What are the responsibilities and job description for the Maintenance Electrician I position at Tucson Electric Power?
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Vacancies exist for the position of Maintenance Electrician I in the Maintenance section of Tucson Power Production.
All job offers are contingent on successful completion of a pre-employment drug screen and background check.
Starting pay for this position is $51.06 per hour.
Date Posted: March 23, 2026
Date Expires: April 6, 2026
Testing Date: To Be Determined
Interview Date: To Be Determined
**Candidates selected for testing will receive a confirmation email at the email address provided on the application as notification of the scheduled date and time of the testing session. Dates are subject to change based on business needs, weather and unforeseen circumstances. **
Please apply online on the Company Intranet or at www.tep.com under Career Opportunities. If you have any questions, contact Alaina Ciriello at Alaina.Ciriello@tep.com
Position Description
The Maintenance Electrician I is responsible for the efficient and safe maintenance and repair of all power plant and related equipment. Successful individuals placed into this classification will be responsible for the below position-related responsibilities. In addition, they are required to complete qualification signoffs as an Electrical and Instrumentation Technician within two years of placement into this role.
Position-Related Responsibilities
Vacancies exist for the position of Maintenance Electrician I in the Maintenance section of Tucson Power Production.
All job offers are contingent on successful completion of a pre-employment drug screen and background check.
Starting pay for this position is $51.06 per hour.
Date Posted: March 23, 2026
Date Expires: April 6, 2026
Testing Date: To Be Determined
Interview Date: To Be Determined
**Candidates selected for testing will receive a confirmation email at the email address provided on the application as notification of the scheduled date and time of the testing session. Dates are subject to change based on business needs, weather and unforeseen circumstances. **
Please apply online on the Company Intranet or at www.tep.com under Career Opportunities. If you have any questions, contact Alaina Ciriello at Alaina.Ciriello@tep.com
Position Description
The Maintenance Electrician I is responsible for the efficient and safe maintenance and repair of all power plant and related equipment. Successful individuals placed into this classification will be responsible for the below position-related responsibilities. In addition, they are required to complete qualification signoffs as an Electrical and Instrumentation Technician within two years of placement into this role.
Position-Related Responsibilities
- Troubleshoot and maintain all electrical systems
- Maintain and overhaul electric motors from 24 volt to 5 kV single and three phase.
- Maintain, troubleshoot, and repair electrical starting devices 12volt to 13.8 kV.
- Maintain and service U.P.S. battery/inverter systems
- Maintain and repair all electrical aspects pertaining to gas turbines and associated equipment (motor control, transformers, excitation, turbine control, AC/DC machines)
- Maintain all electrical lighting systems in all areas of power production
- Design, fabricate and install conduit runs 1/2" to 5" to required equipment.
- Perform assigned work in a safe and efficient manner in accordance with Company practices and procedures.
- This position may provide services to affiliates of the Company subject to the UNS Energy Code of Conduct and the related Policies and Procedures.
- Must understand and safely work with voltages up to and including 13.8 kV.
- Basic math skills including trigonometry
- Basic mechanical skills and tool handling
- Basic knowledge of hydraulic systems
- Developed electrical theory skills including AC & DC systems
- Advanced motor theory skills including motor repair knowledge
- Knowledge of electronic solid state theory
- Ability to draw and read electric prints and schematics
- Must have the ability to understand and present oral and written directions
- Must have general knowledge of power station generation systems
- Knowledge of PLC functionality, One-Line diagrams, and Industrial Electrical Schematics
- Relay functionality and protection
- VFD (installation and programming)
- Low and medium voltage switchgear, transformers and motor control
Salary : $51