Maintenance Technician - Electrician

  Position Summary

 

The Electrician performs electrical and mechanical maintenance on plant equipment to ensure optimal efficiency, reliability, and overall facility condition. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience with high voltage systems (4160V and above), be comfortable working in an industrial environment, and possess a strong commitment to electrical safety, preventive maintenance, and continuous system reliability.

 

Responds to call-outs as needed to maintain plant availability. Responsible for the repair, replacement, installation, and removal of equipment and related systems.  Duties include inspecting maintenance clearances, troubleshooting, disassembling, reassembling, and replacing equipment components, as well as monitoring equipment performance and analyzing operating data. While primarily focused on corrective maintenance, they will also support preventive maintenance activities, including troubleshooting and assisting with procedure development and spare parts recommendations.

 

Supports planning efforts and inventory control by following proper requisition procedures for tools, parts, and supplies. Prepares reports as required by management and plant protocols. Maintains compliance with all local, state, and federal regulations, and ensures adherence to plant safety and operational procedures. Actively promotes and maintains a safe and orderly work environment.

 

 

Roles & Responsibilities

 

• Install, maintain, troubleshoot, and repair high voltage (HV) electrical equipment including transformers, switchgear, circuit breakers, and motor control centers
• Conduct routine inspections and perform preventative maintenance on HV systems
• Interpret and work from single-line diagrams, schematics, and control drawings
• Ensure all work complies with NEC, OSHA, NFPA 70E, and site-specific electrical safety standards
• Collaborate with engineering and operations teams on system upgrades and commissioning
• Accountable for tasks where errors can have significant consequences and may not be subject to direct oversight.
• Perform testing and calibration using megohmmeters, hi-pot testers, and other diagnostic tools
• Participate in LOTO (Lockout/Tagout) and arc flash programs
• Respond to plant emergencies and participate in on-call rotations as needed
• Frequently delivers hands-on training and mentorship in specialized technical areas to other team members.

 Key Qualifications

 

• High school diploma or equivalent; Journeyman Electrician License or completion of technical/vocational training is strongly preferred.
• Professional with 5+ years working directly with high voltage systems in an industrial, utility, or power generation setting, including a solid understanding of health and safety regulations.
• Extensive experience working in environments involving hazardous energy, chemicals, and waste materials, with demonstrated knowledge of safe handling, storage, and transportation practices.
• Proficient in use of electrical test equipment and interpretation of test results

 Additional Qualifications Desired

 

• Hands-on experience with maintenance of industrial steam boilers, battery storage systems, steam turbines or renewable energy
• Technical expertise may span across mechanical, electrical, and/or instrumentation and control (I&C) maintenance disciplines.
• Training in SCADA or PLC systems
• Experience with boiler operations and steam systems
• Experience with lifting equipment such as telehandlers and small cranes

 

Work Location:  Big Stone, South Dakota

 

Relocation assistance provided. In addition to a competitive pay rate, Antora Energy’s Total Rewards program includes equity compensation in the form of stock options, a premium health benefits package with life and disability insurance, a 401K plan with employer contributions, flexible spending accounts, and an industry leading paid-time-off policy that features flexible and inclusive holiday observance, as well as paid volunteer time off.

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