Electrician Technician - Tamworth, NH

Sprague Energy - Tamworth, NH

Full-time - Entry Level

Tamworth, NH

Merchant Wholesalers, Nondurable Goods

About the position

The Electrical Technician is responsible for the safe maintenance and repair of all electrical equipment in the power plant facility. The Electrical Technician performs work of high skill in the inspection, repair, testing, calibration, installation and removal of all electrical power plant equipment and systems. The Electrician will be called upon to support the Instrument and Controls Technician as schedule and workload allows and will be expected to support the plant, as requested by the Operations and Maintenance Manager.

Responsibilities

• Monitor facility electrical process and proper operation, including equipment with 120 volt or higher.
• Troubleshoot problems associated with electrical systems components.
• Perform preventative and corrective maintenance on facility electrical equipment including variable frequency drives, motors, starters, HV and MV switchgear, transformers, etc.
• Maintain preventative maintenance records for electrical equipment.
• Maintain inventory control of electrical spare parts.
• Assist with scheduling and coordinating outside contractor work on electrical equipment.
• Perform troubleshooting and preventative maintenance on process controls equipment that includes electro pneumatic positioners, control valves and transmitters with power inputs of 120 volts and higher.
• Demonstrate proficiency with common test instruments including Fluke diagnostic equipment, Megger, Signal Generator, Amprobes, HiPot testing, etc.
• Demonstrate proficiency in reading electrical schematics and diagrams.
• Participate in company safety training.
• Install new electrical equipment and systems for plant modifications and improvements or supervise Electrical contractors contracted for site work.
• Perform quality control oversight of Electrical contract work.
• Coordinate with Plant Management to maintain 'Qualified Man' certifications for all Arc Flash related activities and testing.
• Maintain inspection records and applicable replacement of all Arc Flash PPE and other Electrical PPE and tooling.
• Maintain and coordinate all protective relay testing, maintenance and troubleshooting as required.

Requirements

• High School Graduate.
• Graduation from an accredited Electrical Technician Program, and electrical degree program or five years of work experience as a technician in a related industry.
• A current Electrician's Journeyman or Masters license is a plus.
• Experience in working with voltage of 4160 up to High voltage levels.

Nice-to-haves

• Basic math skills.
• Good verbal communications skills.
• Proficient with the use of power and precision tools.
• Ability to work without direct supervision.
• Knowledge of hazards involved and safety precautions in the operation and maintenance of power plant equipment and machinery.
• Basic data entry/computer skills.

Benefits

• 401(k) Traditional and Roth plans with employer match of 100% of the first 6% of the employee's contribution.
• Defined Contribution Plan with an automatic 2.6% contribution from Sprague.
• Paid Volunteer Time.
• Tuition reimbursement.
• Choice of high deductible and PPO Health Plans.
• Wellness Program.