Industrial Electrician (High Voltage)/Sr. Electrical & Mechanical Tech

  • WSSC Water
  • Laurel, Maryland
  • Full Time
Industrial Electrician (High Voltage)/Sr. Electrical & Mechanical Tech

Posting Details

Position Information

Functional Title Industrial Electrician (High Voltage)/Sr. Electrical & Mechanical Tech

Recruitment Category Type Standard

Functional Category Production

Grade UH.17

FLSA Status Non-Exempt

Requisition Number 26-0008

Number of Vacancies 1

Job Level Non-Management

Job Code N/A

Job Description Summary

Organization Name Parkway WRRF

Reports to Section Manager, Electrical & Mechanical Maintenance

Full or Part Time Full Time

If Part Time how many hours per week

Regular or Temporary Regular

Position End Date (if temporary)

Work Schedule

Monday-Friday 6:30am-3:00pm

Weekends and Overtime as needed.

Position Location Laurel

Position Summary Information

General Summary

The Sr. Electrical & Mechanical Technician performs journey-level work on complex electrical (up to and including 69Kv substations), mechanical, hydraulic, and pneumatic systems at the Parkway WRRF Plant and Pumping Stations.

Essential Functions

Leads Electrical Mechanics and Electrical/Mechanical Technicians in performing electrical/mechanical work.

Performs failure analysis on failed equipment and works with the Division's Maintenance & Operations Strategists to develop strategies to prevent future failures

Maintains electrical substations up to 69Kv

Performs repairs on various complex mechanical systems such as pumps, compressors, conveyors, intake and bar screens, valves, drive units, fans, etc.

Responsible for delivering and operating the Division's C4500 crane truck to maintain equipment at Parkway WRRF and Pumping Stations.

Utilizes, reviews, and updates electrical and mechanical drawings to support maintenance and troubleshooting tasks

Installs and maintains pumps, motors, gearboxes, pipes, valves, and electrical control systems.

Maintains pneumatic and hydraulic control systems on valves and bubbler systems.

Maintains electronic control systems of various voltages and types such as variable speed and synchronous motors

Other Functions

Installs a wide variety of electrical or mechanical equipment

Serves as project lead on most projects and may serve as the liaison with the Operations staff.

Performs related duties as required

Work Environment And Physical Demands

Work is primarily performed at plants and pumping stations; some work is performed in an office setting.

Required Knowledge, Skills, And Abilities

Thorough knowledge of standard practices, materials, tools, and equipment of the electrical/mechanical trade

Thorough knowledge of electrical/mechanical construction and maintenance, including installation and/or modification of all sizes of electrical conduit, cables, wires, switches, automatic starting equipment, etc.

Thorough knowledge of electronic repair practices and methods

Skilled in the use of advanced electrical troubleshooting tools and equipment

Ability to work from and modify electrical and construction drawings, schematics, and specifications

Ability to operate substations up to 69Kv

Ability to work effectively with workers from different disciplines

Ability to work in inclement weather and fluctuating temperatures, climb ladders, scaffolding, and descend underground, as well as exposure to the hazards of working in confined spaces with high voltage electricity

Minimum Education, Experience Requirements

High School diploma or equivalent

3+ years of electrical/mechanical experience, including (2) years of experience in the maintenance of high voltage switchgear and substations up to 69Kv, as well as repairing and servicing equipment such as oil circuit breakers, transformers, roll-out breakers, switchgear controls, and protective relays

3+ years of experience in reading electrical one-line drawings, diagrams of high voltage substations and switchgear, and interconnecting diagrams and equipment location drawings

Completion of technical coursework in basic electricity, basic mechanics, blueprints, and schematics

Additional Requirements

Possession of a valid driver's license, with no more than 4 points, and the ability to obtain and maintain a WSSC Water driver's permit within 90 days of hire or transfer date

Employees in this position are designated or considered emergency personnel; therefore, the employee must report to work as scheduled or as directed by their supervisor when WSSC Water declares an event that requires emergency personnel to report to work

Shift work, on-call, and mandatory overtime may be required

Certified in shaft alignment for rotating machinery

Certified in mobile crane operation

Preferences

Possession of an electrical and mechanical aptitude

Trouble shooting skills with control circuits

Heavy on electrical experience. 13.8KV (MV)

Salary $35.72 - $60.36 per hour

Posting Detail Information

EEO Statement

AN EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

It is the policy of the Commission to select new employees and to promote current employees without regard to race, sexual orientation, sex, religion, national origin, marital status, or handicap. The Commission does not discriminate against qualified individuals with a disability and will make reasonable accommodation for any disability that does not result in undue hardship for the Commission.

Close Date

Open Until Filled Yes

Special Instructions to Applicants
Job ID: 487053837
Originally Posted on: 7/27/2025

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