Electrical Distribution Technician

IntrepidGS; Qatar; On-site; QAR 218,419 - 291,226; Full time

Job summary

IntrepidGS is hiring an Electrical Distribution Technician for operations at Al Udeid Air Base in Qatar. This role involves maintaining and repairing high and medium-voltage electrical systems and airfield lighting infrastructure, ensuring reliable mission support. Candidates must have a valid Master Electrician or Journeyman certification and five years of experience. This position requires a U.S. driver's license and the ability to endure extreme environmental conditions. Travel is 100% in a deployed location.

Qualifications

• Minimum five years of hands-on experience with high/medium-voltage systems.
• Experience in airfield lighting, including control systems.
• Demonstrated experience in operational environment.

Responsibilities

• Operate, maintain, and repair high/medium-voltage electrical systems.
• Inspect and repair airfield lighting.
• Perform scheduled maintenance on electrical equipment.
• Read and interpret electrical drawings and manuals.
• Ensure compliance with safety standards and regulations.
• Document maintenance actions and system status.
• Respond to emergency outages.

Skills

High and medium-voltage electrical systems

Airfield lighting systems

Troubleshooting and repair

Operation and maintenance of electrical distribution

Compliance with NEC and safety standards

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Valid Master Electrician or Journeyman Electrician certification

Job description

The Electrical Distribution Technician is responsible for the operation, maintenance, inspection, and repair of electrical distribution systems supporting airfield and base operations at Al Udeid Air Base. This role focuses on high- and medium-voltage electrical systems and airfield lighting infrastructure to ensure safe, reliable, and continuous mission support.

Responsibilities

• Operate, maintain, troubleshoot, and repair high- and medium-voltage electrical distribution systems.
• Maintain, inspect, and repair airfield lighting systems, including runway, taxiway, apron, and navigational lighting.
• Perform scheduled and corrective maintenance on electrical equipment and infrastructure.
• Read and interpret electrical drawings, schematics, and technical manuals.
• Ensure compliance with NEC, safety standards, lockout/tagout procedures, and site-specific regulations.
• Coordinate with airfield operations and other maintenance disciplines to support mission requirements.
• Maintain accurate documentation of maintenance actions, inspections, and system status.
• Respond to emergency outages and mission‑critical electrical issues as required.

Education & Experience

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Valid Master Electrician or Journeyman Electrician certification required.
• Minimum of five (5) years of hands‑on experience working with high and/or medium‑voltage electrical distribution systems.
• Minimum of five (5) years of experience in the airfield lighting field, including runway, taxiway and associated control systems.
• Demonstrated experience performing installation, maintenance, troubleshooting, and repair of electrical systems in an operational environment.

Additional Requirements

• Must possess a valid U.S. Driver’s License.
• Possess a valid U.S. Passport (preferred).
• Must be able to meet all current USCENTCOM Deployment Policy Requirements, as outlined in the USCENTCOM APR 23 MOD EIGHTEEN to USCENTCOM INDIVIDUAL AND INDIVIDUAL‑UNIT DEPLOYMENT POLICY.
• Able to obtain and maintain a valid Residency Visa for Qatar.
• Must be able to work in extreme environmental conditions including dust and high temperatures.
• Must be able to endure long hours, exposure to weather and hazardous conditions.
• Travel: 100%, in deployed location.
• Security clearance: Must have and maintain a DoD Secret Clearance.

Equal Opportunity Employer

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.