Electrician, Operations - Memphis
xAI · Memphis, United States · 1mo ago
SpaceXAI’s mission is to create AI systems that can accurately understand the universe and aid humanity in its pursuit of knowledge. Our team is small, highly motivated, and focused on engineering excellence. This organization is for individuals who appreciate challenging themselves and thrive on curiosity. We operate with a flat organizational structure. All employees are expected to be hands-on and to contribute directly to the company’s mission. Leadership is given to those who show initiative and consistently deliver excellence. Work ethic and strong prioritization skills are important. All employees are expected to have strong communication skills. They should be able to concisely and accurately share knowledge with their teammates.
ABOUT THE ROLE:
As an Operations Electrician, you will keep in-service substations, distribution, and campus power facilities running. This is an operating-plant job: inspect, maintain, switch, and restore equipment so load stays up. You will work with energized medium- and high-voltage systems under established safety standards, perform switching and operations up to 161 kV, and respond to faults and call-outs. This position is based in Memphis, TN.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Operate, inspect, maintain, and repair in-service substation and campus electrical equipment, including breakers, transformers, switches, relays, buswork, control systems, and station batteries.
- Perform medium-voltage switching and operations up to 161 kV: write or follow switching orders, isolate and de-energize equipment, apply grounds, verify zero energy, and restore equipment to service.
- Own routine maintenance on medium- and high-voltage operating systems: inspections, lubrication, oil levels, heaters, lights, and connections.
- Respond to outages, faults, alarms, and call-outs; restore service and document what happened.
- Conduct electrical testing on in-service equipment (voltmeters, ohmmeters, ammeters, insulation megger) and assist with relay, transformer, and circuit breaker tests.
- Read and interpret one-lines, schematics, wiring diagrams, and switching orders.
- Troubleshoot electrical, mechanical, and control issues on running plant.
- Follow lockout/tagout (LOTO), grounding, clearance procedures, and PPE requirements.
- Coordinate switching and clearances with operators, engineers, and utility crews during planned and emergency outages.
- Document work performed, test results, and observations; keep operating records current.
- Operate company vehicles and specialized equipment; inspect and store personal protective equipment (PPE).
- Perform similar or less skilled incidental duties as assigned.
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS:
- High school diploma or equivalency certificate.
- 3+ years of experience working as a licensed electrician.
- Medium-voltage electrical experience, including switching and operations.
PREFERRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE:
- Associate degree in electrical, mechanical, or industrial maintenance technology.
- Journeyman or master electrician license.
- Switching and operations experience on systems up to 161 kV (substation, industrial, or utility).
- Experience with medium-voltage switchgear, transformers, and distribution in substations, industrial plants, or data centers.
- Basic understanding of electrical principles (AC/DC circuits, safety standards).
- Ability to read prints/drawings and use common test tools.
- Proficiency with hand/power tools and physical tasks (lifting 50+ lbs, working at heights/confined spaces, outdoors in all weather).
- Strong safety focus, attention to detail, and ability to work independently or in teams.
- Knowledge of print reading for drawings, manuals, and one-lines.
ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS:
- Schedule varies depending on site operational needs; frequent overtime and weekend support is required.
- Ability to perform job duties that require standing, kneeling, crouching, twisting upper body, working in cramped positions, climbing, lifting up to 50 lbs., and working on ladders/lifts at elevated heights.
- Ability to work in an environment requiring exposure to fumes, odors, noise, heat, cold, and rain.
- Ability to rapidly change roles/responsibilities while working in a high-paced, challenging work environment.
- Stand: up to 6 hours per day.
- Sit: up to 3 hours per day.
- Push/Pull: up to 75 lbs. (unassisted) 1–2 hours per day.
- Overhead reach: up to 3 hours per day.
- Walk: up to 3 hours per day.
- Lift/Carry: up to 50 lbs. (unassisted) 1–2 hours per day.
- Climb (ladder/stairs): up to 3 hours per day.
- Kneel/Crouch: up to 3 hours per day.
- Upper body twist: up to 6 hours per day.
- Ability to work in temperatures over 80 degrees up to 3 hours per day.
- Candidate must be capable of safely working at heights, in confined spaces, and working with medium- and high-voltage equipment. Candidate may be required to complete a pre-employment questionnaire and/or physical.
- Willing to work on-site in Memphis, TN. This is not a remote or hybrid role.
- Valid driver's license.
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