Electrical & Instrumentation Technician; E&I

Electrical & Instrumentation Technician (E&I)

Work with the Maintenance Team to ensure safe, reliable operation of electrical power, control, and instrumentation systems supporting production. The role is based at Thacker Pass, Nevada and reports to the Maintenance Supervisor. Occasional travel may be required.

• Perform maintenance activities with a safety‑first mindset, ensuring compliance with MSHA and OSHA regulations. Conduct safety inspections and promote a safety culture.
• Install, inspect, maintain, calibrate, troubleshoot, and repair low‑, medium‑, and high‑voltage electrical power systems, control systems, and instrumentation.
• Diagnose and resolve failures in motors, MCCs, switch gear, transformers, power distribution, PLCs, HMIs, VFDs, SCADA, and instrumentation.
• Execute preventive, predictive, and corrective maintenance per CMMS schedules, including loop checks, instrument testing, thermography, vibration analysis, insulation testing, and system commissioning.
• Read, interpret, and apply electrical schematics, one‑line diagrams, wiring diagrams, control logic, and technical documentation.
• Support electrical installations, control system upgrades, automation improvements, and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Comply with MSHA/OSHA regulations, site safety standards, electrical codes, and company procedures.
• Perform lockout/tagout (LOTO) procedures and verify zero‑energy states before work.
• Participate in job safety analyses (JSAs) and pre‑task risk assessments.
• Maintain housekeeping standards in electrical rooms and work areas.
• Document work performed, findings, and corrective actions in maintenance management systems.
• Coordinate with operations, planners, supervisors, and maintenance trades to minimize downtime.
• Provide technical support during equipment breakdowns and production interruptions.
• Assist with training, mentoring, and guidance for junior technicians.
• Build trusted relationships across teams and uphold company purpose, vision, and values.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

• Journeyman Electrician, Electrical Technician, or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• 3–5 years of electrical and instrumentation experience in mining, chemical manufacturing, heavy industrial, or process environments.
• Strong troubleshooting skills across electrical power distribution, control systems, and industrial instrumentation.
• Working knowledge of electrical schematics, one‑line diagrams, wiring diagrams, and control logic.
• Proficient in lockout/tagout (LOTO) procedures and zero‑energy verification.
• Familiarity with MSHA and/or OSHA regulations, electrical codes, and industrial safety standards.
• Ability to work a flexible schedule including days, nights, weekends, overtime, and on‑call rotations.
• Physically capable of lifting up to 50 lbs., working at heights, and in confined spaces.
• Ability to wear required PPE, including arc‑flash and respiratory protection.
• Personal commitment to Lithium Americas’ purpose, vision, and values.

Our people are our most valuable asset. We offer a collaborative and inclusive work environment with opportunities for long‑term growth and skill development. We are committed to building a diverse and respectful workplace and strongly encourage applications from all backgrounds.

Lithium Americas is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We do not discriminate based on race, gender, disability, age, veteran status, religion, sexual orientation, or any other protected status. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment.