Power System Electrician

Closing Date to Apply: December 1st, 2025

Wage Rate: $56.44-$63.80 Hourly

Number of Positions: 1

Benefits: This link below will provide you with Grant PUD’s benefit that may be available if hired, different employee types are eligible for different benefits.

Grant PUD — Unified Insurance Program (uip-wa.org)

Grant County PUD is a drug free workplace.  A pre-employment drug screen and background check will be administered as part of the hiring process.

Basic Function

Power Delivery – Power System Electricians are responsible for the installation, maintenance and troubleshooting of high-voltage power system equipment used in our transmission and distribution system.                                 

Essential Function

• An employee in this position will work under the direction of a supervisor or foreman as assigned.
• May perform work functions individually or with the assistance of other foremen, linemen, head groundmen, groundmen, electrical mechanics, technicians, toolman, apprentices, etc.
• Shall keep assigned tools and equipment clean and orderly with securing repairs and maintenance as required.
• May be upgraded to foreman or assigned to other areas such as warehousing, transportation, line departments, etc., when required and if qualified as determined by supervision.
• Employees placed in this classification, who have special qualifications in other crafts such as machine work, welding, carpentry, HVAC, etc., may be called upon to use such skills in the performance of their duties. The foregoing is for information only and not intended to limit by enumeration.
• Thorough knowledge of Grant PUD’s Accident Prevention Manual
• Thorough knowledge of Grant PUD’s Switching and Clearance Policy

Education

• High school diploma or GED from accredited institution.
• Completed a documented on the job training program or apprenticeship as a Substation or Power Utility Electrician

Experience

• Must have performed work as a Power Utility Substation Electrician Apprenticeship
• Journeyman Substation electrician card/status recognized by the utility and Union within six (6) months from the date of employment.
• Valid Washington State Commercial Driver’s license (CDL) with required endorsements.
• Valid first aid card including CPR training, equivalent to the State of Washington requirements for industrial first aid.

Other Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Work independently, be self-motivated, and exercise sound judgment.
• Possess a working knowledge of electrical theory.
• Possess a thorough working knowledge of the operation, maintenance, repair, and installation of power system transformers, reclosers, circuit breakers, circuit switchers, capacitors, voltage regulators, meters, switches, and other substation electrical apparatuses and test equipment associated with transmission and distribution systems and substations.
• Read and interpret transmission and distribution system maps, prints, drawings, procedures, and work order specifications.
• Be qualified to safely and competently operate all transportation and power-operated equipment associated with electric shop construction and maintenance functions.
• Knowledge and understanding Grant PUD’s Accident Prevention Manual and Switching and Clearance Policy by passing and maintaining Grant’s annual switching and clearance certification.
• Write legibly, use a computer, and be able to maintain records, files, and fill out forms electronically.
• Work with others, train apprentices and share knowledge of safety and trade.

Physical Requirements

• Possess excellent mental and physical fitness to perform duties in potentially stressful situations.
• Able to perform work activities at heights.
• Able to work in high noise/vibration areas.
• Work in confined spaces or areas that restrict movement.
• Work in proximity of rotating and high voltage equipment.
• Able to work in extreme heat or cold, both inside and outside.
• Able to reach above the shoulder level.
• Able to differentiate colors and utilize senses (sight, hearing, touch, feel, and smell).
• Able to work on uneven grounds such as substation switchyards.
• Able to ascend/descend stairs and ladders.
• Able to lift 50 pounds; willing to work on a ladder or scaffolding and in confined areas.
• Able to use all safety related equipment in performance of their duties.

LETTER OF AGREEMENT - 74

IBEW Local 77/Public Utility District No. 2 of Grant County

Power System Electrician -- Candidate Selection

02/02/2022

If no qualified internal candidates bid a Power System Electrician position, Grant PUD may select an external candidate who has worked as a Journeyman Electrical worker and place him/her in a 12-month training program to become a qualified Journeyman Power System Electrician. The pay scale will be equal to the last 2 six-month steps of the apprenticeship program. The utility has the option to start the Substation Electrician-in Training at a higher wage step based on experience, Electrician's license and Certifications.

Current journeyman electrical worker internal to Grant will have their wage rate red-circled until they have completed their training program within the 12 months or less. Upon completion of their training, the workers wage will be set to current negotiated rate. No retroactive pay will be granted.

Upon completion of training program, the person will have to take and pass the IBEW Local 77 Power System Journeyman Electrician Exam.

*For a full list of requirements, the applicant/incumbent should refer to the Physical Capacity Evaluation (PCE).

The statements contained herein reflect general details as necessary to describe the principal functions for this job, the level of knowledge and skill typically required, and the scope of responsibility, but should not be considered an all-inclusive listing of work requirements.  Individuals may perform other duties as assigned, including work in other functional areas.

Salary : $56 - $64