High-Voltage Electrician

Amentum; St. Marys (GA); On-site; USD 52,000 - 63,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health & Welfare contributions

401(k) matching

Paid Time Off

Holidays

Shift differential

Hazard pay

Lead pay

On-call pay

Safety Shoes allowance

Prescription Safety Glasses allowance

Job summary

Amentum seeks an Electrician, High Voltage to support a government contract based at Kings Bay, Georgia. Journeyman-level duties include working with voltages above 600V, performing hot glove operations on energized 12.47 kV systems, and maintaining HV controls, transformers, and distribution equipment.

The role requires a high school diploma, HV apprenticeship or two years HV experience, safety-focused mindset, ability to work from a bucket truck, CPR certification, and eligibility for a Secret

Qualifications

• High school graduate or equivalent.
• HV Apprenticeship or journey-level HV experience (12.47 kV+) preferred.
• Familiar with electrical test equipment for HV maintenance/repair.
• Capable of safe Hot Glove work on energized HV systems.
• Knowledge of switches, transformers, and their hookups.

Responsibilities

• Repair, troubleshoot, maintain, and replace electrical controls, motors, switches, transformers, relays, and distribution equipment.
• Perform maintenance on oil and air circuit breakers and power supply/control systems.
• Support shift work, holidays and weekend coverage as required.
• Operate from bucket truck and adhere to safety requirements.

Skills

High voltage systems

Electrical testing equipment

Safety awareness

Shift work readiness

CPR certified

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

High Voltage Apprenticeship Program

Tools

Test equipment (multimeters, insulation testers)

Job description

Amentum, a global leader in critical mission support, engineering, technology, and national security solutions, is seeking an Electrician, High Voltage to support a government contract based in Kings Bay, Georgia.

Under general supervision, works at journey level performing duties associated with voltages above 600 volts. Must be familiar with safe working practices and requirements for Phasing and Hot Glove work on energized 12.47 kv systems and above.

Will repair, troubleshoot, maintain, and/ or replace electrical controls, motors, switches, general street and security lighting, transformers, relays, breakers, and associated overhead/ underground distribution manuals for maintenance of oil and air circuit breakers and AC/DC power supply and control systems. Must be willing to work holidays, weekends, and perform shift work. May perform other related duties as assigned.

Requirements

• High school graduate or equivalent
• Must have at least one of the following:
  • Completed a High Voltage Apprenticeship Program such as that offered by Jacksonville Electric Authority.
  • Verifiable work history while performing journey level work on High voltage generation and distribution systems of 12.47 kv and above for a minimum of two years.
• Must be familiar and knowledgeable with various types of electrical test equipment in the performance of routine maintenance/repair of associate High Voltage transmission and distribution equipment.
• Must be capable of performing safe Hot Glove work on all energized systems as required.
• Must have knowledge of switches, transformers, and their hookups.
• Will be required to work at various heights, including from a bucket truck.
• Must be CPR certified.
• Must possess the standard tools of the trade.
• Must always have and wear, hard toed safety shoes which meet ASTM F2413-05 standard.
• Successful candidate will be subject to a government security investigation and must continually meet eligibility requirements for access to all areas of Naval Submarine Base Kings Bay.
• Must be able to obtain and maintain a Secret US Government Clearance. Note: US Citizenship is required to obtain a Secret Clearance.

Key Purpose

• Provides a list of agreed-upon union benefits to include in job postings to support hiring efforts.

Hourly Rate

• $42.08

Main Benefits for Full-Time Employees

• Health & Welfare: $15.42 per hour contributed to benefits (effective 12/01/25).
• 401(k): Company matches up to 6% of employee contributions.
• Paid Time Off: Starts at 2.62 hours per pay period (136 hours annually), with increases based on tenure.
• Holidays: 12 paid holidays.
• Additional Leave: Includes bereavement and leave share programs.

Pay Premiums & Compensation Add-ons

• Shift Differential: Extra $1.75–$2.00/hour depending on shift start time.
• Hazard Pay: $3.00/hour for designated high-risk work areas.
• Lead Pay: Additional $2.25/hour for lead roles (temporary or permanent).
• On-Call Pay: Two hours of overtime pay per day when on call during off-days/holidays.

Safety & Equipment Benefits

• Safety Shoes: $175 annual allowance.
• Prescription Safety Glasses: Up to $250 annually (per policy).

Other Coverage

• Includes provisions for overtime, safety requirements, and additional contract-based benefits.

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