Medium Voltage Technician (Calvert, AL, US) chez Outokumpu

 As a global leader in Stainless Steel, we're seeking a Medium Voltage Technician to be part of our Central Utilities team in Calvert, Mobile, Alabama. 

Objective: The Technician is responsible for maintaining, developing, dependable equipment matrices throughout our facility with a variety of predictive and proactive measures with a high focus on working safe.. All safety programs (i.e.: green cards, Safe start, etc.) is mandatory to show ownership in keeping all site personnel safe.                 

Education, and Experience: 

• High School Diploma or GED Equivalent required
• Associates degree in Electrical Technology or higher
• +4 years’ experience working as Medium Voltage Technician
• Advance knowledge and demonstrate experience in medium voltage distribution systems
• Skilled at interpreting protective coordination studies, testing and configuring protective relays
• Familiar with Arc flash and shock hazards of 35kV and below electrical equipment
• Experience doing Maintenance and testing of switchgears, circuit breakers, panel boards, transformers
• Experience working with  charge of motor controls, surge protection devices, metering, battery maintenance and testing
• Experience  working  with power monitoring and power quality
• Experienced at performing mechanical maintenance, overhaul and reassembly of medium and low voltage circuit breakers
• Experienced at electrical testing, including but not limited to primary current injection testing, resistance testing, dielectric testing, and thermal scans on medium and low voltage electrical systems
• Experienced on installation, commissioning and maintenance of low and medium voltage power distribution systems
• Experienced on installation and maintenance of high bay and exterior lighting systems (480V – 120V)
• Experienced on installation and maintenance of conduit and cable trays
• Experienced at utilizing electrical test sets to perform AC and DC high potential testing, transformer turns ratio testing, and other power system tests practices and procedures

 Competencies and skills:

• Strong in mathematics and science, such calculus, statistics, and other advanced subjects
• Highly analytical and detail-oriented.
• Advance logical and numerical skills
• Design skills
• Presenting technical information
• Working safe is paramount

Main Accountabilities:

• Protective relay maintenance for low voltage/medium voltage distribution systems.
• Maintenance of high bay and exterior lighting systems.
• Perform emergency troubleshooting of power distribution systems
• Perform highly complex service upgrades, reconditioning, retrofits, etc.
• May provide expert advice, training and technical assistance to support staff and train other employees.
• Able to work at extreme heights up to 200 feet in areal lift

Shared Accountabilities

• Support Area Department Management Teams
• Collaborate with departmental engineers and support staff

Physical Requirements: 

• Ability to utilize personal protective equipment (hard hat, safety glasses, steel-toes shoes, goggles, respirator, safety harness, safety line, flotation gear, etc.) safely per OSHA standards
• Must have the ability to climb in a safe manner (climbing as a minimum includes stairs and ramps) same as ability to walk long distances and demonstrate good balance on uneven terrain or maneuvering obstacles
• Ability to withstand exposure to elevated ambient temperature for extended periods of time
• Must be able to work in extreme heat
• Exposure to wet and/or humid conditions, vibrations, dust and asphalt
• Must be able to work in a high noise environment where the use of hearing protection is required
• Ability to frequently use hand or fingers to handle or feel objects/materials
• Ability to work in areas with strong magnetic fields
• Bend, twist, lift, stand, walk, reach, see, move, and hear as required by specific position 
• Ability to frequently reach with hands and arms
• Must be able to communicate utilizing radios, phones and/or intercom systems 
• Ability to perform physically demanding work including lifting and/or moving up to 50 lbs. utilizing proper lifting techniques
• Ability to safely use power and hand tools 
• Ability to safely operate powered industrial vehicles and equipment for tasks and diagnostic purposes, including overhead cranes. 
   

Salary rate: 34.27

What we offer:

•    Competitive benefit packages include health, dental, disability, life and voluntary insurance options.

•    Time to recharge through PTO plus paid holidays and parental leave.
•    Work-life balance with a flexible work schedule so you can focus on your professional and personal priorities.
•    Retirement plan and company matching 
•    Employee Assistance Program.

We are an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, age, citizenship, color, religion, sex, marital status, national origin, disability status, gender identity or expression, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. 
 If you need an accommodation to complete any part of the application process due to a disability or medical condition, you may call 251-281-3631 or email [email protected].