• Job Description

  Req#: 519004

  This Opportunity

  LBS is seeking a full-time Electrician Journeyman in Iraq in support of LOGCAP V. Join our team and grow with us as we provide best in-class services that help clients solve their most complex challenges.

  Your Impact

  • Serve under the direction of the Site Manager and in Site Manager’s absence under the direction Assistant Site Manager/QA-QC, to operate and maintain all low voltage distribution networks and power plant electrical equipment, electrical distribution equipment, and train other electricians/apprentices.
  • Lead electrical teams or line crews to perform routine installation maintenance, and repairs on electric power control equipment, distribution lines, or electric-generating equipment in accordance with the NEC and local codes. In communication with the Power Plant Manager acts as the Senior Electrician and/or team lead:
  • Promote and maintain safety following established safe work practices and procedures.
  • Assist the utility power electrician in the location and rectification of faults on the overhead and/or underground high voltage networks during power interruptions.
  • Assist electrical teams or line crews to perform routine installation maintenance, and repairs on high voltage switchgear, distribution networks, or diesel power generators.
  • Work on power cables, transformers, insulators, and control equipment such as switches, circuit breakers, and panels. This includes collecting transformer oil samples that are tested for contamination as well as cleaning up contaminated sites.
  • Install and connect transformers and make hot taps and splices.
  • Assist the utility crew to install underground cable, conduit, and ductwork. Install transformers; string lights and power wires on cross arms and through ducts and manholes; make electrical connections; and splice cables.
  • Erect and replace poles; perform rigging on high voltage motors, transformers, and compressors.
  • Use and maintain various hand and power tools of the trade; and may assist in the operation of aerial trucks and associated equipment.
  • Inform the Site Manager of the location of a failure, possible cause, and repairs required on the Distribution Network.
  • Ensure correct testing and isolation procedures are followed before working on de-energized electrical networks or associated systems.
  • Execute the company’s policy and procedure for proper and efficient operation of the power plants and distribution network.
  • Abide by and adhere to all requirements in General Order #1 in conformity with US military standards and practices.
  • As directed by the Site Manager.
  • Other duties as determined.

  Who You Are

  Required Qualifications

  • Must have computer skills and be able to operate a variety of computer programs.
  • Must possess trade certificate or valid license from home of record.
  • Must be able to speak, read and write English fluently
  • Must maintain a valid driver’s license from their home country with validity for 12 months from on-site employment date
  • Must maintain a valid passport from their home country with validity for 12 months from on-site employment date
  • Must satisfy and maintain CENTCOM MOD-17 medical requirements
  • Must be able to gain and maintain authorized entry onto US military installations.
  • To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential job duty satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform essential job functions.

  Additional Required Qualifications

  • Experience in the Installation, Operation, and Maintenance of Low Voltage Distribution Networks and associated Hardware and Switchgear.
  • Experienced working in international work environments in an expatriate or US military status.
  • Proactive nature and strong interpersonal skills in collaborating, communicating and working with (1) other senior managers and staff (to include home Office management team), (2) Local and International subcontractors; (3) Army Corps of Engineers military representatives; and (4) local officials as required.
  • Experience with Synchronized Diesel Power Generators.
  • Experience in installing and maintaining high voltage electrical distribution networks.
  • Experience in fault finding and rectifying in Underground and Overhead Distribution Networks.
  • Erect and replace poles; perform rigging on high voltage motors, transformers, and compressors.
  • Install and connect transformers and make hot taps and splices.
  • Assist the utility crew to install underground cable, conduit, and ductwork. Install transformers; string lights and power wires on cross arms and through ducts and manholes; make electrical connections; and splice cables.

  Role Characteristics

  • Great interpersonal skills.
  • Customer service oriented.
  • Team player.
  • Ability to multi-task.

• About the company

  Versar is a world-class, global project management company providing balanced solutions to the public and private sector in Environmental Services, Security Systems, Engineering and Construction, and Professional Services.

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