Electrical & Equipment Technician

Olgoonik is an Equal Opportunity Employer

Job Description

FPM Remediations, Inc. is seeking a skilled and safety-conscious Electrical & Equipment Technician to support environmental remediation, utility installation, excavation, treatment system construction, and facility infrastructure projects based in Lubbock, TX. This position combines hands-on electrical installation and troubleshooting responsibilities with operation of heavy construction equipment used to support groundwater remediation, utility construction, treatment plant installation, and environmental restoration projects.

The Electrical & Equipment Technician will install, maintain, troubleshoot, and repair electrical systems, instrumentation, controls, pumps, and associated infrastructure while also operating heavy equipment to support site development and utility installation activities. Work must be performed in accordance with contract documents, applicable electrical codes, environmental protection requirements, and federal construction safety standards.

Primary Responsibilities:

• Install, maintain, troubleshoot, and repair electrical systems associated with groundwater extraction systems, injection systems, treatment plants, pumping systems, utilities, and support facilities.
• Install conduit, wiring, panels, motor controls, instrumentation, sensors, control systems, and related electrical equipment.
• Read and interpret electrical schematics, wiring diagrams, construction drawings, and equipment manuals.
• Perform testing and commissioning of electrical equipment, motors, pumps, controls, and instrumentation systems.
• Assist with installation and startup of treatment system components, including pumps, motors, PLC-based controls, telemetry systems, and chemical feed equipment.
• Operate construction equipment including excavators, backhoes, skid steers, loaders, and dump trucks to support excavation, trenching, grading, utility installation, and site development activities.
• Support installation of underground piping, conduit, extraction and injection wells, vaults, and related infrastructure.
• Perform routine inspections, preventative maintenance, and basic repairs on assigned equipment and project systems.
• Assist with loading, unloading, and transportation of equipment and construction materials.
• Participate in daily safety meetings and comply with project-specific Health and Safety Plans, EM 385-1-1 requirements, OSHA regulations, and company safety policies.
• Coordinate work activities with project management, superintendents, subcontractors, and other field personnel.
• Assist with troubleshooting mechanical systems including pumps, valves, hydraulics, and pneumatic systems.
• Other duties as assigned.

Supervisory Responsibilities:

• May provide technical guidance and field training to laborers and junior technicians.
• No formal supervisory responsibilities unless specifically assigned by project management.

Education and/or Experience:

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Minimum five (5) years of experience in electrical construction, industrial electrical maintenance, controls, instrumentation, or related field.
• Minimum three (3) years of experience operating heavy construction equipment.
• Experience with installation and troubleshooting of motors, motor controls, pumps, instrumentation, and control systems preferred.
• Experience reading and interpreting electrical drawings, construction plans, and specifications.
• Experience with environmental remediation, utility construction, water/wastewater systems, or industrial facilities preferred.
• Experience working on federal construction projects preferred.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Strong knowledge of electrical installation practices, troubleshooting techniques, and applicable safety requirements.
• Ability to operate excavators, backhoes, skid steers, loaders, and similar construction equipment safely and efficiently.
• Working knowledge of motors, variable frequency drives (VFDs), instrumentation, PLC systems, and industrial controls.
• Familiarity with hydraulics, pneumatics, pumps, valves, and mechanical systems.
• Ability to read electrical schematics, wiring diagrams, and construction drawings.
• Ability to work outdoors in varying weather conditions and perform physically demanding work.
• Ability to lift and carry up to 50 pounds.
• Willingness to work extended hours, including 10-hour days and occasional weekends as project requirements dictate.
• Strong communication, teamwork, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work independently with limited supervision while maintaining productivity and safety standards.

Certificates, Licenses, Registrations:

• Valid Driver's License required.
• Commercial Driver's License (CDL) preferred.
• OSHA 10-hour or OSHA 30-hour certification preferred.
• 40-Hour HAZWOPER certification preferred.
• Red Cross First Aid/CPR certification preferred.
• Electrical trade certifications, NCCER credentials, crane/rigging certifications, or equipment operator certifications are a plus.
• Required certifications may be obtained after hire if necessary.

Security Clearance:

• Must pass pre-employment background check, drug screening, and health and safety training requirements, including project-specific site orientation.

Physical Demands:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is required to be able to occasionally stand; walk; sit; use hands and/or fingers to handle, or feel objects, tools or controls; operate office equipment, reach with hands and arms; climb stairs; balance; stoop; kneel; talk or hear; taste or smell. The employee must occasionally lift and or move up to 25 pounds.

Work Environment:

General office environment. Some travel both domestically and internationally may be required based on business demands.

Olgoonik is an Equal Opportunity Employer

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), national origin, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. As an Alaska Native corporation, Olgoonik provides hiring preference to Olgoonik shareholders, descendants, and their spouses to the extent allowed by law.