Electrician

About the Role

Repairs electrical mining equipment and facilities at the Freedom Mine, the largest lignite, surface coal mine in the United States. The mine is located ten miles north of Beulah, North Dakota, near Lake Sakakawea, and has over 40 years of experience providing fuel for electricity generation.

Responsibilities

• Perform electrical inspections on mine equipment and record repairs and findings into inspection books.
• Read and understand parts books and manuals and use basic electrical test instruments.
• Maintain and repair low, medium, and high voltage electric systems safely.
• Connect, disconnect, and switch high voltage power cable.
• Install/remove power cable from high voltage mining circuits.
• Perform troubleshooting on AC and DC circuits.
• Perform job duties in accordance with MSHA law and regulations, established company safety procedures, and state and federal environmental regulations.
• Operate equipment to diagnose problems and test after repair.
• Operate light vehicles to travel throughout mine site.
• Maintain work area in a safe and clean manner.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Ability to read and interpret technical manuals and instructions, electrical prints, and schematics.
• Knowledge of National Electric Code and MSHA regulations.
• Knowledge of basic electricity and theory.
• Knowledge of high voltage switchgear and ability to safely operate it.
• Knowledge of basic electrical test instruments.
• Knowledge of PLCs and Variable Frequency Drives.
• Ability to communicate and work well with co-workers, supervision, and management.

Qualifications

• An associate’s degree in electrical and/or equivalent experience is required.
• MSHA Green Card certification or ability to obtain certification is preferred.

Physical Demands

Occasionally (0-1/3 of workday): Lift and/or carry 35 lbs. (tool bags, trail cable, various tools); push and/or pull 84 lbs. (trail cable); grip 65 lbs. (manipulating cable); pinch 15 lbs. (wires and small items); sitting (driving); climbing (ladders and entering/exiting vehicles); and elevated activities (lights and wiring).

Frequently (1/3-2/3 of workday): Hand coordination; standing and walking; bending and reaching; low level activity (cable and electrical boxes).

This position requires the ability to work indoors and outdoors in all weather conditions. Employees must be able to safely operate company vehicles/equipment and wear required personal protective equipment (PPE), including safety footwear, safety glasses, hard hat, and ear protection.