Electrical & Instrumentation Technician

WMFHA

Lake Charles (LA)

On-site

USD 34,000 - 52,000

Full time

4 days ago

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Job summary

Westlake seeks an Electrical/Instrumentation Technician to perform electrical and instrumentation tasks within the Instrument & Controls Department. You will operate switchgear and power distribution equipment up to 13.8kV, perform switching, and coordinate with utilities and contractors for 230kV maintenance.

Qualifications include a high school diploma with 1–2 years more education in electrical/instrumentation and 2–5 years field experience.

Qualifications

Background screening including motor vehicle record, drug testing, and pre-employment physical.
TWIC card required.
High School graduate plus one to two years of additional education in electrical and/or instrumentation schools.
Two to five years field experience in Instrument/Electrical Field.

Responsibilities

Operates and maintains switchgear and power distribution equipment up to 13.8kV.
Performs switching and coordinates with Electric Utility and contractors for maintenance on electrical systems up to 230kV.
Repairs and inspects high/low voltage electrical wiring and systems.
Performs periodic substation equipment inspections and meter readings.
Connects, disconnects and troubleshoots electric motors and motor starters.
Installs, programs and troubleshoots Variable Frequency Drives.
Maintains and troubleshoots UPS and Battery systems.
Removes, installs and replaces electrical lighting and fixtures.
Measures, cuts, bends, threads, etc., pipe, conduit, and tubing.
Familiar with and follows electrical safe work practices in accordance with NFPA 70E.