Electrician

About the role

We are seeking a skilled and safety-focused Electrician to support a large-scale wastewater treatment plant and environmental remediation treatment systems. The ideal candidate will have experience installing, maintaining, troubleshooting, and repairing electrical systems and equipment in industrial, construction, manufacturing, mining, or heavy commercial environments. The Electrician is responsible for maintaining, troubleshooting, repairing, and installing electrical, instrumentation, and control system equipment supporting operation of the Questa Mine Wastewater Treatment Plant (WTP) and associated Water Collection System (WCS). This role works closely with operations, maintenance, instrumentation, and control system personnel to maximize plant reliability, safety, and regulatory compliance. This role is hands-on and requires a strong commitment to safety, quality workmanship, and collaboration with multidisciplinary field teams.

Responsibilities

• Install, maintain, troubleshoot, and repair electrical systems, equipment, controls, motors, and instrumentation.
• Interpret electrical drawings, schematics, blueprints, and specifications.
• Perform preventive and corrective maintenance on electrical systems and equipment.
• Troubleshoot, maintain, and repair motors, motor controls, MCCs, power distribution equipment, control panels, VFDs, lighting systems, and instrumentation systems.
• Assist the maintenance team with calibration, maintenance, and replacement of instrumentation and analytical equipment.
• Assist maintenance mechanics with maintenance and repair activities on rotating equipment and mobile equipment when needed.
• Diagnose electrical faults using testing and diagnostic equipment.
• Support startup, commissioning, and decommissioning activities for project facilities and equipment.
• Ensure all work complies with applicable electrical codes, site procedures, and safety requirements.
• Coordinate with operations, maintenance, engineering, and construction personnel to safely complete project objectives.
• Maintain accurate maintenance records, inspection reports, and work documentation.
• Participate in safety meetings, permit-to-work activities, job hazard analyses, and other site safety initiatives.
• Support emergency repairs and operational needs as required.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Journeyman Electrician license or equivalent trade certification preferred.
• Experience working as an electrician in industrial, energy, environmental, mining, manufacturing, or heavy commercial settings.
• Working knowledge of electrical systems including motors, motor controls, switchgear, transformers, lighting systems, and power distribution equipment.
• Ability to read and interpret electrical drawings and technical documents.
• Familiarity with applicable electrical codes and safety standards.
• Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills.
• Proficiency using Microsoft Office, maintenance documentation systems, and CMMS platforms.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience supporting environmental remediation, asset retirement, industrial maintenance, mining, or energy-sector projects.
• Experience with PLCs, instrumentation, VFDs, and automated control systems.
• OSHA 10, OSHA 30, MSHA, or similar safety training.
• Experience working at active industrial facilities or construction sites.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to work in indoor and outdoor environments and varying weather conditions.
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds.
• Ability to walk, stand, climb ladders, and work around industrial equipment.
• Ability to travel and work at project sites as required.