Medium Voltage Mechanic

Position Summary: Medium Voltage Electrician supporting Microgrid, Data Center, and Fracking operations, ensuring that all electrical components and procedures comply with Life Cycle Power (LCP) standards and national codes, maintaining safety and professionalism in execution.

• ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: (The following duties and responsibilities are all essential job functions, as defined by the ADA, except for those that begin with the word “May.”)
• Performs pre-job equipment and site inspections to minimize equipment downtime during the job.
• On the jobsite, when called upon, troubleshoots and performs necessary repairs to malfunctioning equipment.
• Assists personnel with troubleshooting all medium voltage equipment, including variable frequency drives, transformers, and switchgear.
• Ensures proper grounding grid is laid out and tested, including but not limited to all LCP equipment and third-party equipment on site.
• Conducts work per safety rules, standard operating procedures, and workplace instructions, following all applicable OEM manufacturers, OSHA, MSHA, and NEC codes to perform repairs, preventive maintenance, and operation of all electrical equipment.Responsible for communicating job maintenance and repairs performed to Area Managers, Field Service Manager, and Supervisor.
• May be assigned the duty of ordering electrical components, supplies, and tools.

Responsibilities:

• Performs routine maintenance on MV switchgear, MV circuit breakers, transformers, and all associated equipment.
• Troubleshoots transformer and generator protection relays.
•  Performs routine maintenance and testing of all MV cables before each frac operation.
•  Manages power distribution to all equipment, including cable routing, designation, cable terminations, final system inspections, and approval before energizing any medium voltage circuits.
•  Performs other related duties assigned to support successful operations and business continuity.

POSITION REQUIREMENTS:

• Successfully passes background check and pre-employment drug screening.
• Possesses a valid U.S. Driver’s License.
• Daily overtime required and consistent, in-person attendance.

EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE LEVEL

• • High School Diploma or GED required. Technical college training is preferred.
  • 24 months of previous medium voltage electrical experience, or an associate’s degree in electrical technology or a related field.
  •  Familiarity with NEC / Country codes
  •  Familiarity with OSHA / Code requirements
  •  Preferred Experience:
  •  Previous data center, micro-grid, and field service experience.
  • MV mining experience is also acceptable.
  •  Certified Journeyman Electrician or Master Electrician preferred.
  •  Protection relay experience or certifications are a plus.

QUALIFICATIONS, SKILLS, COMPETENCIES, AND ABILITIES

• Ability to speak, read, write, and comprehend fundamental English.

• Ability to operate testing equipment (Megger, Multimeter/Process Meter, Amp probe, High Pot, Test Unit, etc.)
• Ability to read and understand wiring diagrams and schematics.
• Ability to attend, participate, and complete the scheduled New Hire Safety training, including but not limited to H2S, Powered Industrial, and basic First Aid and CPR training.
• Attends and completes annual safety and recertification training.
• Ability to work a minimum of 12-hour shifts for 14 consecutive days.

• Ability to successfully work within a team environment to complete assigned tasks.
• Ability to learn in a fast-paced environment, adapt to change, and be receptive to new instructions.
• Ability to abide by all safety and procedural policies produced by LCP.
• Ability to take instructions well and positively interact with other employees within the framework of assigned work groups.
• Demonstrates intermediate interpersonal communication skills.
• Possess intermediate skills in mechanics and mathematics aptitude.
• Possess fundamental proficiency in Microsoft platforms (Office, Teams, PowerPoint, Word, Excel)..

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS/WORK ENVIRONMENT

The physical requirements and work environment outlined herein are indicative of those that an employee must fulfill to perform the essential duties of this position effectively. Reasonable accommodations may be provided to facilitate individuals with disabilities in executing these core responsibilities. Daily activities necessitate walking, sitting, climbing, bending, reaching, and squatting or kneeling. The work environment may involve exposure to hazardous substances, operational conditions, sound levels reaching up to 85 decibels, and adverse weather conditions, including typical and atypical outdoor elements as well as extreme cold and hot temperatures. Due to these conditions, employees are mandated to wear company-approved personal protective equipment (PPE), such as fire-retardant coveralls, arc-flash suits, safety helmets, steel-toe boots, safety glasses, hearing protection, high-voltage gloves, and impact-resistant gloves, and must adhere strictly to all safety policies. Medium Voltage Electricians are frequently required to lift heavy objects; therefore, they must be capable of lifting 49 lbs. unaided and between 50 to 100 lbs. when performing team lifts. Work hours may encompass early mornings, late evenings, and weekends, contingent upon the requirements of the job.

AAP/ EEO STATEMENT

• The Company is committed to ensuring equal employment opportunity for all employees and applicants, strictly adhering to all pertinent state and federal legislation. Our practices concerning employment, promotion, compensation, training, and termination are devoid of discrimination on the grounds of race, color, religious beliefs, age, sex, national origin, veteran status, disability, pregnancy, genetic information, or any other category protected by law. All personnel, including management and staff, are expected to fully uphold these nondiscriminatory policies.
•  All personnel engaged in field and shop roles, as well as prospective employees involved in activities that entail exposure to industrial environments—including, but not limited to, roles in shop or field operations—must possess effective communication and comprehension skills in English. This stipulation does not mandate exclusive use of English at the workplace nor restrict the use of other languages, provided that individuals can communicate and understand English adequately to fulfill the company’s expectations and achieve business objectives.

Proficiency in English comprehension is essential for employees to:

• Fully understand all health and safety communications.
• Possess an adequate level of knowledge regarding relevant equipment.
• Effectively interpret verbal and written communications from the company and colleagues.
• Comprehend all operational and safety procedures.
• Recognize alerts and emergency notifications, including responses to alerts, warnings, and emergencies.
• Understand the content of announcements and radio communications.
• Communicate effectively and independently with customers, supervisors, and colleagues.
• Prevent workplace accidents and injuries through effective communication.

The company has reviewed this job description to ensure essential functions and duties have been included. This list is not intended to be exhaustive of all functions, responsibilities, skills, and abilities.