Lower Colorado River Authority
Hydro Operations Electrician II
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Job Description
- Req#: 498244
At LCRA, our Dam and Hydro Operations team is seeking an electrician to work at Buchanan and Inks dams located in Llano/Burnet, TX! This is a phenomenal opportunity to work at a non-profit organization and serve Central Texans with electricity and water supply. This position works with a small team that is responsible for the operation and maintenance of hydroelectric generators, floodgates, and powerhouses at both facilities. We are looking for someone experienced with medium voltage (6.9-13.8 kV) equipment and associated safety requirements. An understanding of power generation principles is a plus. The work we perform is important and our critical operations require 24-hour response for flood operations and unit repairs. Our mission is to enhance the lives of Central Texas and our teams are dedicated to service with safety as top priority!
You will be trusted to:
- Install, maintain, remove, inspect, test, and repair electric motors, generators, floodgates, 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 dams, power plants, or other installations. Record test results. Develop and prepares summary of test results in reports.
- Install and maintain lighting, and other types of electrical equipment at power plants, communications facilities, substations, pump houses, dams and other locations.You qualify with:
- Two or more years of experience in maintenance and/or construction of electrical power generation, transmission, distribution, substation and control equipment, and/or other types of electrical equipment, including experience reading blueprints or relevant experience. 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.
- Driver’s license required for incumbents assigned to the dam & hydro function.You are a great fit with:
- Electrical experience in medium voltage
- Knowledge of TDLR information/licensing.
- Apprentice License or aboveYou gain:
- 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
- Extensive learning & development programs
And more - all to create a compelling and rewarding work environment.
Equal Opportunity Employer
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 (512) 578-4004 or email lcra.benefits@lcra.org. Reasonable accommodations will be determined on a case-by-case basis.
About the company
The Lower Colorado River Authority is a nonprofit public utility created in November 1934 by the Texas Legislature.