Power Plant Electrician (On-Site)

Power Plant Electrician (On-Site)

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FT/PT: Full-time

Regular/Project/Seasonal: Regular

Location: Bastrop, TX

City: Bastrop

State: Texas

Categories: Operations/Maintenance (Power, Water, Transmission, Telecom), On-site

At LCRA, we are seeking a driven and detail-orientated individual for our Energy Services Electrician position! This is an opportunity to join the maintenance team at Lost Pines Power Park. The role centers on maintaining critical infrastructure and managing low, medium, and high voltage equipment. Responsibilities include the upkeep, inspection, repair, testing, and installation of various electrical components like motors, breakers, and transformers. This position highlights the significance of expertise and hands-on experience in the field, offering continuous opportunities for skill development. If you are a motivated individual looking to contribute to a company that values its employees and the local community, we encourage you to apply and become part of our team!

You will be trusted to:

• Install, maintain, remove, inspect, test, and repair electric motors, generators, electrical circuit breakers, condensers, transformers, switches, communication systems, and electrical and electronic control equipment and wiring.
• Locate and repair failures in electrical and electronic circuits and equipment. Install test apparatus on all electrical equipment. Analyzes and implements solutions to electrical and electronic control system problems.
• Perform maintenance, repair and operational/diagnostic tests as required on all power apparatus in power plants. Record test results. Develop and prepare summary of test results in reports.
• Perform routine preventative maintenance and general upkeep of electrical and electronic equipment and test gear.
• Read/interpret blueprints and drawings, consult manuals, parts lists, etc., to assist in performing work. Keep drawings and schematics up to date and accurate.

You qualify with:

• Four or more years of experience in maintenance and/or construction of electrical power generation, transmission, distribution, substation and control equipment, and/or other types of electrical equipment, including experience reading blueprints or other relevant experience. 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 or equivalent from another state required for incumbents with heavy equipment operation and transportation responsibilities.

You are a great fit with:

• Experience in conduit schedule for conduit and cable installation
• Experience in the assembly and installation of high voltage electrical equipment
• Knowledge of electrical circuit theory
• Knowledge of DC battery banks
• Knowledge of the National Electrical Code or National Electrical Safety Code

You gain:

• Competitive salary & medical, dental, vision and legal insurance
• Paid time off, including time for vacation, sick and family care leave
• 401(k) match up to 8% that includes a student loan 401(k) contribution program option
• Life and disability insurance
• Wellness program including wellness incentive
• Extensive learning & development programs

And more - all to create a compelling and rewarding work environment.

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 ... or email .... Reasonable accommodations will be determined on a case-by-case basis.