Electrical Technician

First National Human Resources Company; Riyadh; On-site; SAR 120,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a skilled electrician to join their maintenance team. In this vital role, you will be responsible for troubleshooting and repairing electrical systems, ensuring the reliability of equipment in a refinery or petrochemical setting. Your expertise in reading schematics and performing preventive maintenance will be crucial in maintaining operational efficiency. This position offers a chance to work in a dynamic environment where safety and technical skills are paramount. If you have a strong background in electrical work and a passion for maintaining high standards, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• Minimum 6-8 years as an electrician in refinery or petrochemical plant.
• Graduate with a diploma in Industrial Trade from a recognized institution.

Responsibilities

• Perform electrical repairs and maintenance on motors and systems.
• Troubleshoot electrical issues and conduct preventive maintenance checks.

Skills

Electrical troubleshooting

Reading wiring schematics

Preventive maintenance

Knowledge of voltage and amperage

Ability to work at heights

Education

2-year diploma in Industrial Trade

Tools

Standard electrical instruments

Conduit and wiring tools

Job description

Responsibilities:

1. Use of standard instrument to check voltage, amperage, speed, rotation and vibration.
2. Troubleshooting and repair of ground faults.
3. Repair of electrical motors up to 500 HP including replacement of bearings and seals, installation of motor and connection of starters and circuits.
4. Maintenance of battery standby systems/inverters.
5. Demonstrated ability to read, interpret wiring schematics, troubleshoot and repair.
6. Installation of conduit, enclosures, wiring, connections and controls up to 480V for new construction.
7. Ability to repair and maintain equipment including but not limited to:
1. Cathodic protection system.
2. Automatic overhead doors.
8. Ability to splice cables up to 500CFM.
9. Demonstrated ability to read and interpret schematics for power distribution system up to 13.8KV.
10. Ability to work at elevated heights.
11. Carry out equipment preventive maintenance checks assigned, following established procedure, and recording all results.
12. Understand and apply the plant safety standard and standard maintenance procedure when performing work. Should have Work permit receiver as per SADARA work permit system.
13. Fully familiar with the SHE critical device requirements for defeat.

Desired Candidate Profile:

1. Knowledge of English language. Speak, read and write.
2. Graduate with a 2-year diploma in Industrial Trade training certificate from a recognized institution.
3. Experience certificate from a process and construction company.
4. Minimum 6-8 years work experience as an electrician in a refinery or petrochemical plant.

Employment Type: Full Time

Company Industry:

• Recruitment
• Placement Firm
• Executive Search

Department / Functional Area:

• Maintenance
• Operations

Keywords:

• Voltage
• Amperage
• Speed
• Rotation
• Vibration
• SADARA
• Refinery