High Voltage Electrician

The role

The High Voltage Electrician will install, maintain, inspect, troubleshoot, and repair high-voltage electrical distribution systems and power-generating equipment. This role supports complex electrical infrastructure including substations, transformers, switchgear, and shore power systems.

What you will do

• Install, modify, maintain, test, and repair electrical generation and distribution equipment.
• Work with electrical distribution systems ranging from 480 volts to 69,000 volts.
• Install, maintain, and repair overhead and underground electrical distribution lines.
• Troubleshoot electrical distribution circuits, generating equipment, and control systems.
• Conduct electrical testing and inspections using specialized instruments.
• Install, connect, maintain, and test transformers, regulators, rectifiers, and circuit breakers.
• Perform cable splicing, terminations, and repairs.
• Diagnose and repair switchgear, transformer banks, and supervisory control systems.
• Perform emergency electrical cutouts and equipment substitutions.
• Connect and disconnect AC and DC shore power systems to vessels.

Required qualifications

• Demonstrated experience troubleshooting high-voltage electrical systems and identifying equipment failures, cable defects, and electrical faults
• Strong understanding of AC and DC electrical theory, circuit principles, and high-voltage electrical distribution systems
• Knowledge of electrical generation and distribution equipment
• Ability to read and interpret electrical schematics, circuit diagrams, wiring drawings, maintenance manuals, and technical instructions
• Proficiency in using electrical testing and diagnostic equipment
• Knowledge of electrical cable splicing, terminations, and installation techniques
• Understanding of transformers, series and parallel circuits, line loading, electrical capacity, and equipment operating limitations
• Knowledge of electrical safety practices, emergency procedures, and the proper use of insulated tools and personal protective equipment (PPE)
• Ability to follow written and verbal instructions, work orders, and established Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs)
• Basic mathematical skills, including the ability to calculate electrical values such as amperage and resistance
• Ability to operate government vehicles and maintain the required vehicle operator's permit
• Ability to lift and carry 40 pounds or more

Benefits

• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage
• Flexible Spending Account - healthcare and dependent care
• Health Savings Account - high deductible medical plan
• Retirement 401(k) with employer match
• Open leave policy and paid holidays
• Tuition reimbursement
• Transportation expense account
• Employee assistance program

About the company

The Copper River Family of Companies is a collection of entities owned by the Native Village of Eyak, a federally recognized Alaska Native Tribe. The companies deliver solutions and services to support the diverse missions and requirements of their clients.