Job Description SummaryThe GE Grid Solutions GSI North America group is currently seeking a Senior Power Transformers Master Electrician Reporting directly to the Field Services Team Leader for the Power Transformers (PTR) Group. The incumbent will be responsible for detail-oriented collaboration with the clients and engineering groups, to ensure the erection & commissioning and maintenance of PTR systems throughout the North Americas. The role will also be responsible for training and supporting colleagues in performing essential tasks related to PTR installation, wiring, upgrades and services processes and procedures to ensure all safety and quality procedures are followed to meet our customer’s expectations.
Highlights on the position:
• Regional and national travel required across all the North America.
• Long term installation projects which provide rotational schedules with four weeks on site and one week working at home throughout project life cycle.
• Position provides a guaranteed base salary compensation plus eligibility for overtime and per diem.
• Typical On-site work activities are 12-hour days, up to six days per week.
• Emergency call out services may be required to support our customers year-round 24x7 production requirements.
• Position would be assigned to or will be based out of our service center in Humble/Houston Texas area.
Job DescriptionEssential Responsibilities
The core duties of a master electrician in this specialized field include:
- Installation & troubleshooting of control cabinet electrical components that may also require testing, troubleshooting and wiring of breakers, relays, contactors, fans and other associated electrical components.
- Diagnosis and Repair: Systematically identify, diagnose, and repair faults in power transformers, switchgear, protective relays, and associated control systems.
- Maintenance: Develop and execute preventative maintenance programs for electrical infrastructure to ensure optimal performance and compliance with industry standards like NETA and IEEE.
- Technical Interpretation: Read, interpret, and modify complex electrical schematics, blueprints, single-line diagrams, and technical manuals.
- Safety and Compliance:
- Uphold strict adherence to high-voltage safety procedures, Lockout/Tagout (LOTO) protocols, and the latest National Electrical Code (NEC), National Fire Protection Association (NFPA), and OSHA regulations.
- Leadership and Training: Supervise, train, and mentor junior electricians and apprentices, coordinating work schedules and ensuring all work meets quality and safety standards.
- Project Management: Collaborate with engineers, clients, and contractors on system upgrades and new installations, including preparing documentation, reports.
Required Qualifications
- License: A valid Master Electrician license is required (specific state or jurisdiction requirements apply).
- Experience: requires a minimum of 10 years of industrial or utility-scale electrical experience, with a minimum of 5 years focused specifically on substations and transformer systems.
Desired Characteristics
- Technical Skills: Expertise in high-voltage systems (up to 34.5kV or higher), control cabinet testing, fault isolation, and the use of advanced diagnostic tools (e.g., oscilloscopes, ammeters, voltmeters).
- Soft Skills: Strong problem-solving, communication, and leadership skills, with the ability to work independently and manage field teams.
Work Environment
Master electricians in this field work in industrial settings, data centers, utility power plants, or large commercial facilities. The role may involve significant travel, physically demanding tasks, and exposure to varying environmental conditions and high-voltage hazards, necessitating strict adherence to safety protocols
