Electrician III - Water Utility
Liberty UtilitiesAbout the role
Algonquin Power & Utilities Corp. (AQN), parent company of Liberty, is a diversified international generation, transmission, and distribution utility. AQN is committed to providing safe, reliable, and cost-effective energy and water solutions through our portfolio of utility investments to over one million customer connections, largely in the United States and Canada.
At Algonquin, our vision is to be the most trusted utility service provider in North America – a premium regulated utility, known for our customer focus, commitment to sustainability, and strong community partnerships. Our employees are at the heart of that vision. We believe that when people are empowered to learn, grow, and contribute their ideas, we can achieve remarkable results together.
We are building a culture that values integrity, inclusivity, and innovation. By joining Algonquin, you’ll be part of a team that is shaping the future of energy and water, while creating long-term value for our customers, communities, employees, and shareholders.
Purpose
The Water Utility Electrician performs skilled electrical installation, maintenance, troubleshooting and repair work at all wastewater treatment plants, water well sites, and wastewater lift stations. This position ensures compliance with Arizona state regulations, safety standards, and operational requirements for water and wastewater facilities.
Accountabilities
- Install, maintain and repair electrical systems including motors, pumps, control panels, and wiring at water and wastewater facilities.
- Troubleshoot electrical issues and perform corrective actions to minimize downtime.
- Inspect and test electrical components to ensure compliance with Nation Electrical Code (NEC) and Arizona Division of Occupational Safety and Health (ADOSH) standards.
- Work with MCC (Motor Control Center) panels, programmable logic controllers (PLCs), variable frequency drives (VFDs), and SCADA systems. Perform preventive maintenance on electrical schematics, blueprints, and technical manuals.
- Read and interpret electrical schematics, blueprints and technical manuals.
- Ensure compliance with Arizona Administrative Code Title 18, Chapter 9 for water and wastewater systems.
- Implement Lockout/Tagout (LOTO) procedures and other OSHA-compliant safety practices for electrical work in hazardous environments.
- Respond to emergency calls for electrical failures at water wells or lift stations. Maintain accurate records of work performed, parts used, and system status.
Education and Experience
- High school
- 4+ years experience required
- Completion of an accredited electrical apprenticeship or technical program preferred; 480 volts and above experience required.
- Requires Valid Arizona Electrical Contractor License C-11 (Commercial/Industrial experience 480-600v required)
Our purpose is sustaining energy and water for life, and it is demonstrated in everything we do as a business and as an employee team.
As the successful candidate
Our Mission
We provide safe, secure, reliable, cost-effective and sustainable energy and water solutions. Our mission is how we create value as an organization—it is what drives us every day to fulfill our purpose.
Our Vision
We better the lives of our customers and communities. Our vision is what we see as possible. It's where we aspire to be, what we want to achieve and how we'll make an impact. It guides and keeps us on the right path as we work towards fulfilling our purposes.
Our Guiding Principles
- Customer Centric
- Integrity
- Entrepreneurial
- Teamwork
- Owner mindset
- Outcome focused
- Continuous learning
Collaborative environment with a genuine flexible working policy
401k Plan with matching
Share purchase/match plan
Leadership Development Program
Volunteer paid days off
Employee Assistance Program
Achievement fund
Free par
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