Title: High Voltage Electrician Apprentice (Hydro)
Pollock Pines, CA, US, 95726-1500
Minimum Pay Rate: $42.25
Maximum Pay Rate: $61.74
Apply by Date: 05/08/2024
Posting Type: Open
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 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:
- Describe your experience working on high voltage equipment. Where did you acquire the experience?
- List test equipment you have used in either troubleshooting or maintenance of high voltage equipment.
- Describe your experience using personal protective grounds. Describe 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.
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
Sacramento Municipal Utility District (SMUD) - Who We Are
As the nation's sixth-largest community-owned electric service provider, we're proud of our reputation as one of the best places to work in Sacramento. Our employees tell us in our engagement surveys they're "Happy, satisfied and engaged" which helps create a workplace that best serves our customers. Sacramento was named as the 2nd happiest place to work in America by Forbes Magazine. Lake Tahoe, San Francisco and the world-renowned Napa Valley are within easy driving distance of our locations.
California Equal Pay Act
Diversity, equity and inclusion (DE&I) are a part of who we are and how we do things. Supporting efforts that promote pay equality is part of that. Salary placement for the selected candidate will be determined in alignment with the California Equal Pay Act or the applicable MOU. Determination for salary placement of internal candidates will be made without respect to current classification or compensation and will be based upon the candidate's qualifications as compared to those performing substantially similar work. In the event there is a guaranteed pay progression outlined in an applicable MOU, the MOU takes precedence.
Our Commitment to Diversity & Inclusion
SMUD respects, values and celebrates the unique attributes, characteristics and perspectives that make each person who they are. Diversity and inclusion are guiding principles to deliver a culture that reflects the broader values of the community and our customers. Our Board's policy for Employee Relation sets our commitment to developing and maintaining a high quality, inclusive workplace that engages and inspires employees to commit to SMUD's purpose, vision and values.
Why Sacramento, California?
The capitol of California, Sacramento is the state's sixth-largest city, and the 35th largest in the U.S. Local universities include California State University, University of the Pacific's McGeorge School of Law, and the University of California, Davis and several competitive community colleges. The UC Davis Medical Center, a world-renowned research hospital, is one of more than a dozen hospitals and shared services centers in the Sacramento region. Part of the agriculturally rich Central Valley, Sacramento is at the forefront of the farm-to-fork food movement. Northern California is home to some of the country's top technology companies, including Google and LinkedIn, and a multitude of startups in many industries. Sacramento is home to the NBA Kings, the River Cats (AAA baseball),
the Republic FC (soccer) and the San Francisco Giants, NBA Warriors and NFL 49ers aren't far away. Sacramento offers an affluent liberal arts community with Broadway, Mondavi Center, Crocker Museum and summer musical theater to name a few.
On-Site
This role will be an on-site role that will require being in person at one of SMUD's campuses daily to complete work tasks.