Electrician

Basic Function

Primary duties include : troubleshooting, testing, and repairing of existing installations; maintaining AC motor switch gear and control systems;

installing electrical conduit and components in compliance with the latest edition of the NEC.

TESTING REQUIREMENT : All candidates must complete a Safety and Electrician Craft Specific Test at Tulsa Technology Center to be considered for this position.

Please schedule your test at Tulsa Tech using the website and instructions below :

Tulsa Tech Testing Website :

Additional Instructions for test scheduling : Under What type of test are you taking, please choose HF Sinclair Employee then under choose an exam, please choose HFS Electrician.

Testing date and time will be determined by candidate during scheduling.

Please complete your testing as soon as possible.

Job Duties

• Troubleshoot, repair or replace medium voltage (Ex. 480V and 4160V) lighting systems.
• Evaluate the condition of motor windings using test equipment (Ex. Baker Motor Tester)
• Test dielectric properties of a new barrel of transformer / starter oil is within specification
• Test phasing and voltage on power feeders, starters, and substations using 12,000-V Hot Sticks and other methods
• Test and troubleshoot problems on UPS system and repair or replace bad parts
• Test and troubleshoot electrical problems using appropriate test equipment and repair or replace bad cables, insulators, defective boards in control panel during schedule or unscheduled plant shutdown
• Test and perform preventive maintenance on 2300V motor starters and replace defective parts as needed
• Block out and disconnect motor for maintenance repair and reconnect and unblock motor upon completion of maintenance
• Perform substation switching, pole switching, etc., per procedures as directed by supervisor
• Run conduit and install conduit supports per Engineering Drawings using NEC Electrical Standards
• Troubleshoot and repair or replace bulbs, ballasts, and electrical fixtures.
• Operate test equipment and interpret test results in order to troubleshoot equipment, verify proper electrical connection, and / or provide requested data
• Use conduit equipment to cut, ream, thread and bend conduit
• Troubleshoot induction motor problems
• Locate, select, retrieve correct basic electrical parts in the shop area
• Perform various safety procedures including communicating any unsafe conditions and ensure all work and operations are performed in accordance with safety policies and procedures, and participate in monthly safety walk through audits
• Maintain vehicle transportation clean and well maintained per manufacture recommendations.
• Required to keep up a clean and well-maintained company vehicle.
• Willingness to work extended hours outside of routine schedule; including weekends, holidays, etc.
• Knowledge of National Electric Code and Grounding requirements
• Control circuit trouble-shooting various low voltages up to 480v
• Infrared / thermography electrical switch gear and power line preventive maintenance
• Read and create wire diagram and schematics
• May lead contract electricians and helpers

Special assignments or tasks assigned to the employee by their supervisor, as determined from time to time in their sole and complete discretion

Experience

Two or more years of on-the-job experience required.

Education Level

A minimum of a High School degree or equivalent is required and Oklahoma Journeyman's License.

PREFERRED EDUCATION :

Associates degree preferred

Required Skills

Good verbal / written communication, computer literate, good mathematical & problem solving skills, ability to read & interpret various instructions, procedures, rules, and regulations.

Must have the ability to enter manways on towers, work in high places, and around high temperatures. Perform work of consistent quality and visual acuity (including color, depth perception, and field of vision).

Team player, self-starter, independent worker, good time management and analytical skills and priority setting ability.

Supervisory / Managerial Responsibility

None

Work Conditions

Field based

Physical Requirements

Must be flexible to changing schedule. Must be willing to work overtime as needed. Able to work rotating 12-hour shift schedules.

Able to work in adverse weather conditions. Must be able to grip, hold, operate various power tools and make precise hand and finger movements.

Able to lift up to 50 pounds. Able to lift, carry, climb, walk, stand, stoop, kneel, push, reach, climb stairs and ladders and have a sense of balance.

Able to hear alarms, emergency horns and make visual inspections. Able to wear and utilize negative and positive pressure breathing apparatus.