ELECTRICIAN II

Basin Electric Power Cooperative; Wyoming (OH); On-site; USD 66,134 - 94,190; Full time

Job summary

Basin Electric Power Cooperative is seeking an Electrician for the Laramie River Station in Wheatland, WY. The role entails assisting with inspection and repair of electrical systems, requiring a strong background in plant electrical operations.

The ideal candidate will hold an Associate’s degree in Electrical Technology with at least three years of experience or the equivalent. Understanding of safety regulations and the ability to work under pressure are crucial.

Qualifications

• 3 years of related electrical experience or 2 years with approved apprenticeship.
• Valid driver's license required.
• Experience as an Electrician at an industrial or power plant.

Responsibilities

• Assist with inspection, repair, installation of plant equipment.
• Troubleshoot plant electrical problems.
• Maintain tool and equipment condition.

Skills

Low-voltage and medium-voltage equipment experience

Electrical drawings knowledge

Ability to work under pressure

Education

Associate’s degree in Electrical Technology or equivalent

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Electrical tools

Desktop/laptop computers

Job description

This position is located at our Laramie River Station in Wheatland, WY. Responsible for assisting with inspection, repair, installation, and wiring of all plant electrical and electronic apparatus, devices, and circuits of any voltage including power distribution lines, transformers, and related equipment.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES

• Assist Lead Electrician, Electrician I and Electrician II positions with the inspection, installation, dismantling, repairing, and rewiring of all types of plant equipment, control boards, distribution lines, transformers, and related equipment. Assist with instruction and training for Apprentice Electrician, as requested.
• Perform service and repair on electrical apparatus, including splicing, soldering, taping, and repairing cords, switches, and light sockets. This includes regularly working on energized circuits of up to 600 volts alternating current (AC) and/or direct current (DC), and near circuits of 350 kilovolt (KV) AC and less.
• Assist in troubleshooting plant electrical problems. Maintain tools and equipment in good working condition. Procure and return materials and equipment, as required. Perform cleaning duties, as assigned.
• Proactively comply with all plant and cooperative safety policies and procedures. Safely maintain equipment and plant systems to provide the best plant availability while complying with all environmental and regulatory requirements.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• Associate’s degree in an Electrical Technology program and 3 years of related electrical experience; or
• An approved electrical apprenticeship and 2 years of related electrical experience; or
• A high school diploma or equivalent (GED or HSED); and 5 years of experience as an electrician or instrumentation technician.
• 1 year experience as an Electrician at an operating industrial or power plant.
• A valid driver’s license.

This position is identified as a Critical Infrastructure Protection (CIP) related position, which may allow physical and/or logical access to Bulk Electric System (BES) cyber related assets or systems. This position may allow access to privileged information relating to such assets or systems. This position will be required to strictly adhere to all Basin Electric policies, procedures, and programs applicable to the Critical Infrastructure Protection (CIP) requirements.

PHYSICAL AND ENVIRONMENTAL DEMANDS

This position requires frequent lifting and carrying up to 25 pounds, standing, and walking; and occasional climbing, pushing/pulling up to 35 pounds, bending/reaching, kneeling, lifting and carrying up to 70 pounds, and crawling. This position operates tools and equipment, including computer equipment, test equipment, bridge crane, ladders/scaffolding, welder, conduit bender, personnel lift equipment, portable drills, steam cleaner, floor crane, electrical tools, and hand tools. This position is required to operate a motor vehicle. This position is also regularly exposed to heat/cold, dirt/dust, chemicals, vibration, noise, and electrical risks. This position is required to work in confined areas and at heights up to 600 feet, which requires the use of safety equipment, including a harness, in accordance with ANSI Z359 standards. Good color vision and good hearing is required. This position must be respirator qualified.

KEY SKILLS

• Experience working on low-voltage and medium-voltage equipment, as well as a working knowledge of electrical drawings, troubleshooting, and repairs.
• Experience working with desktop/laptop computers and common operating system and productivity software.
• Ability to develop plans and goals, present information to others, work under pressure to meet deadlines, and meet overtime demands, as needed.

Wage: $58.19 per hour

Basin Electric is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer regarding race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, and veterans status.