Electrician Journeyman

Energy & Utilities
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 5 years' experience in an electrical generation power plant or similar industrial environment.
  • At least 3 years' experience as a journeyman electrician or equivalent.
  • Completion of certified electrician apprenticeship or equivalent training must be documented.
  • Knowledge of AC and DC circuits, programmable logic controllers, and processors.
  • Ability to read blueprints.

Responsibilities

  • Perform electrical maintenance and repairs on power plant equipment.
  • Investigate faulty equipment operation and implement corrective measures.
  • Utilize tools and equipment necessary for job duties.
  • Execute assigned work that is similar or less-skilled.
  • Collaborate with team members to ensure safety and efficiency.

Benefits

  • Comprehensive health benefits package.
  • Retirement savings plan with company match.
  • Opportunities for professional development and training.
  • Paid time off and holidays.
  • Commitment to diversity and inclusion in the workplace.
Full Job Description
JOB TITLE: Electrician Journeyman

REQUISITION: FOS00IH

DEPARTMENT: La Cygne Generating Station

LOCATION: La Cygne, Kansas

PAY: $55.94

Headquartered in both Kansas City and Topeka, Evergy employs about 4,900 people who are dedicated to empowering a better future. We are recruiting candidates for an Electrician Journeyman at our La Cygne Generating Station. Please find below a list of the minimum requirements for the position. It is important the candidates address their qualifications in the documentation submitted for consideration.

JOURNEYMAN ELECTRICIANS- Performs electrical maintenance on and repairs to all types of power plant equipment. Investigates faulty equipment operation and applies corrective measures to all types of electrical equipment. Utilizes and maintains equipment or tools necessary to perform duties of the job. Performs other similar or less-skilled work as assigned.

Experience: Five years' experience in an electrical generation power plant or similar industrial concern with at least three years' experience working as a journeyman electrician or equivalent. Applicant must have successfully completed certified electrician apprenticeship or equivalent training. Successful completion of an electrician apprenticeship, equivalent experience, or equivalent training programs must be documented.

General: Demonstrable knowledge of AC and DC circuits and equipment, programmable logic controllers, and processors and the ability to read blueprints. Licensed to drive as required by state law.

Essential Job Functions:

Must be able to perform all essential functions as identified by the Company. Reasonable accommodations may be made upon request to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Education: High School or equivalent

Testing: Physical Abilities Test

Written and practical testing as required by Evergy

Evergy has a clear mission - To empower a better future. Evergy chooses to live this mission by valuing People First. We know that to lead the responsible energy transition and provide affordable, reliable, and sustainable service to our customers and communities, we need a team with a variety of backgrounds, perspectives and skills. We are committed to building a team where everyone - regardless of race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status - has a voice and can bring their best every day. Evergy is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace and is an affirmative action employer.

Disclaimer: The above information has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of employees assigned to this job.

About Great Plains Energy

Great Plains Energy Incorporated was a holding company based in Kansas City, Missouri that owned electric utility Kansas City Power and Light Company and Strategic Energy, LLC, an energy management company. KCP&L established the holding company on October 1, 2001. Great Plains acquired Aquila, Inc. in July, 2008. In 2014, it ranked #855 on the Fortune 1000 list. In 2016, Great Plains and Westar Energy announced merger plans, but this proposed merger was rejected by Kansas Corporation Commission utility regulators as unfavorable to Kansas consumers. A new merger plan with Westar was announced in 2017. As of May 24, 2018, this merger has been approved by both the Missouri Public Service Commission and Kansas regulators, with the combined company to be named Evergy. On October 7, 2019 the two operating companies officially changed names and rebranded to Evergy in the communities they serve.
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