What are the responsibilities and job description for the Licensed Master Electrician position at Arc Power?
Summary
The Master Electrician is responsible for leading, installing, maintaining, troubleshooting, and repairing electrical systems across ARC Power’s industrial, and power-generation projects while ensuring strict safety and code compliance. They oversee electrical crews, equipment, inspections, and project execution while mentoring electricians and apprentices and supporting ARC Power’s commitment to quality, reliability, efficiency, and customer service.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
- Lead and oversee electrical crews on industrial and power-generation projects.
- Install, maintain, troubleshoot, inspect, test, and repair electrical systems and equipment.
- Ensure all electrical work is completed safely and in compliance with NEC, NFPA, OSHA, local codes, and project specifications.
- Read and interpret electrical blueprints, schematics, wiring diagrams, conduit drawings, grounding plans, and technical specifications.
- Troubleshoot complex electrical systems and equipment, including generators, switchgear, transformers, motors, controls, PLCs, and distribution systems.
- Assist with generator installations, commissioning, electrical connections, maintenance, and emergency troubleshooting.
- Coordinate electrical work with Foremen, Project Managers, customers, subcontractors, and other trades to maintain project schedules and productivity.
- Review project scopes and assist with estimating labor, materials, equipment, and manpower requirements.
- Inspect completed work to ensure quality, accuracy, and compliance with project requirements.
- Identify electrical hazards and ensure proper safety procedures, PPE, grounding, and lockout/tagout practices are followed.
- Provide technical guidance and support to electricians, apprentices, technicians, and field personnel.
- Train, mentor, and develop electrical employees to improve skills, safety, and workmanship.
- Assist with developing electrical procedures, inspection standards, preventative maintenance programs, and best practices.
- Identify opportunities to improve electrical operations, reduce downtime and rework, and increase efficiency and profitability.
- Provide technical support during customer meetings, inspections, commissioning, project closeouts, and emergency situations.
- Maintain accurate records of inspections, testing, repairs, maintenance, and project documentation.
- Stay current on electrical codes, industry standards, technology, and best practices.
- Promote ARC Power’s commitment to safety, quality, reliability, customer service, and continuous improvement.
- Perform other duties as assigned by management.
Qualifications & Requirements
- Valid Texas Master Electrician License required.
- Minimum 6 years of electrical experience, with strong experience in construction, industrial, or power-generation environments.
- Proven experience leading and supervising electrical crews.
- Strong knowledge of the National Electrical Code (NEC), NFPA 70, OSHA requirements, and applicable local electrical codes.
- Experience working with high-, medium-, and low-voltage electrical systems.
- Strong knowledge of generators, switchgear, transformers, motors, controls, PLCs, distribution systems, conduit, cable tray, grounding systems, and electrical equipment.
- Strong electrical troubleshooting and diagnostic skills with the ability to identify and resolve complex electrical issues.
- Strong understanding of electrical theory, circuits, and electrical safety practices.
- Ability to effectively lead, train, mentor, and communicate with electricians, apprentices, technicians, and project personnel.
- Strong organizational, problem-solving, communication, and decision-making skills.
- Ability to assist with electrical estimating, material takeoffs, project planning, and manpower requirements.
- Ability to work independently and make sound decisions in the field.
- Must demonstrate a strong commitment to safety, quality, and professionalism.
- Must be able to work extended hours, weekends, and varying schedules based on project and customer needs.
- Must be willing and able to travel to project locations as required.
- Must be able to pass required pre-employment screening, including drug and alcohol testing and physical examination, when applicable.
- Position is salaried; compensation is based on experience, qualifications, and applicable licensing.
What We Offer
- Competitive salary based on experience
- Health Insurance
- Training and development opportunities
- A safety-first culture and supportive work environment
- Career growth potential
Benefits:
- Dental insurance
- Flexible schedule
- Health insurance
- Health savings account
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Work Location: In person