Electrical Technician Underground

General Description:
The Underground Electrician is responsible for the removal, repair, and installation of electrical components and basic to intermediate troubleshooting while working under minimal supervision.
Key Responsibilities:
Safe completion of routine and non-routine repairs and construction
Perform preventative maintenance, installation and repair of industrial electrical and instrumentation equipment such as substations, power distribution systems, switchgear motors, motor controls, system and components, instrumentation, and pneumatic equipment
Receive oral or written instructions from supervisor, including wiring diagrams and/or schematics, and select required materials and equipment to perform the job
Work collaboratively with other trades personnel and crew members
Inspect electrical systems, equipment, and components to identify hazards, defects, and the need for adjustment or repair, and to ensure compliance with current regulations
Ensure all required logbooks are maintained and updated. Submit oral and written reports relevant to job duties
Troubleshoot equipment using a digital multimeter and by referring to wiring diagrams and schematics
Other duties as assigned

Education, qualifications and experience:
Electrical license preferred
Completion of an approved certified electrical and/or instrumentation program
2+ years of experience working with high voltage systems
Must be familiar with PLCs, VFDs, Soft-Start and basic operational control system circuitry
Previous underground experience preferred