Electrical Technician

Energy Transfer Partners, L.P.; Northern (KY); Hybrid; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) match

Profit sharing

Paid time off

Career opportunities

Job summary

Energy Transfer in Kentucky seeks an Electrical Technician to perform self-directed yet coordinated maintenance of electrical equipment at multiple pipeline facilities, under the Technical Supervisor.

You will inspect, diagnose, and repair systems, follow DOT regulations, and participate in safety programs while coordinating with other technicians when needed.

This role requires journeyman qualifications, PLC familiarity, and the ability to work outdoors in varying weather conditions.

Qualifications

• Associate's degree in electrical/electronics or equivalent including 2–5 years of pipeline electrical maintenance experience.
• Journeyman or Journeyman Class Electrician capable of working on 13,200 volt and below with knowledge of PLCs, ladder logic, electrical control circuitry, VFDs and protective relays.
• Ability to assist in work scope preparation and provide field expertise in electrical equipment specification and repairs.
• Able to use safety equipment in hazardous areas (respirator, hard hat, safety glasses).
• Computer literacy with MS Windows, Word, Excel, email and Internet usage.
• Ability to work alone outdoors in extreme weather and perform heavy physical labor.
• Valid driver’s license for the state of residence.

Responsibilities

• Perform self-directed work while coordinating with technicians; inspect or oversee others as needed for electrical equipment installation or maintenance.
• Interpret test results from internal and external firms for major electrical equipment diagnostics.
• Carry out preventive maintenance, installations, overhaul, and routine safety checks per DOT regulations and company policies.
• Diagnose problems on-site and perform repairs to restore operation.
• Maintain spare parts inventory and order parts as required.
• Use safety equipment and adhere to industry standards and drawings.
• Subject to 24-hour emergency call-out to restore pipeline facilities.

Skills

Electrical troubleshooting

Safety compliance

Read electrical drawings

Self-directed work

Team coordination

Education

Associate's degree in electrical / electronics

Journeyman Electrician

Tools

Programmable Logic Controllers (PLCs)

Ladder logic

VFD circuitry

Protective relays

Electrical control circuitry

Job description

We value all of our employees who make our growth and success possible. We are proud to offer industry leading compensation, comprehensive benefits,401(k) match with additional profit sharing,PTO and abundant career opportunities.

Summary

The Electrical Technician must be motivated and highly self-directed, while periodically receiving work assignments from the Technical Supervisor. The incumbent normally works alone but at times is required to coordinate his/her work activities with other technicians to make repairs to electrical equipment. May be required to inspect or oversee the work of others, either contract employees or Energy Transfer employees in the installation or maintenance of electrical equipment.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Must be motivated and highly self-directed, while periodically receiving work assignments from Technical Supervisor.The incumbent normally works alone but at times is required to coordinate his/her work activities with other technicians to make repairs to electrical equipment.May be required to inspect or oversee the work of others, either contract employees or Energy Transfer employees in the installation or maintenance of electrical equipment.
• Interprets and recommends corrective actions based on test results produced by internal and outside firms for major electrical equipment such as transformer diagnostics, infrared surveys, protective relay calibrations, and motor diagnostics.
• Carries out preventive maintenance programs, completes installation and construction assignments, performs complete overhaul and reconditioning of equipment, performs the routine testing and logging of pipeline safety checks as required by DOT regulations, and Company policies and procedures. Investigates and diagnoses reported problems, making required repairs and adjustments, restoring equipment and facilities to proper operation.These job functions will be required for all electrical equipment located at multiple pipeline pump stations, delivery facilities, breakout tank farms and warehouse and office buildings located in the district.Also, may be required to diagnose problems other than electrical In nature and perform minor repairs.
• Investigates and diagnoses reported problems, making required repairs and adjustments, restoring equipment and facilities to proper operation for all electrical equipment located on site. May be required to diagnose problems other than electrical in nature and perform minor repairs.
• Maintains a spare parts inventory sufficient to prevent lengthy service interruptions of electrical facilities and equipment. Orders parts and repair materials as required, incorporating Company policies and procedures to assure accurate accounting records.
• Must use and operate all pertinent safety equipment when performing duties in potentially hazardous areas (respirator, hard hat, safety glasses, etc.). Display workmanship consistent with industry standards, company work practices, applicable codes and/or engineering drawings and sketches.
• Subject to 24-hour emergency call out to restore operations of pipeline facilities system wide. Communicates with other technicians for assistance in effecting repairs when applicable.

Requirements:

Education and/or Experience, Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential job duty satisfactorily. The requirements for this position are listed below:

• Associate's degree in electrical / electronics from an accredited college, university or vocational school (e.g. AA/AS/AAS/BA/BS/TSD/APP) or equivalent including 2-5 years of pipeline electrical maintenance experience.
• Must be a Journeyman, or Journeyman Class Electrician, qualified to work on 13,200 volt and below, substation and switchgear equipment. Capable of assessing emergency conditions, and recommending, performing, and overseeing safe, and efficient corrective actions as required. General familiarity of Programmable Logic Controllers (PLCs), ladder logic, electrical control circuitry (including large motor control), VFD circuitry, protective relays, and similar equipment.
• The ability to assist in the preparation of work scope for maintenance issues, and construction projects. Provides field expertise in electrical equipment specification, equipment repairs (including inspection of vendor/contractor work), and equipment selection in construction and maintenance.
• Able to use and operate all pertinent safety equipment when performing duties in potentially hazardous areas (respirator, hard hat, safety glasses, etc.).
• Computer literate with basic skills in MS Windows, Word, Excel, email and Internet usage.
• Must be able to work alone and outdoors in extreme weather and perform heavy physical labor in a safe manner.
• Maintain a valid driver’s license for the state of residence.

An equal opportunity employer/disability/vet

Energy Transfer is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate against qualified applicants on the basis of actual or perceived race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, disability, pregnancy, veteran status, genetic information, citizenship status, or any other basis prohibited by law.

The nature and frequency of the above working conditions and requirements may vary depending on individual operational circumstances. Where feasible, the Partnership will make reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities to enable them to perform the essential functions of the job.

DISCLAIMER

The statements listed in this job posting, which are subject to change, are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this job. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of personnel so classified.

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