High Voltage Electrician

3M HEALTHCARE; Lorton (VA); On-site; USD 126,000 - 154,000; Full time

Job summary

3M HEALTHCARE is seeking a High Voltage Electrician to install, maintain, and repair electrical equipment used in generation, distribution, or utilization of electric energy. You will work from blueprints and layouts, diagnose issues, perform load calculations, and ensure NEC safety standards.

The role requires lifting up to 45 lbs, proficient computer skills, and a TS/SCI with CIP clearance. NICET Level II and journeyman/master license are required or expected, with a strong emphasis on safety

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent.

Responsibilities

• Install, maintain, and repair electrical equipment as listed (generators, transformers, switchboards, controllers, circuit breakers, motors, heating units, conduit systems).
• Follow blueprints, drawings, and layouts to determine installation requirements.
• Diagnose and troubleshoot electrical system problems.
• Perform standard load calculations for wiring and equipment.
• Use hand tools, measuring and testing instruments.
• Maintain safety compliance and adhere to NEC guidelines.

Skills

Electrical installation

Electrical maintenance

Troubleshooting

Load calculations

NEC knowledge

Reading blueprints

TS/SCI clearance

Education

High School diploma

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Job Overview

A High Voltage Electrician performs a variety of electrical trade functions such as the installation, maintenance, or repair of equipment for the generation, distribution, or utilization of electric energy. Work involves installing or repairing a variety of electrical equipment including generators, transformers, switchboards, controllers, circuit breakers, motors, heating units, conduit systems, and other transmission equipment. The role requires interpreting blueprints, drawings, layouts, or other specifications, diagnosing troubles in electrical systems, performing load calculations, and using a variety of hand tools and measuring instruments.

Responsibilities

• Install, maintain, and repair electrical equipment such as generators, transformers, switchboards, controllers, circuit breakers, motors, heating units, conduit systems, and transmission equipment.
• Work from blueprints, drawings, and layout specifications to determine installation requirements.
• Diagnose and troubleshoot problems in electrical systems and equipment.
• Perform standard load calculations for wiring and equipment.
• Use hand tools, measuring, and testing instruments.
• Maintain safety compliance and adhere to NEC guidelines.

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• High School diploma or equivalent.
• Medium voltage experience and familiarity with electrical control systems.
• Knowledge of the National Electrical Code (NEC).
• Ability to read and write at a level necessary for job performance.
• Physical ability to lift up to 45 lbs.
• Computer skills: Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, etc.).
• Security clearance: TS/SCI with CIP.
• Certification: NICET Electrical Power Testing Level II and a valid Electrician Journeyman or Master license.

Preferred Qualifications

• OSHA 10‑hour and 30‑hour Construction Safety Certification.
• American Society for Nondestructive Testing (ASNT) Level I Infrared Thermography Certification.
• Experience with Square D P24 Switch Gear, VR MV Breakers, Master Pack Breakers, and ASCO transfer switches.

Compensation

$70.34 per hour.

EEO Statement

Amentum is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. Our hiring practices provide equal opportunity for employment without regard to race, sex, sexual orientation, pregnancy, age, ancestry, U.S. military or veteran status, color, religion, creed, marital or domestic partner status, medical condition, genetic information, national origin, citizenship status, low‑income status, or mental or physical disability so long as essential functions of the job can be performed with or without reasonable accommodation, or any other protected category under federal, state, or local law.