Philadelphia Gas Works

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The Philadelphia Gas Works (PGW) is the largest municipally-owned gas utility in the nation, supplying gas service in the City of Philadelphia to over 500,000 customers.  From its humble beginnings in 1836, PGW has grown into the large, modern facility that exists today.  As one of the nation's leading natural gas providers, PGW prides itself on stability and continual growth.  PGW is dedicated to becoming the Greenest Natural Gas Delivery Company in the region.

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Senior Technician - Electrical

Starting pay rate is $39.47/hour. This is a union covered position. 

Require strong knowledge and understanding of electric and electronic theory, regulations, codes and knowledge of electrical systems.

Responsible for safe performance of job assignments, maintenance of good housekeeping conditions on work location and performance of other related job duties.

Work from complicated drawings, specifications and sketches and can completely follow through on job assignments.

Install, maintain and repair complicated electrical equipment in the plant, as well as switchgear, tone control facilities and automatic controls. Work from intricate wiring diagrams or schematic drawings and must be able to lay out and plan own work, Work involves expert troubleshooting and wiring on complicated machines and electronic equipment in the various plant processes. Work on high and low tension, lines including charged lines within the limits of safe practices. Repair electrical test apparatus.

Must understand cryogenic applications.

Remove and install valves/regulators 4 inches and under.

Paint instrument /electrical supports and equipment.

Install supports for instruments and electrical equipment.

Service and maintain high voltage switchgear and motor control centers.

Lock-out/unlock equipment electrically for operations and maintenance.

Work on/replace equipment 480 volts and above.

Work on live electricity when required.

Change out lights in hazardous areas.

Must possess the ability to perform all the duties of a Technician and a Junior Technician.

Direct and assist in the development of lower graded classifications as required.

Operate company vehicles to and from job sites.

Make written reports for all repairs and tests inspections.

Perform other duties as assigned.

High school diploma/ GED is required.

Must have a valid driver’s license.

The following certification/licenses are encouraged: Electrician License within the City of Philadelphia.

Must be able and willing to don/doff a full-faced respirator.

Must be clean shaven during working hours

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Must acquire and maintain a CDL License to operate some company vehicles.

Must be authorized by the PGW Fleet Operations Department as a qualified operator of company vehicles.

Must be willing and able to climb.

Must be willing and able to work in confined spaces.

Must be willing and able to work in inclement weather and general gas plant conditions.

Candidates for Senior Technician must pass a written and hands- on demonstrated skills test