Medium Voltage Electrician at Amentum

Amentum; Connecticut; On-site; USD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Amentum seeks a Medium Voltage Electrician to support a US Navy program on Diego Garcia. This on-site, full-time role requires installing, maintaining, and repairing MV electrical systems, reading diagrams, and ensuring safety and regulatory compliance.

Travel and deployment are involved in this austere environment. Qualifying candidates will have a 3-year electrician apprenticeship, 3+ years MV experience, English fluency, and the ability to obtain visas and meet medical requirements for

Qualifications

• Three-year apprenticeship in electrician trade or related field.
• At least 3 years in medium voltage electrical systems.
• Understanding of MV equipment, electrical safety, and codes.
• Proficiency with tools, meters, testing equipment for MV systems.
• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Must speak/read English.
• Eligible for international travel with valid passport.
• Able to meet medical and deployment requirements.

Responsibilities

• Install, test, maintain, troubleshoot, and repair medium voltage electrical systems and equipment.
• Read and interpret wiring diagrams, blueprints, and manuals.
• Perform preventive and corrective maintenance on transformers, switchgear, cables, and distribution systems.
• Ensure compliance with safety standards and codes.
• Work independently or in teams to support power distribution projects.
• Conduct inspections to identify and resolve electrical issues or hazards.
• Coordinate with supervisors to meet goals and deadlines.
• Document inspections, repairs, and system performance per procedures.

Skills

MV electrical systems

Electrical safety

Reading wiring diagrams

Electrical troubleshooting

Team collaboration

Education

Three-year electrician apprenticeship

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Multimeter

Electronic testing equipment

Job description

This Full time on site position offers great opportunities for career growth.

Amentum is a global leader in advanced engineering and innovative technology solutions, trusted by the United States and its allies to address their most significant and complex challenges in science, security and sustainability.

Our people apply undaunted curiosity, relentless ambition and boundless imagination to challenge convention and drive progress.

Our commitments are underpinned by the belief that safety, collaboration and well-being are integral to success.

Amentum is seeking a Medium Voltage Electrician to support a unique US Navy program on the island of Diego Garcia.

Job Responsibilities

• Installing, testing, maintaining, troubleshooting, and repairing medium voltage electrical systems and associated equipment.
• Reading and interpreting wiring diagrams, blueprints, and technical manuals to identify proper work procedures for medium voltage systems.
• Performing preventive and corrective maintenance on transformers, switchgear, underground cables, and distribution systems.
• Ensuring electrical systems are in compliance with applicable safety standards and codes.
• Working independently or as part of a team to support power distribution and medium voltage projects.
• Conducting inspections to identify and resolve potential electrical issues or hazards.
• Coordinating with supervisors and team members to meet operational goals and deadlines.
• Maintaining proper documentation of inspections, repairs, and system performance to ensure compliance with operational procedures and standards.
• Required to comply with all occupational safety and health standards, rules, and orders applicable to their actions and conduct.

Required Qualifications

• Successfully completed a three-year apprenticeship program in the electrician trade or a related field.
• At least three (3) years of documented practical experience in medium voltage electrical systems and trades.
• Demonstrated understanding of medium voltage equipment, electrical safety, and relevant electrical codes.
• Proficiency with electrical tools, meters, testing equipment, and repair techniques for medium voltage systems.
• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Must be able to speak, read, and comprehend English to the extent that they can perform the contract requirements and comply with installation emergency procedures.
• Must be in possession of a valid passport and be able to travel internationally. Passport should be valid for a minimum of one (1) year or more at the time of hiring.
• Ability to obtain country-specific visas per the U.S. Department of State Foreign Clearance Guide.
• Ability to successfully pass contract medical requirements and maintain requirements for the duration of deployment.
• Must be able to obtain and maintain facility credentials/authorization.

Preferred Qualifications

• Advanced certifications in electrical systems or power distribution are preferred.
• Experience working with medium voltage electrical systems in industrial, military, or austere environments.
• Prior experience in an austere OCONUS (Outside the Continental United States) environment with a multi-national workforce is preferred.
• Valid country driver’s license.
• Excellent troubleshooting, problem-solving, and organizational skills.

Other Responsibilities

• Safety: Amentum enforces a safety culture whereby all employees have the responsibility for continuously developing and maintaining a safe work environment. As appropriate, each employee is responsible for completing all training requirements, fulfilling all self‑aid/buddy aid responsibilities, participating in emergency response tasks, and serving on safety committees and teams.
• Quality: Quality is the foundation for the management of our business and the keystone to our goal of customer satisfaction. It is our policy to consistently provide services that meet customer expectations. Accordingly, each employee must conform to the Amentum Quality Policy and carry out job activities in compliance with applicable Amentum Quality System documents and customer contracts. Each employee must read and understand their Quality Management and Customer Satisfaction responsibilities.
• Procedure Compliance: Each employee must read, understand, and implement the general and specific operational, safety, quality, and environmental requirements of all plans, procedures, and policies pertaining to the job.

Working Environment

This position is located on Diego Garcia, British Indian Ocean Territory (BIOT), a remote overseas location supporting U.S. Government operations. Employees may work in office, industrial, warehouse, port, airfield, and outdoor environments and may be exposed to high temperatures, humidity, inclement weather, noise, dust, and uneven terrain. Work schedules may include evenings, weekends, holidays, and extended hours based on operational requirements.

Physical Requirements

Physical Requirements Requirements may include prolonged sitting, standing, walking, climbing stairs, lifting up to 25 pounds regularly and 50 pounds occasionally, and working in both indoor and outdoor environments. Must be able to meet all medical, security, and deployment requirements associated with assignment to a remote overseas location.

Perform other job-related duties as assigned that are consistent with the nature and level of the position.