Industrial Electrician Lead — 480V & PLC Expert

Watco Transloading

Houston (TX)

On-site

USD 39,000 - 55,000

Full time

2 days ago

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Job summary

Watco Transloading is seeking an Industrial Lead Electrician to lead maintenance, troubleshooting, and reliability of 480V three-phase systems, motor controls, transformers, and automated equipment at our Houston facility. The ideal candidate will possess NFPA 70E expertise, PLC and VFD experience, with a focus on safety and minimizing downtime.

Responsibilities include leading installation, testing, and preventive maintenance while enforcing LOTO procedures and guiding a team of electricians

Qualifications

Active Master Electrician License in good standing.
Minimum 8 years of progressive electrical experience in industrial settings.
Minimum 5 years specifically handling 480V 3-phase systems.
Ability to obtain and maintain a valid TWIC card.
OSHA 30 NFPA 70E certification; Thermography Level I preferred.

Responsibilities

Lead installation, testing, and maintenance of 480V three-phase distribution systems including MCCs and transformers.
Perform phase balancing, phase rotation testing, power quality analysis, and harmonic filtering.
Troubleshoot PLCs, I/O modules, sensors, and control circuits from electrical schematics.
Enforce Lockout/Tagout procedures during maintenance and overhauls.
Drive NFPA 70E compliance and proper PPE usage in all tasks.
Provide technical leadership to electricians and maintenance staff.