Power Substation Electrician — Maintenance & Upkeep

LCRA; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

LCRA is seeking a Substation Electrician to join our Maintenance team in Central Texas. You will install, repair and maintain electrical motors and equipment across power plants, substations, and other facilities, using on-the-job training and certification programs.

Whether you are an experienced electrician or just starting your career, you will collaborate with a team that sets the standard for excellence as a public utility, with opportunities to advance your career through ongoing training

Qualifications

• 1+ years of experience in maintenance/construction of electrical power, transmission, distribution, substation and control equipment, with blueprint reading.
• Degree in electrical power theory, electronics, instrumentation, controls, industrial maintenance or related field (may substitute as per guidelines).
• Class A Texas commercial driver's license.

Responsibilities

• Locate and repair failures in electrical circuits and equipment; install test apparatus and solve control system problems.
• Install and maintain lighting and other electrical equipment at substations, power plants, and other facilities.
• Perform routine preventative maintenance and general upkeep of electrical equipment and test gear.
• Read, interpret and update blueprints and drawings; consult manuals and parts lists to assist in performing work.
• Operate handheld and power tools in performing electrical tasks.

Skills

Electrical maintenance

Reading blueprints

Substation equipment knowledge

Education

Class A Texas commercial driver's license

Job description

LCRA is seeking a Substation Electrician to join our Maintenance team in Central Texas. You will install, repair and maintain electrical motors and equipment across power plants, substations, and other facilities, using on-the-job training and certification programs.

Whether you are an experienced electrician or just starting your career, you will collaborate with a team that sets the standard for excellence as a public utility, with opportunities to advance your career through ongoing training