Power Plant Electrician

This Full time on site position offers great opportunities for career growth. Amentum is a global leader in advanced engineering and innovative technology solutions, trusted by the United States and its allies to address their most significant and complex challenges in science, security and sustainability. Our people apply undaunted curiosity, relentless ambition and boundless imagination to challenge convention and drive progress.

Our commitment s are underpinned by the belief that safety, collaboration and well-being are integral to success.

Amentum is seeking a Power Plant Electrician to support a unique US Navy program on the island of Diego Garcia. The Power Plant Electrician is tasked with maintaining, troubleshooting, and repairing electrical systems and equipment within the power plant to ensure safe and efficient plant operations.

• Performing electrical installations, maintenance, and repairs on power generation systems and related equipment.
• Inspecting, troubleshooting, and diagnosing malfunctions in electrical circuits, wiring, systems, and equipment in the power plant.
• Installing, maintaining, and repairing complex electrical equipment such as transformers, generators, control panels, and distribution systems.
• Ensuring adherence to electrical codes, regulations, and safety protocols during all operations.
• Conducting regular inspections and preventive maintenance to prevent equipment failure.
• Reading and interpreting blueprints, schematics, and wiring diagrams related to power systems.
• Documenting work, including maintenance activities, repairs, and technical data in compliance with standard operating procedures.
• Collaborating with supervisors and other maintenance personnel to manage priorities and ensure uninterrupted power plant operations.
• Required to comply with all occupational safety and health standards, rules, and orders applicable to their actions and conduct.
• The role demands consistent, proper use of personal protective equipment (PPE), proactive reporting of workplace hazards, and total adherence to safety protocols to maintain a zero-injury environment.
• Perform other job-related duties as assigned that are consistent with the nature and level of the position.

• Successfully completed a three-year apprenticeship program in electrical trades or power systems.
• Minimum of three (3) years of documented practical experience in electrical trades, specifically in power plant or related industrial environments.
• Strong knowledge of power plant systems, electrical components, and related safety standards.
• Proficiency in using electrical tools, meters, and diagnostic equipment to perform repairs and testing.
• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Must be able to speak, read, and comprehend English to the extent that they can perform the contract requirements and comply with installation emergency procedures.
• Must be in possession of a valid passport and be able to travel internationally. Passport must be valid for a minimum of one (1) year or more at the time of hiring.
• Ability to obtain country-specific visas per the U.S. Department of State Foreign Clearance Guide.
• Must successfully pass contract medical requirements and maintain requirements for the duration of deployment.
• Must be able to obtain and maintain facility credentials/authorization.

• Certifications in electrical or power systems, or advanced technical training in power plant operations.
• Prior experience in OCONUS (Outside the Continental United States) or austere environments with multi-national work forces is preferred.
• Valid country driver's license.
• Excellent troubleshooting, time management, and communication skills.

• Safety
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  Amentum enforces a safety culture whereby all employees have the responsibility for continuously developing and maintaining a safe work environment. As appropriate, each employee is responsible for completing all training requirements, fulfilling all self-aid/buddy aid responsibilities, participating in emergency response tasks, and serving on safety committees and teams.
• Quality
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  Quality is the foundation for the management of our business and the keystone to our goal of customer satisfaction. It is our policy to consistently provide services that meet customer expectations. Accordingly, each employee must conform to the Amentum Quality Policy and carry out job activities in compliance with applicable Amentum Quality System documents and customer contracts.…