ENGIE is committed to reshaping the energy future through the global implementation of a lower carbon energy economy in order to preserve the world’s natural resources. We are looking for talented and driven people who are committed to making the vision a reality. In this role, theHigh Voltage Electrician will be responsible for the safe, legal, reliable, and cost-efficient operation and maintenance of the High Voltage Electrical System, supplying power to all University (including Medical Center), and hospital buildings. The High Voltage Electrician will also be responsible for the electrical power from PEPCO’s six incoming connections at 13,800 volts to the main low voltage switchboard in each building including electrical metering and the quality of the power. This position is located in Washington D.C. and reports to the High Voltage Supervisor.
What you’ll do:
- Review single-line drawings to operate the high voltage system in support of PEPCO, contractors, and our preventive maintenance program
- For this position, you must have evidence of right to work in the U.S. There is no employer sponsorship of U.S. residency or work authorization with this role.
- Support contractors in the preventive maintenance of all system components, circuit breakers, cable, transformers, relays, meters, and switchboards.
- Switch building power and 13 KV feeder distribution circuits in support of planned repairs and upgrading of equipment.
- Monitor power usage, install, test, repair, and read electrical meters and other recording devices.
- Operate, maintain, chiller switchgear, transformers, switches in the Heating/Cooling Plant. Maintain station batteries.
- Respond to unplanned emergency outages 24/7 affecting hospital, campus, and medical facility buildings on the High Voltage system. Assisting other departments needing our expertise.
- Willingness to develop technical proficiency in some software applications (Maximo, SAP, ADP etc.)
- Must have valid driver’s license.
What you bring:
- High School Diploma, or GED
- 2+ years’ experience as a journeyman electrician
- Knowledge of trade math
- Possess a DC Journeyman Electrician’s License
- Knowledge of the DC Electrical Code, National Electrical Code, the National Electrical Safety Code, and the Electrical Equipment Maintenance Code
- Electrical Safety Training
Additional Information/Conditions:
- Must be eligible to work for any U.S. employer without the need for sponsorship now or in the future
- Designated as an emergency employee and must report to work regardless of the university’s operating status.
- Must be capable of supporting snow removal operations
- Ability to adhere and understand NFPA 70E safety standards
- Ability to follow directions, when using designated high voltage protocols
- Requires the incumbent to operate commercial vehicles with a gross vehicle weight rating of 10K+ (e.g., tow trucks, box trucks, trash trucks, buses, lifts, etc.). As such, the incumbent must possess a medical card and/or certificate issued by the Department of Transportation (DOT), which is issued by a licensed “medical examiner,” after completion of a DOT physical examination
- Hard work ethic, self-starter, can-do attitude
- Work from drawings and be capable of systematically and logically locating the problem when drawings are not available
- Strong adherence to planned maintenance protocols
- Work with others to detect problems, implements and communicate solutions
- Work experience in some cable splicing or certifications
- Must be able to use all common hand tools, manual pipe benders, pipe threading machine, drill press, electric drills, hand drills, multimeters.
- Must be a champion the six guiding principles of the ENGIE team @Georgetown University as they are impacted by your position:
- Why is this good for the University?
- Think 50
- NPV Positive
- Holistic Approach
- Academic Collaboration
- Carbon Neutrality
- Must be willing and able to comply with all ENGIE ethics and safety policies
- The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate
- Outdoor work may expose the employee to weather conditions
- Ability to meet highest attendance requirements
- Ability to communicate effectively both written and verbally
- Ability to handle multiple assignments on a timely basis with a high degree of accuracy
- Work environment characteristics described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job
Why ENGIE?
ENGIE North America isn’t just participating in the Zero-Carbon Transition, we’re leading it! Join us as we develop energy that is renewable, efficient, and accessible to everyone.
Unite with us in leading the transformation of the world of energy! ENGIE is looking for talented and motivated individuals to create the future of energy and customer solutions. Join a rewarding and flexible work environment that encourages innovation and creativity to help customers meet their energy challenges today and in the future. Are you up for the challenge?
At ENGIE, our goal is to support, promote, and thrive on diversity, equity, and inclusion. We do so for the benefit of our employees, customers, products and services, and community. ENGIE is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace, and we are firmly committed to creating an equitable and inclusive environment for all employees.
We are committed to providing employees with a work environment free of discrimination and harassment. All employment decisions at ENGIE are based on business needs, job requirements, and individual qualifications. ENGIE is committed to providing equal employment opportunities regardless of actual or perceived race, color, creed, religion, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, age, sex or gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, and related medical conditions), gender identity, or gender expression (including transgender status), sexual orientation, marital status, civil union, or domestic partnership status, military service or veteran status, physical or mental disability, protected medical condition, genetic information, or any other legally protected category (referred to as “protected characteristics”) as defined by applicable federal, state or local law in the locations where we operate.
- Salary Range: $47,090 – $112,710 USD annually
- Actual salary offered may vary depending on geography, experience, education, internal pay alignment, or other bona fide factors
- In addition to salary, this position is eligible for a competitive bonus / incentive plan
- At ENGIE we understand that benefits matter, we offer competitive benefit options including medical, dental and vision coverage, life insurance, employer paid short-term and long-term disability insurance, paid vacation, holidays, sick leave, parental leave, and a 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan option with a company match
- More information can be found here: Discover our employee benefits
ENGIE complies with all federal, state, and local minimum wage laws.
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Business Unit: GBU Energy Solutions
Division: ESI NORTHAM
Legal Entity: ENGIE North America Inc.
Contract Type: Permanent
Job Type: Full – Time
Professional Experience: Junior (experience < 3 years)
Education Level: High School Diploma/GED/A Levels