Electrician
Job Location:
Job Location:
San Diego, CA - USA
Monthly Salary:
Not Disclosed
Monthly Salary:
Posted on:
15 days ago
Posted on:
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Vacancies:
Job Summary
Electrician
San Diego CA USA
Job Description
Summary:
The Electrician supports the safe reliable and efficient operation of a central chilled water plant serving mission-critical customer infrastructure. This role is responsible for maintaining and troubleshooting electrical power controls and instrumentation systems across plant equipment ensuring continuous uptime and operational excellence.
This position plays a key role in supporting Cordias commitment to building and operating resilient energy infrastructure that powers communities and critical environments.
Principal Responsibilities/Key Results Areas:
Maintain troubleshoot and repair electrical systems supporting chillers chilled water pumps condenser water pumps and cooling towers
Diagnose electrical and control issues on chillers including motors starters and protective devices
Maintain and troubleshoot variable frequency drives (VFDs) to optimize pump and fan performance
Perform preventive and predictive maintenance on switchgear motor control centers (MCCs) transformers and electrical distribution systems
Support continuous plant operations by ensuring reliable power delivery and system uptime in a 24/7 environment
Troubleshoot and maintain PLC-based control systems (e.g. Allen-Bradley Siemens) including I/O and communication networks
Interface with and support BAS/SCADA systems for monitoring trending and system adjustments
Calibrate and maintain field instrumentation including pressure temperature and flow transmitters
Interpret and work from electrical schematics one-line diagrams ladder logic and P&IDs
Work safely on low and medium voltage systems (e.g. 480V through 4.16kV or higher as applicable)
Troubleshoot motors breakers relays and control circuits
Perform equipment isolation switching and functional testing
Support electrical upgrades retrofits and commissioning activities
Adhere to and promote compliance with NFPA 70E OSHA and site-specific electrical safety programs
Execute lockout/tagout (LOTO) procedures and arc flash safety requirements
Participate in safety audits incident investigations and continuous improvement initiatives
Partner with operations and maintenance teams to rapidly diagnose and resolve system issues
Identify and implement opportunities to improve system reliability and energy efficiency
Accurately document maintenance activities findings and corrective actions
Knowledge Experience Education & Skills:
High school diploma or GED equivalent required
Valid state drivers license
Journeyman Electrician license or equivalent combination of education and experience
Preferred - Some industrial electrical experience in central plants district energy systems large-scale HVAC or utility environments
Experience supporting mission-critical or 24/7 operations strongly preferred
Ability to read and interpret complex technical drawings and documentation
Strong leadership ability; excellent communications skills including written verbal and motivational
Ability to interpret technical manuals prints instructions manufacturers data and equipment maintenance history
Ability to coordinate numerous activities under stress with poise safely and successfully
Possess an excellent working knowledge of operations and maintenance for efficient and effective production
Level of proficiency in Microsoft Excel Word and Outlook and familiarity with PowerPoint.
Physical Requirements and Working Conditions:
Sitting Frequently
Standing Frequently
Walking Frequently
Climbing/Balancing Occasionally
Reaching Occasionally
Stooping/Kneeling/Crouching/Crawling Occasionally
Lifting 1-25 lbs Occasionally
Lifting 25-50 lbs Occasionally
Lifting 50 lbs Rarely/Never
Talking Regularly
Hearing Regularly
Feeling/Touching Occasionally
Vision Close Peripheral Depth Ability to Adjust
Focus Regularly
Working Conditions:
Normal plant environment and/or out of doors work environment. Includes working at heights high ambient temperatures and high humidity areas at generating unit work locations
Requires operation of a motor vehicle; Valid State Drivers License
Regular extended and non-standard hours during critical issue resolution and to achieve project milestones
Occasional travel to Corporate locations and other company plants
Requires wearing personal protective safety equipment (respirators safety glasses hard hat appropriate footwear ear plugs fall protection etc.)
