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Program Summary

The MISS program is a comprehensive initiative aimed at supporting the U.S. Department of State’s operations in Iraq. In addition to providing ongoing base operations and Life Support Services, KBR will provide differentiated advisory and consultancy capabilities to the Iraqi Government with a focus on creating an effective program environment to support delivery of strategic economic planning, strategy development, feasibility studies, technical reviews and large-scale project management. Under this contract KBR will provide facility maintenance, procurement, critical supply functions, along with food services, base camp operations, renovations, construction, and medical services.

Job Summary

The Master Electrician will be based at a U.S. Facility in Baghdad, Iraq and serve the Operations and Maintenance Support Services (OMSS) contract in support of the U.S. Department of State. This position will be responsible for operation and maintenance of electric power generation and distribution equipment and will report to the Power Plant Supervisor. The Master Electrician will be responsible for maintenance and repair of the 11kv power grid, and its associated equipment throughout the site. Low Voltage electrical projects will also be required at times. The duties and responsibilities listed below are representative of the nature and level of work assigned and are not necessarily all inclusive.

Please note: This position is located in Baghdad, Iraq and is contingent on award.

Roles and Responsibilities

Lead an international team of electricians in electrical upgrades and maintenance at the BEC.

Maintain KBR’s Zero Harm Initiative, ensuring a safe workplace and that safety is the highest priority.

Responsible for maintaining a safe workplace and ensuring that safety is the highest priority in the workplace.

Comply with all Environmental Health & Safety and Quality Assurance requirements and goals.  Provide information and materials to these divisions as necessary to ensure adequate and legal documentation.

Main task will be to ensure the entire 11Kv power grid and its associated equipment is operating correctly.  This involves regular PM work on all transformer stations that include, cleaning transformers, oil sampling, taking temperature and pressure readings, ordering materials, replacing/ repairing nonfunctioning electronics and UPS systems, thermal imaging, etcetera.

Generate reports with results of PM Inspections.

Electrical grid needs altered throughout the year for maintenance and load balancing purposes.  MV electrician in coordination with the power plant is responsible for adjusting the MV grid as necessary.  

Assisting the 26MW Power Plant when requested with PM duties such as insulation testing, diode testing, HHRG inspections, cleaning of equipment and annual switchgear maintenance.

Test and repair medium voltage instrumentation and controls, switchgear and protection systems as needed.   

Preform Insulation Testing, High Potential Testing and Test Transformer Ratio Values.

Maintain and repair Automatic Transfer Switches as needed.

New construction of power generation sites ensuring a code compliant, safe installation.

Interpret electrical diagrams, manuals, and schematics for the site / specialized equipment.  Diagnose, analyze, and repair faults throughout the MV system.

Responsible for ensuring replacement parts are in stock in case of equipment failures or blown fuses.

Report any malfunctions or lack of compliance with Statement of Work (SOW) to the Electrical Supervisor. If the Electrical Supervisor cannot resolve the issue the Chief Engineer should be notified.  

Assist in diagnosing issues with switchgear PLC control and auxiliary control systems when required.

Perform fault analysis, implement ANSI, IEEE, and IEC standards.

Perform condition assessments for numerous transformers, electrical insulation, switches, and breaker panels to identify problems before they lead to system failure.

Assist in developing Statements of Work when requested, to including diagrams and specifications in compliance with Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) and National Electric Code (NEC) standards.

Collect, analyze, and summarize data for report preparation.

Responsible for facility custodianship of work area and management of tools, equipment, and spare parts for the medium voltage distribution system.

Take initiative to analyze a situation and to make frequent technical decisions based on specifications, safety, and electrical codes.

Evaluate operational effectiveness and develop/maintain effective operational control mechanisms.

Make written plans and coordinate so everyone involved is aware of changes to the system.

Assist Low Voltage Electricians when required.

Perform additional duties and projects as assigned.

Basic Qualifications

Must have an Active U.S. Government Top Secret Security clearance and maintain it for the duration of your employment on this contract. Due to this, you must be a U.S. Citizen to be eligible for this position.

Requires a High School Diploma or equivalent and at least 2 years of experience as a Master Electrician, 10 years of experience as a Journeyman Electrician with a valid Journeyman Electrician License or Certificate or meet any state licensing board requirements for a Master Electrician license.

Must have previous supervisory experience.

Must have at least 5 years of experience in electrical operations and maintenance services.

Requires at least 3 years of experience in an international environment. 

Experienced with splicing Ethyl Propylene Rubber (EPR), cross-linked polyethylene (XLP), and multi-conductor MV cables.

Experience working with 600 Amp dead break connections; 200-amp load-break terminations and heat shrink & cold shrink applications.

Requires cross-cultural sensitivity with an international perspective.

Must have experience working with SOWs, electrical diagrams, and blueprints.  

Requires knowledge of applicable U.S. Codes and acceptable trade practices.

Must have knowledge and experience regarding occupational hazards of the electrical trade, related safety precautions and considerable skill required for the installation, maintenance and repair of electrical systems and equipment.

Must have a valid Driver’s License.

Requires a valid passport with at least 12 months of validity and 6 blank pages.

Preferred Qualifications

Previous electrical experience in an OCONUS environment with a multi-national workforce.

Must have good organizational and communication skills with the ability to exercise sound judgment and make independent decisions.

Knowledge of principles and processes involved in supporting contract responsibilities at an overseas facility is required.

Must have the ability to work in a fast-paced environment that requires handling multiple tasks at a given time and rapidly adapting to changing priorities and schedules.

Excellent organizational and time management skills are required.

Must have proficiency with the MS Office Suite (Outlook, Word, Excel).

Requires excellent English communication skills (written and verbal) with the ability to facilitate and disseminate information.

Must be able to crouch, bend, reach and crawl in all weather conditions.

Must be able to lift at least 50 pounds on a regular basis.

Must be willing to work in austere conditions.

KBR Benefits

KBR offers a selection of competitive lifestyle benefits which could include medical, dental, life insurance, AD&D, R&R, an Employee Support Program and more. We support career advancement through professional training and development.