POWER DISTRIBUTION TECHNICIAN
Electrical Power Distribution Technician | Medium Voltage | Switchgear | MCC | Transformers | Electrical Maintenance | Industrial Electrician
WHO WE ARE
For over 35 years, ISC has delivered safe, high-quality engineering, construction, and maintenance solutions across a wide range of industries and complex work environments.
We are Powered by People, and our people are the foundation of everything we accomplish. At ISC, Associates have opportunities to build their skills, take on meaningful challenges, and grow their careers while contributing to work they can be proud of.
THE POSITION
ISC is seeking an experienced Power Distribution Technician to support the inspection, maintenance, testing, troubleshooting, and operation of electrical power distribution systems and equipment.
Working under the guidance of experienced power distribution personnel, the Power Distribution Technician will perform electrical switching, preventive maintenance, testing, equipment inspections, and electrical installation activities involving 480V through 35.5kV electrical systems, switchgear, motor control centers (MCCs), transformers, motors, breakers, UPS systems, batteries, and related power distribution equipment.
This position requires strong electrical knowledge, a safety-first mindset, and the ability to work around energized and de-energized electrical power equipment in accordance with established electrical safety procedures.
RESPONSIBILITIES
Power Distribution & Electrical Maintenance
- Take switching orders and perform electrical switching on 480V through 35.5kV equipment as authorized and qualified.
- Perform preventive maintenance on feeder breakers, switches, switchgear, MCCs, transformers, batteries, UPS systems, and related electrical equipment.
- Perform motor testing, including applicable insulation and motor diagnostic testing.
- Pull and test transformer oil samples as required.
- Perform grounding-system and grounding-conductor inspections.
- Install protective grounds on electrical equipment in accordance with established procedures.
- Perform visual inspections of electrical equipment, cabling, connections, and associated systems.
- Assist with electrical testing, inspection, troubleshooting, and maintenance activities.
- Troubleshoot energized motor-control systems when authorized, qualified, and required.
Electrical Installation
- Fabricate and install rigid metal, aluminum, EMT, PVC-coated rigid, and PVC conduit.
- Use mechanical and hydraulic conduit-bending equipment.
- Fabricate and install conduit supports.
- Install wire and cable manually or with applicable pulling equipment.
- Install and support cable-tray systems.
- Install and work with breakers, fuses, junction boxes, bus duct, batteries, battery chargers, motors, transformers, and related electrical components.
- Perform electrical equipment and conductor terminations.
- Perform applicable motor and transformer terminations, cable splicing, and medium-voltage terminations.
- Size thermal overloads, breakers, and fuses as required.
- Properly use hydraulic and other electrical construction tools and equipment.
Electrical Testing & Troubleshooting
Read and interpret electrical drawings, blueprints, control schematics, diagrams, and equipment documentation.
Apply electrical theory to identify, evaluate, and troubleshoot electrical system problems.
Perform applicable electrical and mechanical testing procedures.
Properly identify, select, and use electrical test equipment.
Use electrical testing equipment such as:
Digital volt-ohm meters (VOMs)
Clamp/amp meters
Insulation resistance testers
Voltage measuring and indicating devices
Identify electrical equipment deficiencies and communicate findings to appropriate supervision.
Support troubleshooting and corrective maintenance of electrical power and motor-control systems.
ELECTRICAL SAFETY
- Follow applicable electrical safety procedures, OSHA requirements, and jobsite safety rules.
- Read and interpret arc-flash labels, electrical warning signs, and hazard information.
- Properly complete Job Safety Analyses (JSA/JHA) and participate in pre-task planning.
- Select and properly use appropriate voltage measuring and indicating devices.
- Properly select, inspect, and wear required electrical and arc-flash personal protective equipment.
- Apply applicable Lockout/Tagout (LOTO) requirements.
- Follow applicable NFPA 70E electrical safe-work practices.
- Recognize electrical hazards and immediately report unsafe conditions, equipment, or work practices.
- Maintain safe and organized work areas when performing electrical installation, maintenance, testing, and troubleshooting activities.
WHAT WE'RE LOOKING FOR
- Minimum of four years of applicable craft-specific electrical experience.
- Formal electrical or instrumentation/electrical technician training combined with applicable industry experience is preferred.
- Experience with industrial electrical power distribution, maintenance, or construction.
- Working knowledge of electrical power distribution equipment and systems.
- Ability to read and interpret electrical drawings, schematics, blueprints, and applicable National Electrical Code requirements.
- Understanding of electrical theory, power distribution, motor controls, grounding, and electrical testing.
- Knowledge of electrical and mechanical testing procedures.
- Experience with electrical test instruments and diagnostic equipment.
- Ability to identify electrical problems and support effective troubleshooting.
- Ability to safely work around electrical power equipment and cabling.
- Ability to adapt to changing field conditions and work requirements.
- Strong commitment to safety, quality, and proper electrical work practices.
- Ability to communicate effectively with coworkers, supervision, and other project personnel.
PREFERRED EXPERIENCE
Candidates with experience in one or more of the following areas are strongly encouraged to apply:
- Electrical power distribution
- Medium-voltage electrical systems
- Low-voltage electrical systems
- Industrial electrical maintenance
- Industrial electrician work
- Electrical and instrumentation (E&I)
- Electrical switching
- Switchgear maintenance
- Motor control centers (MCCs)
- Transformers
- Motors and motor controls
- Feeder breakers and protective devices
- UPS and battery systems
- Preventive electrical maintenance
- Electrical testing and troubleshooting
- Motor testing
- Insulation resistance testing
- Cable splicing and terminations
- Medium-voltage terminations
- Grounding and bonding
- Conduit and cable-tray installation
- NFPA 70E
- Lockout/Tagout (LOTO)
- Arc-flash safety
CERTIFICATIONS & EMPLOYMENT REQUIREMENTS
- Ability to meet the required cut score on the applicable National Center for Construction Education and Research (NCCER) Written Skill Assessment.
- Applicable electrical safety and NFPA 70E training or qualification may be required.
- A current Transportation Worker Identification Credential (TWIC) may be required based on project or client requirements.
- Ability to successfully complete applicable post-offer, pre-employment drug and alcohol testing and background checks.
- Ability to comply with applicable project, client, and jobsite safety requirements.
- Ability to perform the essential duties of the position in an active construction and maintenance environment.
OTHER INFORMATION
ISC offers a comprehensive benefits package and opportunities for career development and advancement.
EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY
ISC is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.
RECRUITING INTEGRITY
ISC evaluates and hires applicants for employment based exclusively upon each applicant's qualifications and merit. No applicant will ever be required to pay money or provide any other form of compensation to an ISC employee in order to be hired by or considered for employment with the Company.
MULTI-SKILL EXPECTATION
This job profile is not intended to be a complete listing of all similar, miscellaneous, or incidental duties that may be required. ISC utilizes the multi-skill concept and Associates may be expected to perform other job-related duties consistent with project and operational requirements.
Accessibility: If you need an accommodation as part of the employment process please contact Human Resources at
Phone: 225.756.7501
Email: hr@iscgrp.com
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