Electrical Coordinator (DEEW)

FST Technical Services; Rio Rancho (NM); On-site; USD 85,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

FST Technical Services in Rio Rancho, NM seeks an experienced De-Energized Electrical Work (DEEW) Coordinator to support coordination submissions, manage DEEW permits, and ensure safe downtime for critical factory equipment. The role requires 2-year technical training and 7+ years in industrial electrical work within semiconductor or related facilities.

The position emphasizes regulatory compliance, cross-functional collaboration with PMs, CCs, GCs, and trades, and strong problem-solving and

Qualifications

• Requires 2-year technical degree (construction or mechanical) and 7+ years journeyman level industrial electrical experience.
• Experience with DEEW processes and permit management is highly desirable.
• Familiarity with regulatory requirements and client DEEW standards preferred.

Responsibilities

• Supports the DEEW coordination submission process for the project team; ensures PMs, CCs, and Trades comply with DEEW processes.
• Manages de-energized electrical work permitting; coordinates electrical downtime with construction and factory stakeholders for safe, efficient work.
• Acting as technical consultant to client PM/CC, GC and Trade Contractors on DEEW requirements.
• Attend daily DEEW Planning and Coordination meetings; review DEEW permits for accuracy, safety and business impact.
• Stay apprised of DEEW concerns and issues; audit and coach employees/contractors on DEEW permits.
• Investigate DEEW-related safety and ITP incidences; stop unsafe practices without completed DEEWs or approved permits.
• Be first point of contact for trade personnel for issue resolution related to DEEWs.
• Participate in SOP and perform DEEW and Pre-Task Plan audits for client requirements compliance.
• Maintain knowledge of direct/indirect impact on support systems and fabrication equipment; understand multiple trades and practices.

Skills

Problem solving

Verbal/written communication

Microsoft Office (Outlook, Word, Excel

Construction trades knowledge

Industrial electrical experience (7+ y

Discipline-specific specs/installation

OSHA/NFPA 70 awareness

Interpersonal skills

Education

2-year technical degree (construction, mechanical)

Job description

About FST Technical: Mission Critical Assured.

FST Technical Services was founded in 1984 to serve the needs of the growing, worldwide Semiconductor/Microelectronics and Life Sciences industries. We began as an independent interface between our clients and their subcontractors to establish clean installation methods that satisfied internal specifications and conformed to regulatory requirements.

FST’s core expertise is in developing technical and logistical solutions for complex needs by continually investing in the most advanced equipment and training to meet the needs of the rapidly changing markets it serves. Today, our business has expanded to additional markets, including Research & Development (R&D) labs and facilities, Energy, and Data Centers.

FST is looking for a new Electrical Coordinator for our team in Rio Rancho, NM.

Position Title

De-Energized Electrical Work (DEEW) Coordinator

Position Description

• Supports the DEEW coordination submission process for the project team. Ensures that PMs, CCs, and Trades are complying to DEEW processes and will work to resolve all issues.
• Manages the de-energized electrical work permitting process and coordinates the electrical downtime of critical factory equipment with construction and factory stakeholders to ensure safe and efficient electrical work.

Position Deliverables

• Technical consultant to client PM/CC, GC and Trade Contractors on matters pertaining to DEEW requirements.
• Attend daily DEEW Planning and Coordination meeting; review DEEWs for accuracy, compliance, safety and business impact using technical knowledge.
• Stay apprised of trade DEEW concerns and issues.
• Audit, coach and correct employees/contractors working with the DEEW permits.
• Participate in investigations for DEEW-related safety and ITP incidences. Stop all risk matrix activities that are conducted without completed DEEWs or which deviate from approved DEEW permit.
• First point of contact for trade personnel for issue resolution relative to DEEWs.
• Participate in SOP and perform DEEW and Pre-Task Plan audits for compliance to client requirements.
• Maintain a working knowledge of direct and indirect impact potential to support systems and fabrication equipment; knowledge and experience with multiple construction industry trades and practices is a must.

Minimum Requirements & Expectations

• Education/Experience
  • 2-year technical degree (construction, mechanical) and minimum 7 years related journeyman level industrial electrical experience. Or additional years of experience in lieu of formal education.
• Skills
  • Problem solving and negotiation skills.
  • Clear verbal and written communications.
  • Proficient with Microsoft Office including Outlook, Word and Excel.
  • Working knowledge of/experience with multiple construction crafts/trades practices.
  • Semiconductor manufacturing facilities construction/renovation experience.
  • In-depth knowledge of specific discipline construction specifications and installation procedures.
  • Knowledge of OSHA safety rules and regulations (NFPA 70).
  • Strong interpersonal skills.