Master Electrician

About the role

The Master Electrician will work on Amentum sites at the U.S. Embassy in Caracas, supporting the DiPSS Venezuela BLS contract for the U.S. Department of State. Reporting to the Electrician Supervisor, the role focuses on operation and maintenance of the electric power distribution system.

Key responsibilities

• Maintain and service power transformers, switchboards and related equipment.
• Interpret diagrams and manuals to diagnose simple to intermediate electrical faults.
• Report malfunctions and non‑compliance with the Statement of Work to the Chief Engineer.
• Assist with switch‑gear PLC control, auxiliary control systems and Modbus SCADA troubleshooting.
• Perform inspections, condition assessments and written reporting for transformers, insulation, switches and breaker panels.
• Develop and review Statements of Work, ensuring compliance with OSHA and NEC standards.
• Handle administrative tasks such as material ordering, inventory control and work scheduling.
• Manage tools, equipment and spare parts, and uphold a safe workplace.

Required profile

• Extensive experience working in confined spaces.
• Hands‑on experience with Ethyl Propylene Rubber (EPR), cross‑linked polyethylene (XLP) and multi‑conductor cables.
• Experience with 600 A bolted connections, 200 A load‑break terminations and heat‑shrink/cold‑shrink applications.
• Strong knowledge of applicable electrical codes, OSHA and NEC requirements.
• Good organizational and communication abilities.

Required skills

• Power transformer maintenance
• Switchboard maintenance
• Diagram interpretation and fault diagnosis
• PLC control systems
• Modbus SCADA troubleshooting
• ANSI and IEC standards implementation
• Condition assessment of electrical equipment
• OSHA and NEC compliance
• Inventory and tool management