Electrician (104.26)

American States Water Company; Santa Maria (CA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision plans

401(k) retirement plan

Paid holidays

Job summary

Golden State Water Company in Santa Maria, CA seeks an experienced Electrical Technician to install, maintain, and repair electrical and control systems at water treatment and distribution facilities.

The role covers single- and three‑phase systems up to 600V, SCADA/industrial control systems, and PLCs. Some travel and 24/7 emergency response are required.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Valid California Driver’s license required.
• Completion of a four-year Electrical Apprentice Program or equivalent preferred.
• Three years of experience in installation, maintenance and operation of industrial electrical systems up to 600V.
• Knowledge of SCADA equipment and industrial control systems in a water utility environment.
• Proficient in electrical calculations (load, wire sizing, breaker sizing).
• Journeyman understanding of ladder logic control and circuit configuration.
• Proficient in common computer applications (spreadsheet/word processing).
• Knowledge of Wonderware software products preferred.
• Knowledge of PLC operation (Modicon/Schneider).

Responsibilities

• Installs, maintains, operates, troubleshoots, and repairs electrical equipment at facilities up to 600V.
• Supports startup, verification and ongoing operation of industrial electrical equipment.
• Installs and maintains SCADA equipment and related hardware.
• Maintains instrumentation devices and electro-mechanical equipment.
• Participates in design/construction of electrical facilities for capital projects.
• Reviews electrical designs and reports on project status.
• Inspects electrical installations and repair work for compliance.
• Travels as required and on-call for emergencies.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Skills

SCADA knowledge

Ladder logic

PLC operation

Electrical calculations

Three-phase systems

Industrial electrical systems

Computer proficiency

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Four-year Electrical Apprentice Program

Tools

Wonderware

Modicon/Schneider PLCs

Spreadsheet/Word processing

Job description

Location SANTA MARIA, CA (Santa Maria CSA)

Golden State Water Company is one of the largest investor-owned water utilities in the United States. We deliver quality, reliable water to more than 1 million people in over 80 communities throughout California. Golden State Water has been in business for more than 90 years because we put customers first.

Essential duties and Responsibilities

• Installs, maintains, operates, troubleshoots, and repairs electrical equipment at Company facilities operating on single and 3-phase electrical platforms up to 600V.
• Performs the startup, verification and ongoing operational support of typical industrial electrical equipment operating in a water utility environment.
• Installs, maintains, troubleshoots, and repairs industrial control system equipment, SCADA system equipment and related hardware. Performs startup and verification activities to verify proper equipment operation.
• Installs and maintains various instrumentation devices.
• Performs maintenance activities on electro-mechanical equipment and ancillary equipment such as valve actuators (pneumatic and electric), compressed air systems and other support systems associated with water supply and treatment facilities.
• Participates in the engineering, design and construction of electrical facilities associated with Capital Improvement Projects.
• Reviews electrical designs, prepares and reports on electrical project status, completes as-builts and participates in pre-construction meetings.
• Responsible for inspecting electrical installations and repair work performed by others.
• Ensures compliance of company facilities and equipment with applicable National Electrical Code (NEC) and other regulatory requirements and Company standards and specifications.
• Participates in scheduled safety meetings, training and other seminars.
• Oversees and maintains electrical project status data for cost control and progress reports.
• Available for emergency response, 24 hours/day, seven days/week.
• Duties may include conduit bending, wire pulling and hand digging.
• Works under general supervision. Travel may be required.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Valid California Driver’s license required.
• Completion of a four-year Electrical Apprentice Program or equivalent preferred.
• Three years of experience required in the installation, maintenance and operation of industrial electrical systems operating on single phase and 3-phase electrical systems up to 600 volts.
• Knowledge of SCADA equipment and industrial control systems and instrumentation utilized in a water utility environment.
• Proficient in performing electrical calculations such as, but not limited to load calculations, wire sizing and breaker sizing calculations.
• Journeyman Understanding of ladder logic control and circuit configuration.
• Proficient in computer applications such as, but not limited to, spreadsheet and word processing applications.
• Knowledge of Wonderware software products preferred.
• Knowledge of PLC operation, including Modicon and Schneider products.
• May include but not limited to standing, climbing, walking, lifting, bending, pulling and/or pushing, grasping, reaching, stooping and crouching, sitting, typing, walking, reading, writing, color determination, speaking and listening for extended periods of time.

BENEFITS

Our Company supports our employees with rich benefit programs and resources to help them thrive today and prepare for tomorrow. Benefit options include medical, dental, and vision plans with the Company currently paying 85% of the monthly premium for employees and their eligible dependents. We also offer paid vacation and sick time and twelve Company paid holidays per year. To help our employees plan for the future, we offer both a 401(k) retirement plan as well as a Defined Contribution Profit Sharing retirement plan. Additional benefits include life, AD&D, and LTD insurance as well as health savings account and flexible spending plans.

COMPENSATION INFORMATION

The compensation range provided is in compliance with state specific laws. Multiple factors are used to determine the actual starting rate of pay for all of our positions, including specific skills, years of experience, education, certification(s), and other job related factors.

The responsibilities of this position will involve access to information that may be considered confidential, private and sensitive. Therefore, the individual filling this position will be required to both allow and pass a background check.

NOTE: Reasonable accommodations will be made to enable individuals with special needs to perform the essential functions.

The Company is committed to providing equal employment opportunities for all job applicants and employees. The Company prohibits unlawful discrimination on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, ancestry, physical disability, mental disability, legally protected medical condition, marital status, sex, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, age over 40, military or veteran status or any other basis protected by federal, state or local law.