Substation Electrician

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

Here’s The Role

LCRA is looking for a Substation Electrician to join our team! As a member of our Maintenance team, you will install, maintain and repair electric motors and equipment on the crucial infrastructure of Central Texas. You will work on complex tasks in LCRA locations including the Service Center and substations throughout our service area. As you progress in this role, you will be able to advance in your career by applying on-the-job training and certification programs. Our ideal candidate is highly motivated and a great teammate. Whether you are a seasoned electrician or just starting your career, if you want to be a part of an organization that sets the standard for excellence as a public utility, this is the job for you!

How You’ll Contribute

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

How You’re Qualified

• One or more years of experience in maintenance and/or construction of electrical power, transmission, distribution, substation and control equipment, and/or other types of electrical equipment, including experience reading blueprints.
• A degree(s) in electrical power theory, electronics, instrumentation, controls, industrial maintenance or relevant field may be substituted per LCRA guidelines for certain years of experience.
• Class A Texas commercial driver's license

How We’ll Support You

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Equal Opportunity Employer

• LCRA provides equal employment opportunities and a work environment free of discrimination and harassment. All employment decisions at LCRA are based on business need, job requirement and individual qualifications, without regard to race, color, religion, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, sexual orientation, genetic information, or veteran status in accordance with applicable federal and state legal requirements governing nondiscrimination in employment.
• LCRA is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to job applicants with physical or mental disabilities. Applicants with a disability who require a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application or hiring process can contact LCRA Human Resources [phone] or email [e-mail]. Reasonable accommodations will be determined on a case-by-case basis.