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Posted: 17-Jan-25
Location: Pollock Pines, California
Type: Full Time
Salary: $42.25 - $61.74 per hour
Years of Experience:
Internal Number: 1883
The intent of this job posting is to establish an eligibility list which may be used to fill current and future, permanent and limited-term, vacancies for up to two (2) years. You must clearly demonstrate, on your resume, that you possess the knowledge, skills and experience required in the minimum qualifications listed in this posting. In order to qualify for the advanced apprentice level, applicant must show completion of at least to two years of a recognized apprenticeship program, or equivalent experience as it relates to the essential job functions for this position.
SMUD delivers power to more than 1.4 million customers throughout the Sacramento area. As a community-owned, not-for-profit electric service, we have been providing low-cost, reliable electricity for over 70 years. We are a recognized industry leader and award winner for our innovative energy efficiency programs, renewable power technologies, and for our sustainable solutions for a healthier environment. Through the efforts of the 2,200 people that power us, we work 24/7 to keep the lights on and provide our customers with innovative energy solutions. We're one of the region's largest employers, with a reputation for attracting, developing, and retaining some of the most talented employees around.
Power Generation is seeking a High Voltage Electrician Apprentice at our Hydro Generation Operation Facility (Fresh Pond) located approximately 60 miles east of Sacramento, 15 miles east of Placerville.
*COVER LETTER REQUIREMENT* To be further considered for this position you are required to respond to the following questions in the cover letter portion of your application. Failure to submit a cover letter answering the required questions may preclude you from moving forward in this process:
- List any apprenticeship program you've completed and/or any relevant experience working with high voltage equipment.
- List test equipment you have used in troubleshooting and/or maintenance of electrical equipment.
- Do you have experience using personal protective grounds? If so, describe the proper way to install personal protective grounds.
Purpose
An Apprentice High Voltage Electrician learns and assists in performing skilled mechanical and electrical work in and about electric substations, underground systems, and power generating plants.
Nature and Scope
The Apprentice High Voltage Electrician is concerned primarily with learning the skills involved in the installation and field maintenance of electrical equipment utilized in the electric utility industry.
Duties and Responsibilities
- Follow all safety policies, procedures, practices, and exercise caution when performing duties.
- Under general supervision, the Apprentice High Voltage Electrician will be assisting with the installation and removal of conduit, fittings, circuit breakers, transformers, voltage regulators, switchboard meters, relays, control panels, and termination and splicing of wire and cable.
- Learning to test and service batteries; test, repair, and overhaul motors, generators, breakers, motor operated disconnects, and transformers.
- Work in the construction, maintenance, and repair of distribution and transmission substations; pull wires and cables; lay out, measure, cut, install, and splice cable in distribution and transmission stations.
- Inspect the work of outside construction vendors/workers; and perform various calculations related to electrical measurements such as voltage, current, power and angles.
- Responding in a timely manner to emergency conditions/outages.
- Requires climbing ladders and steel structures.
- Learning the switching that is done under direction from dispatch.
- Operating District vehicles in the course of performing job duties.
- Performs other related duties as required.
Required Education
- Attend classes after normal working hours on a non-paid basis in order to obtain skills and/or knowledge required on the job; willingness to learn and operate a variety of tools/equipment/vehicles; must complete the Electrician/Cable Splicer apprenticeship training program requirements in order to advance to the journey level.
Knowledge Of
- Mathematics, including algebra and trigonometry functions; and, basic electrical terminology and theory.
Skills To
- Effectively communicate orally and in writing; use basic hand and power tools; basic computer skills; remember and follow written and oral instructions; read and interpret written instructions; complete forms, requisitions, and reports; develop and maintain effective working relationships; learn to perform work at heights, in vaults, and manholes below ground in a safe manner; learn to perform required math calculations, including algebra; climb; and distinguish colors.
Desirable Qualifications
Experience with the following:
- Hydro Generation Equipment
- High Voltage - 4KV, 69KV, 230KV
- High Voltage Breakers - Oil Circuit Breakers - SF6 Breakers - Vacuum Breakers
- High Voltage Step-up Transformer Maintenance
- Electrical Schematics and Print Reading
Required Licenses/Certificates
- Must possess and maintain a valid California Driver’s License (CDL) and a satisfactory driving record (not more than two moving violations in the last two years).
Required Education
- Attend classes after normal working hours on a non-paid basis in order to obtain skills and/or knowledge required on the job; willingness to learn and operate a variety of tools/equipment/vehicles; must complete the Electrician/Cable Splicer apprenticeship training program requirements in order to advance to the journey level.
Required Licenses/Certificates
- Must possess and maintain a valid California Driver’s License (CDL) and a satisfactory driving record (not more than two moving violations in the last two years).
Desirable Qualifications
Experience with the following:
- Hydro Generation Equipment
- High Voltage - 4KV, 69KV, 230KV
- High Voltage Breakers - Oil Circuit Breakers - SF6 Breakers - Vacuum Breakers
- High Voltage Step-up Transformer Maintenance
- Electrical Schematics and Print Reading