Electrical Systems Operator

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About this position:
Electrical Systems Operator in Wahiawa, HI The

Essential Duties and Responsibilities are intended to present a descriptive list of the range of duties performed for this position and are not intended to reflect all duties performed within the job. Other duties may be assigned. To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to satisfactorily perform each essential duty. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill and/or ability required.

Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the position. Wage/Salary Range: 60.00 per hr. Applicants will be notified via email or phone within ten business days regarding application status.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities The Electrical Systems Operator (ESO) operates and maintains systems and equipment including but not limited to breakers, substations, switch gear, power distribution units, motor control centers, uninterruptable power supplies, panel boards, variable frequency drives, generators, transformers, programmable logic controllers (PLCs) and a variety of other electrical equipment.

Use the Government’s electrical system management software, SCADA, to operate and control all electrical systems in a safe, efficient, and effective manner. Monitor controlled systems for performance and problems. Evaluate day to day operations on all electrical distribution components, generators, UPSs, switches, motor control centers, variable frequency drives and other monitored electrical systems. Coordinate plant changes with building management, maintenance, and operations personnel.

Observe and interpret readings on gauges, meters and charts which register various aspects of the system’s operation, adjusting controls to insure safe and efficient operation of the system and to meet demands for the service provided. Initiate immediate responses and system manipulations to alarms and emergency conditions to maintain uninterrupted system service to the maximum extent possible. Assists with directing and coordinating activities of other trades workers in performing tasks directly related to operating and maintaining the system or systems.

Coordinate system outages with Government personnel, critical use customers, maintenance personnel, and other vendors having activities that impact electrical systems. Provide daily plant status reports to reflect the condition of electrical systems. Conduct routine system tours to inspect and monitor maintenance activities, corrective actions, and outages. Provide technical expertise for troubleshooting and assist in all aspects of system repairs to ensure full functionality of electrical systems.

Proper use of the special precautionary techniques, PPE, including arc flash, insulating and shielding materials, and insulated tools and test equipment. Make timely notifications of facilities emergencies to all impacted parties and the Facility Watch Officer/Building Systems Manager. Respond to and/or dispatch facilities personnel to emergencies and routine service calls. Make corrections and assist with repairs as needed to restore systems to normal operations.

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