Job Description

Job Location: Conover, NC 28613
Position Type: Full TimeAn Industrial Electrician is responsible for the installation, maintenance, troubleshooting, and repair of electrical security systems within substations. These substations are critical components in the electrical grid.

Job Responsibilities:
- Installation and Setup:
- - Install electrical systems and equipment in substations.
- - Perform wiring for high-voltage and low-voltage equipment and circuits in a substation environment.
- - Ensure proper installation of cables, conduits, grounding systems, and circuit breakers.
- - Follow schematics, blueprints, and electrical setups.
- Maintenance and Inspection:
- - Troubleshoot electrical issues within the substation, diagnosing problems such as wiring faults, short circuits, or equipment malfunctions.
- - Perform preventive maintenance to avoid equipment failure, checking insulation, and replacing worn or damaged components.
- Safety and Compliance:
- - Adhere to safety protocols, including working with high-voltage equipment, lockout/tagout procedures, and personal protective equipment (PPE).
- - Test electrical circuits and equipment using specialized tools and diagnostic equipment to ensure safe operation.
- Troubleshooting and Repair:
- - Troubleshoot and repair electrical failures and defects in equipment, wiring, and connections in a timely manner.
- - Collaborate with engineers and other professionals to resolve complex electrical issues.
- Collaboration and Communication:
- - Work with other electricians to ensure timely project completion.
- - Communicate effectively with team members regarding project schedules, safety protocols, and any issues that arise.
- Upgrades and Modernization:
- - Assist in the upgrading or modernization of older substation systems to improve efficiency or accommodate new technologies.
Job Requirements:
- Education: High school diploma or GED. Completion of an apprenticeship program or technical training in industrial or electrical systems.
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Experience: Typically 3-5 years of experience as an industrial electrician, with experience in high-voltage equipment and substations preferred.
- Skills:
- - Strong understanding of electrical theory, circuitry, and substation equipment.
- - Ability to read blueprints, schematics, and wiring diagrams.
- - Proficiency with hand and power tools commonly used in electrical installations.
- - Knowledge of safety standards and procedures, particularly in a high-voltage environment.
- - Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
- Certifications (Preferred)
- - Journeyman Electrician
- - OSHA (Occupational Safety and Health Administration) certification or safety training.
- - First aid and CPR certification may be required.
Physical Requirements:
- Ability to work in physically demanding conditions, including standing, lifting, and bending.
- Comfortable working in confined spaces and at heights.
- Ability to handle tools and equipment for long periods.

Work Environment:
- The role typically requires working outdoors at construction sites and substations, in all weather conditions.