MV/LV Electrician

2 days ago

Erbil, Erbil, Iraq Versar, Inc. Full time

This Opportunity

Versar Global Solutions is currently looking for qualified candidates to fill temporary installation positions for the 3MW Power Plant and Distribution project in Erbil Airbase (EAB), Iraq.  Join our team and grow with us as we provide best in-class services that help clients solve their most complex challenges. 

**THIS ROLE IS FOR A TEMPORARY POSITION DAYS)**

Your Impact

  • Reports to Versar Site Manager 
  • Must have experience in MV/LV electrical distribution systems.
  • Follows safety precautions and instructs employees against occupational hazards. Responsible for employee conduct and compliance with all safety policies, regulations, and compliance with all OSHA and NFPA requirements
  • Attend daily Safety meetings/stand downs IAW with VGS (Versar Global Solutions) and client policies. 
  • Perform routine installation on electric power control equipment, high voltage switchgear, substations, transformers, circuit breakers, distribution networks, and distribution lines with the NEC and local codes. 
  • Promote and maintain safety following established safe work practices and procedures.
  • Install and connect transformers and make hot taps and splices.
  • Ensure correct testing and isolation procedures are followed before working on de-energized electrical networks or associated systems.
  • Use a variety of test equipment such as voltmeters, ohmmeters, multimeters, growlers, meggers, power analyzers, and specialized test sets to test for shorts, continuity, and defective wiring and connections.
  • Follow all VGS standard policies and practices.
  • As directed by the Supervisor or Task Order Manager.

Who You Are

Required Qualifications

  • Must have computer skills and be able to operate a variety of computer programs.
  • Must be able to speak, read and write English fluently
  • Must maintain a valid driver's license from their home country with validity for 6 months from on-site employment date
  • Must maintain a valid passport from their home country with validity for 6 months from on-site employment date.  Passport must have a minimum of 6 blank pages prior to OCONUS mobilization. 
  • To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential job duty satisfactorily.

Additional Required Qualifications  

  • MUST have Medium Voltage Termination (jointer) Certification
  • Minimum 2 years as licensed electrician with MV/LV electrical experience/IEEE credentials.  At least two (2) years of post-accreditation experience performing installations and O&M of power distribution systems; with a minimum of two (2) years of deployed (non-CONUS) experience.
  • Provide Certificates and license, and/or willingness to attend formal training.
  • Education: A high school diploma or GED plus related technical training
  • Must provide copies of training certificates in the Fundamentals of Electrical Safety based on NFPA 70E standards. This training must have been completed one year prior to the start of the contract.
  • Must possess current training and be able to demonstrate general knowledge of industrial safety and environmental regulations, including compliance with OSHA and NFPA70E requirements, personal protective equipment usage and lock out tag out procedures for electrical, mechanical, and fluid systems and controls.
  • Proficient with hand and power tools, shop equipment (hydraulic presses, drill presses), lifting devices, and various measuring instruments (Vernier calipers, micrometers, dial bore gauges).
  • Skilled in using MV/LV testing devices including multimeters, power analyzers, insulation testers, DLRO, TTR, relay testers, ground resistance testers, cable locators, HiPot, etc.
  • Ensure high-quality work and compliance with manufacturer recommendations, US Military, Host Nation, VGS environment and safety policies.
  • Knowledgeable in powered support systems (mechanical/electrical/hydraulic/pneumatic), SCADA, switchgear, protection relays, substations, transformers, RMUs, and PLC controls.
  • Ability to read and interpret manuals, drawings, specifications, SOPs, response procedures, and MSDS.
  • Competent in inspection, testing, troubleshooting, and repair of generators, transformers, circuit breakers, transfer switches, and fuel monitoring systems.
  • Follows detailed instructions and established procedures; provides clear feedback on troubleshooting steps.
  • Knowledge of occupational hazards, safety practices, lockout/tagout, and use of PPE.
  • Certified in First Aid & CPR, qualified to rescue injured victims from electrical conductors.
  • Experience with installing, commissioning, operating, and maintaining MV/LV networks and hardware; fault-finding in underground networks.
  • Strong interpersonal skills for collaboration with managers, subcontractors, military representatives, and local officials.
  • Able to perform physically demanding tasks (heavy lifting, climbing, crawling, working outdoors in varied climates).
  • Flexible to work up to 72 hours per week as required.

 Role Characteristics

  • Great interpersonal skills. 
  • Customer service oriented. 
  • Team player. 
  • Ability to multi-task. 
Who We Are:

Headquartered in Washington, DC, Versar Global Solutions provides full mission lifecycle solutions for challenges faced by our government and commercial Customers in the natural, built, and digital environments. With nearly 2,000 team members around the world, and a rich legacy spanning more than 70 years, Versar Global Solutions delivers a broad array of planning, analysis and risk management solutions, project and program management, operations and maintenance services, and information technology applications for environmental management and remediation projects, mission critical facilities and installations, and in support of readiness and contingency operations.

EEO Commitment 

Versar Global Solutions is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, amnesty, or status as a covered veteran in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws.

Versar Global Solutions complies with applicable state and local laws governing non-discrimination in employment in every location in which the company operates. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.

Versar Global Solutions expressly prohibits any form of unlawful employee harassment based on race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, amnesty, or status as a covered veteran. Improper interference with the ability of Versar Global Solutions employees to perform their job duties is not tolerated.

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