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  • SR. CRAFT TECHNICIAN - Electrician

  • Southwest Research Institute
  • San Antonio, Texas 78205 United States View Map

Summary

Who We Are:

Join an independent R&D company as a skilled electrician to install, maintain, and repair experimental electrical equipment to aide in solving national security problems. By joining our team, you will receive an additional $500.00 in your first paycheck (minus applicable taxes).

Objectives of this Role:

  • Verify all work complies with NEC codes, LOTO and electrical safety requirements.
  • Read blueprints and schematics for troubleshooting and repair.
  • Work with 3-phase motors, stand by generator power install and UPS systems.
  • Interface with engineers and managers to plan new layouts and installation of test equipment and electrical components.


Daily and Monthly Responsibilities:

  • Work to maintain shop inventory and assist with restocking and placing orders to electrical distribution centers.
  • Work on a variety of projects and/or current challenges in designing, installing and maintaining electrical equipment.
  • Work well in a team setting and independently and staying organized with tasking while on travel for work assignments.
  • Assist with project tasking and field test set up.


Requirements:

  • Requires a high school diploma or equivalent.
  • Licensed Texas Electrician - Wireman or Journeyman
  • 5+ years: Residential or commercial Apprentice, Wireman or Journeyman Electrician.
  • 2+ years: Experience trouble shooting electrical circuits, lights, relays and contactors. Familiar and knowledgeable in use of a voltmeter, motor rotation tester, and megger.
  • 2 years: Experience working with EMT, RMC, IMC and able to bend conduit.
  • 3+ years: Experience installing electrical panels, transformers and wire termination.
  • A valid/clear driver's license is required.


Special Requirements:

Applicant selected will be subject to a government security investigation and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information. Applicant must be a U.S. citizen.

Job Locations: San Antonio, Texas

For more information about this division, visit the Applied Power home page.

For benefits information at our San Antonio location, click here .
For benefits information at all other locations, click here .

An Equal Employment Opportunity Employer: race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, and veteran status.

Job Description

Who We Are:

Join an independent R&D company as a skilled electrician to install, maintain, and repair experimental electrical equipment to aide in solving national security problems. By joining our team, you will receive an additional $500.00 in your first paycheck (minus applicable taxes).

Objectives of this Role:

  • Verify all work complies with NEC codes, LOTO and electrical safety requirements.
  • Read blueprints and schematics for troubleshooting and repair.
  • Work with 3-phase motors, stand by generator power install and UPS systems.
  • Interface with engineers and managers to plan new layouts and installation of test equipment and electrical components.


Daily and Monthly Responsibilities:

  • Work to maintain shop inventory and assist with restocking and placing orders to electrical distribution centers.
  • Work on a variety of projects and/or current challenges in designing, installing and maintaining electrical equipment.
  • Work well in a team setting and independently and staying organized with tasking while on travel for work assignments.
  • Assist with project tasking and field test set up.


Requirements:

  • Requires a high school diploma or equivalent.
  • Licensed Texas Electrician - Wireman or Journeyman
  • 5+ years: Residential or commercial Apprentice, Wireman or Journeyman Electrician.
  • 2+ years: Experience trouble shooting electrical circuits, lights, relays and contactors. Familiar and knowledgeable in use of a voltmeter, motor rotation tester, and megger.
  • 2 years: Experience working with EMT, RMC, IMC and able to bend conduit.
  • 3+ years: Experience installing electrical panels, transformers and wire termination.
  • A valid/clear driver's license is required.


Special Requirements:

Applicant selected will be subject to a government security investigation and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information. Applicant must be a U.S. citizen.

Job Locations: San Antonio, Texas

For more information about this division, visit the Applied Power home page.

For benefits information at our San Antonio location, click here .
For benefits information at all other locations, click here .

An Equal Employment Opportunity Employer: race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, and veteran status.
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