Maintenance Electrician - Atlanta, GA, USA
6 hours ago
Job description
MAINTENANCE ELECTRICIAN
We are seeking an experienced Maintenance Electrician with a Georgia Journeyman Electrician II Non-restricted license and strong high-voltage and industrial electrical experience within a water or wastewater treatment environment.
This position plays a critical role in ensuring the safe, reliable, and continuous operation of treatment facilities, pump stations, lift stations, and process equipment.
The ideal candidate brings outstanding troubleshooting skills, a strong safety mindset, and hands-on experience working with complex electrical, instrumentation, and control systems used in municipal utility operations.
RESPONSIBLITIES
Electrical Maintenance & Repair
Perform installation, maintenance, and troubleshooting of electrical systems up to 600V+, including MCCs, switchgear, VFDs, transformers, and motor control circuits.
Conduct preventive and corrective maintenance to minimize downtime and ensure operational efficiency.
Instrumentation & Controls
Maintain and troubleshoot SCADA, PLCs, HMIs, telemetry systems, and process control instrumentation.
Calibrate and repair sensors, transmitters, analyzers, and control loops related to flow, pressure, chemical feed, and water quality.
Facility & Equipment Support
Support electrical work across water/wastewater treatment plants, lift stations, pump stations, and distribution/collection infrastructure.
Participate in equipment installations, upgrades, and commissioning activities.
Safety & Compliance
Follow all OSHA, NFPA 70E, lockout/tagout, confined space, and facility safety practices.
Maintain accurate maintenance documentation in CMMS systems.
Ensure adherence to electrical codes, utility standards, and site SOPs.
Team Collaboration
Work closely with operators, mechanics, and SCADA/controls specialists to resolve operational issues.
Provide input on equipment condition, asset reliability, and improvement initiatives.
QUALIFICATIONS
Unrestricted/Unlimited Journeyman Electrician License (state-issued).
3+ years of electrical experience in industrial, utility, water, or wastewater environments.
Demonstrated experience working with high-voltage systems
Strong knowledge of NEC, NFPA 70E, and electrical safety practices.
Experience with MCCs, VFDs, breakers, relays, motor controls, and industrial power distribution.
Ability to read and interpret electrical schematics, wiring diagrams, and plant drawings.
Valid driver's license.
Experience with SCADA/PLC troubleshooting (Allen-Bradley, Siemens, GE, etc.).
Instrumentation & controls background (I&C, HMI, transmitters, analyzers).
Water or wastewater operator certifications (optional but highly valuable).
CMMS experience
Physical RequirementsAbility to lift 50+ pounds frequently. Ability to climb ladders, access confined spaces, and work in industrial plant environments. Ability to work in varying weather conditions and respond to after-hours emergencies.
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