Substation Electrician II; On-Site

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You will be trusted to:

• Install, maintain, remove, inspect, test, and repair electric motors, generators, electrical circuit breakers, condensers, transformers, switches, communication systems, and electrical and electronic control equipment and wiring.
• Locate and repair failures in electrical and electronic circuits and equipment; install test apparatus on all electrical equipment. Implement solutions to electrical and electronic control system problems.
• Perform maintenance, repair and operational / diagnostic tests as required on all power apparatus in substations, power plants, or other installations. Record test results. Develop and prepare summary of test results in reports.
• Read/interpret blueprints and drawings, consults manuals, parts lists, etc., to assist in performing work. Keep drawings and schematics up to date and accurate.
• Operate and transport heavy equipment (e.g., backhoe, dump truck, small excavator and large excavator) in performing repair and maintenance tasks.
• Perform low-voltage and high-voltage switching according to standard procedures and in coordination with System Operations.
• Perform work by traveling independently or with a small crew to various locations (substations, power plants, etc.) as scheduled.

You qualify with:

• One or more years of experience in maintenance and/or construction of electrical power, transmission, distribution, substation and control equipment, and/or other types of electrical equipment, including experience reading blueprints.
• A degree(s) in electrical power theory, electronics, instrumentation, controls, industrial maintenance or relevant field may be substituted per LCRA guidelines for certain years of experience.
• Class A Texas commercial driver’s license

Competitive salary & medical, dental, vision and legal insurance

Paid time off, including time for vacation, sick and family care leave

401(k) match up to 8% that includes a student loan 401(k) contribution program option

Life and disability insurance

Wellness program including wellness incentive

And more - all to create a compelling and rewarding work environment.

LCRA provides equal employment opportunities and a work environment free of discrimination and harassment. All employment decisions at LCRA are based on business need, job requirement and individual qualifications, without regard to race, color, religion, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, sexual orientation, genetic information, or veteran status in accordance with applicable federal and state legal requirements governing nondiscrimination in employment.

LCRA is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to job applicants with physical or mental disabilities. Applicants with a disability who require a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application or hiring process can contact LCRA Human Resources  or email lcra.benefits. Reasonable accommodations will be determined on a case-by-case basis.

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• Austin, TX 78703

• Full-time

LCRA is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to job applicants with physical or mental disabilities. Applicants with a disability who require a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application or hiring process can contact LCRA Human Resources  or email lcra.benefits. Reasonable accommodations will be determined on a case-by-case basis.

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