MISS: Master Electrician Supervisor (Contingency Hire)
- Baghdad, Baghdād
- Houston, Texas
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Program Summary
The MISS program is a comprehensive initiative aimed at supporting the US Department of State’s operations in Iraq. In addition to providing ongoing base operations and Life Support Services, KBR will provide differentiated advisory and consultancy capabilities to the Iraqi Government with a focus on creating an effective program environment to support delivery of strategic economic planning, strategy development, feasibility studies, technical reviews and large-scale project management. Under this contract KBR will provide facility maintenance, procurement, critical supply functions, along with foodservice, base camp operations, renovations, construction, and medical services.
Job Summary
The Master Electrician will be based at a U.S. Facility in Baghdad, Iraq and serve the Operations and Maintenance Support Services (OMSS) contract in support of the U.S. Department of State. This position will be responsible for operation and maintenance of electric power generation and distribution equipment and will report to the Power Plant Supervisor. The Master Electrician will be responsible for maintenance and repair of the 11kv power grid, and its associated equipment throughout the site. Low Voltage electrical projects will also be required at times. The duties and responsibilities listed below are representative of the nature and level of work assigned and are not necessarily all inclusive.
Please note: This position is located in Baghdad, Iraq and is contingent on award.
Roles and Responsibilities
Responsible for maintaining a safe workplace and ensuring that safety is the highest priority in the workplace.
Comply with all Environmental Health & Safety and Quality Assurance requirements and goals. Provide information and materials to these divisions as necessary to ensure adequate and legal documentation.
Main task will be to ensure the entire 11Kv power grid and its associated equipment is operating correctly. This involves regular PM work on all transformer stations that include, cleaning transformers, oil sampling, taking temperature and pressure readings, ordering materials, replacing/ repairing nonfunctioning electronics and UPS systems, thermal imaging, etcetera.
Generate reports with results of PM Inspections.
Electrical grid needs altered throughout the year for maintenance and load balancing purposes. MV electrician in coordination with the power plant is responsible for adjusting the MV grid as necessary.
Assisting the 26MW Power Plant when requested with PM duties such as insulation testing, diode testing, HHRG inspections, cleaning of equipment and annual switchgear maintenance.
Test and repair medium voltage instrumentation and controls, switchgear and protection systems as needed.
Preform Insulation Testing, High Potential Testing and Test Transformer Ratio Values.
Maintain and repair Automatic Transfer Switches as needed.
New construction of power generation sites ensuring a code compliant, safe installation.
Interpret electrical diagrams, manuals, and schematics for the site / specialized equipment. Diagnose, analyze, and repair faults throughout the MV system.
Responsible for ensuring replacement parts are in stock in case of equipment failures or blown fuses.
Report any malfunctions or lack of compliance with Statement of Work (SOW) to the Electrical Supervisor. If the Electrical Supervisor cannot resolve the issue the Chief Engineer should be notified.
Assist in diagnosing issues with switchgear PLC control and auxiliary control systems when required.
Perform fault analysis, implement ANSI, IEEE, and IEC standards.
Perform condition assessments for numerous transformers, electrical insulation, switches, and breaker panels to identify problems before they lead to system failure.
Assist in developing Statements of Work when requested, to including diagrams and specifications in compliance with Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) and National Electric Code (NEC) standards.
Collect, analyze, and summarize data for report preparation.
Responsible for facility custodianship of work area and management of tools, equipment, and spare parts for the medium voltage distribution system.
Take initiative to analyze a situation and to make frequent technical decisions based on specifications, safety, and electrical codes.
Evaluate operational effectiveness and develop/maintain effective operational control mechanisms.
Make written plans and coordinate so everyone involved is aware of changes to the system.
Assist Low Voltage Electricians when required.
Perform additional duties and projects as assigned.
Basic Qualifications
A high school diploma or GED.
Completion of an Apprentice program with a Master Electricians License.
Five (5) years’ MV electrical experience in operations and maintenance services.
Master Electrician License Recognized by 1 (one) of the US 50 (fifty) States.
Experience working in confined spaces.
Experienced with splicing Ethyl Propylene Rubber (EPR), cross-linked polyethylene (XLP), and multi-conductor MV cables.
Experience working with 600 Amp dead break connections; 200-amp load-break terminations and heat shrink & cold shrink applications.
US Citizen
US Passport with minimum one plus year validity remaining.
Must have valid driver’s license and clean driving record.
Must be able to pass a pre-employment background check and drug screen.
Must currently possess a U.S. Government (USG) issued Secret security clearance and/or a favorable USG Moderate Risk Public Trust (MRPT) certification prior to being hired is required for the position.
Must maintain eligibility at the required clearance or certification level for the duration of the task order.
Preferred Qualifications
Previous international experience and previous work experience in harsh environmental conditions.
Experience working withing Government Contracts.
Must have effective communication skills (written/verbal) with exceptional problem resolution abilities.
Ability to work in a fast-paced environment that requires handling multiple tasks at a given time and rapidly adapting to changing priorities and schedules.
Expert computer skills, specifically Microsoft Project, Word and Excel.
Ability to become an active and functioning member of a team.
Ability to be innovative and be an agent for change.
Good organizational and communication skills with the ability to exercise sound judgment and make decisions independently.
Knowledge of principles and processes involved in supporting contract responsibilities at an overseas facility.
Demonstrated working knowledge of physical plant and building operations for a comparable facility.
Ability to work independently and handle multiple projects.
Excellent analytical, organizational, problem solving and time management skills.
Expert computer skills, specifically Microsoft Word and Excel.
Good verbal and written communication skills to direct employees, prepare reports for upper management and facilitate/disseminate information.
Ability to interact with staff at all levels from craft persons to senior executives.
KBR Benefits
KBR offers a selection of competitive lifestyle benefits which could include 401K plan with company match, medical, dental, vision, life insurance, AD&D, flexible spending account, disability, paid time off, or flexible work schedule. We support career advancement through professional training and development.
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