tools.
  • Tell when something is wrong or is likely to go wrong.  It does not involve solving the problem, only recognizing there is a problem.
  • Apply general rules to specific problems to produce answers that make sense.
  • Combine pieces of information to form general rules or conclusions (including finding a relationship among seemingly unrelated events).
  • See details at close range (within a few feet of the observer).
  • Listen to and understand information and ideas presented through spoken words and sentences.

 

Applicants for this position may be required to obtain or provide proof of flu shots or of other vaccinations depending on customer requirements and nature of the position or demonstrate a valid basis for exception.

 

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