MV Electrician: International Deployment on Diego Garcia

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

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