Requires working around rotating and energized equipment hazardous materials and chemicals
Job Details
Job Family
Prof. (Plant)
Pay Type
Hourly
Hiring Min Rate
38 USD
Hiring Max Rate
40 USD
San Diego CA USA
Job Description
Summary:
The Electrician supports the safe reliable and efficient operation of a central chilled water plant serving mission-critical customer infrastructure. This role is responsible for maintaining and troubleshooting electrical power controls and instrumentation systems across plant equipment ensuring continuous uptime and operational excellence.
This position plays a key role in supporting Cordias commitment to building and operating resilient energy infrastructure that powers communities and critical environments.
Principal Responsibilities/Key Results Areas:
Maintain troubleshoot and repair electrical systems supporting chillers chilled water pumps condenser water pumps and cooling towers
Diagnose electrical and control issues on chillers including motors starters and protective devices
Maintain and troubleshoot variable frequency drives (VFDs) to optimize pump and fan performance
Perform preventive and predictive maintenance on switchgear motor control centers (MCCs) transformers and electrical distribution systems
Support continuous plant operations by ensuring reliable power delivery and system uptime in a 24/7 environment
Troubleshoot and maintain PLC-based control systems (e.g. Allen-Bradley Siemens) including I/O and communication networks
Interface with and support BAS/SCADA systems for monitoring trending and system adjustments
Calibrate and maintain field instrumentation including pressure temperature and flow transmitters
Interpret and work from electrical schematics one-line diagrams ladder logic and P&IDs
Work safely on low and medium voltage systems (e.g. 480V through 4.16kV or higher as applicable)
Troubleshoot motors breakers relays and control circuits
Perform equipment isolation switching and functional testing
Support electrical upgrades retrofits and commissioning activities
Adhere to and promote compliance with NFPA 70E OSHA and site-specific electrical safety programs
Execute lockout/tagout (LOTO) procedures and arc flash safety requirements
Participate in safety audits incident investigations and continuous improvement initiatives
Partner with operations and maintenance teams to rapidly diagnose and resolve system issues
Identify and implement opportunities to improve system reliability and energy efficiency
Accurately document maintenance activities findings and corrective actions
Knowledge Experience Education & Skills:
High school diploma or GED equivalent required
Valid state drivers license
Journeyman Electrician license or equivalent combination of education and experience
Preferred - Some industrial electrical experience in central plants district energy systems large-scale HVAC or utility environments
Experience supporting mission-critical or 24/7 operations strongly preferred
Ability to read and interpret complex technical drawings and documentation
Strong leadership ability; excellent communications skills including written verbal and motivational
Ability to interpret technical manuals prints instructions manufacturers data and equipment maintenance history
Ability to coordinate numerous activities under stress with poise safely and successfully
Possess an excellent working knowledge of operations and maintenance for efficient and effective production
Level of proficiency in Microsoft Excel Word and Outlook and familiarity with PowerPoint.
Physical Requirements and Working Conditions:
Sitting Frequently
Standing Frequently
Walking Frequently
Climbing/Balancing Occasionally
Reaching Occasionally
Stooping/Kneeling/Crouching/Crawling Occasionally
Lifting 1-25 lbs Occasionally
Lifting 25-50 lbs Occasionally
Lifting 50 lbs Rarely/Never
Talking Regularly
Hearing Regularly
Feeling/Touching Occasionally
Vision Close Peripheral Depth Ability to Adjust
Focus Regularly
Working Conditions:
Normal plant environment and/or out of doors work environment. Includes working at heights high ambient temperatures and high humidity areas at generating unit work locations
Requires operation of a motor vehicle; Valid State Drivers License
Regular extended and non-standard hours during critical issue resolution and to achieve project milestones
Occasional travel to Corporate locations and other company plants
Requires wearing personal protective safety equipment (respirators safety glasses hard hat appropriate footwear ear plugs fall protection etc.)
Requires working around rotating and energized equipment hazardous materials and chemicals
Job Details
Job Family
Prof. (Plant)
Pay Type
Hourly
Hiring Min Rate
38 USD
Hiring Max Rate
40 USD
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