CRAFT ASSISTANT - CRAFT TECHNICIAN - Facility Operations at Southwest Research Institute

Who We Are:

The Facility Operations Electrical group has three main responsibilities. These include planned and unplanned maintenance and repairs for SwRI's utility infrastructure, which encompasses a 40Mw medium voltage Main station, 14 substations, and related infrastructure. Additionally, we handle daily routine and 24/7 emergency maintenance and repairs for building and grounds' power and lighting systems rated 600V and below. Also offeeds design/build services for special projects, project management, engineering services, and power quality monitoring and mitigation for clients throughout the campus.

Objectives of this Role:

• Demonstrate a willingness and capability to learn and execute tasks within the electrical trade.
• Interact with the Procore Maintenance system to log daily achievements, generate reports, and input or retrieve data.
• Utilize the Learning Management System for training purposes.
• Complete daily timesheets and submit project material orders to prevent work stoppages.
• Understand and adhere to verbal and written safety guidelines, instructions, rules, and procedures.
• Incorporate safety processes into daily activities, covering aspects such as housekeeping, tool and material storage, and proper lifting techniques.
• Proficiently use a work phone and computer for reporting and administrative tasks.
• Demonstrate the ability to utilize, create, and modify Microsoft Office documents and complete a daily timesheet.

Daily and Monthly Responsibilities:

• Adhere to lockout-tagout procedures, utilizing basic hand tools, ladders, lift equipment, trade materials, and vehicles to ensure the safe completion of work without harm to oneself, others, equipment, or the environment.
• Engage in heavy physical labor, demonstrating the ability to work under challenging conditions, including extreme climates with exposure to heat, cold, rain, and temperature extremes. Work in hazardous environments with high noise, chemicals, and fumes.
• Possess proficient knowledge of tasks, materials, processes, and electrical installation tools. Understand and adhere to the installation requirements of the National Electric Code.
• Select and install appropriate wiring methods, overcurrent protection devices (OCPD), wire sizing.
• Demonstrate comfort working at heights, using ladders and lifts.
• Respond promptly to electrical requests and meet installation deadlines.
• Work effectively both independently and collaboratively with other personnel to ensure the efficient completion of activities and tasks.
• Communicate proficiently with peers and clients, following instructions from supervisors, lead personnel, and project leaders.

Requirements:

• Requires a high school diploma or equivalent.
• Classes or coursework related to algebra 1, trade coursework, or apprenticeship program is preferred.
• Shift work required.
• 1 to 5 years: Electrical or similar trade work experience.
• Acquired knowledge of tasks, materials, processes, and tools associated with the electrical trade with ability to perform math, read equipment manuals, blueprints exhibit a moderate skill level in repair, and maintenance.
• Must be able to operate SwRI golfcart, vehicles, and trailers safely and follow all driving safety standards.
• A valid/clear driver's license is required.