The Lansing Board of Water & Light (BWL) has one opening for an Electrician, in Lansing, MI, as part of the International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers, AFL-CIO, Local Union 352.
Pay Rate: $52.45
Position Summary:
Responsible for installation and maintenance of a wide variety of components associated with power distribution, substations, and general electrical maintenance at all BWL production facilities including but not limited to: REO Town, Delta Energy Park, Erickson Station, Dye Water, Wise Road facilities and all substations.
Essential Functions:
- Must have or acquire the ability to install and maintain breakers, transformers, switches, tap changers, on 138KV, and on potentially energized voltages of 13.2KV 480-V and lighting systems.
- Installs and repairs electric motors and controls. Installs electric conduit and cable.
- Installs and maintains DC battery system.
- Works on computer equipment installations.
- Must be able to read and interpret blueprints and schematics.
- Required to follow BWL Safety Manual and wear required personal protective equipment.
- Must attend training for safety awareness or skills improvement as required by supervisor, BWL or governmental agency such as MIOSHA.
- Must be able to respond to code calls or other emergencies within the production facility.
- Performs other duties as required or necessitated by job responsibilities
Why Should You Apply?
- Competitive wages, employee development, and opportunity for professional growth.
- Robust time off benefits including vacation, free choice, sick leave, paid holidays.
- Comprehensive benefits package including medical, prescription, dental, life insurance, long-term disability, employee assistance program.
- Retirement programs including 401a (100% company paid up to 13% of base salary), 457 matches up to $2,500 per year, retiree medical.
- Voluntary benefits including supplemental and dependent life insurance, vision, flexible spending, AFLAC options, LifeLock anti-theft, long term care, tuition reimbursement, HOPE loan.
About BWL:
The Board of Water & Light serves Lansing, Michigan, and surrounding areas with electricity, water, and steam. Lansing's city charter vests the BWL with full and exclusive management of water, steam, and electric services for or the city. The American Public Power Association has honored the Lansing Board of Water & Light as one of the country's best publicly-owned utilities.
The Location:
Lansing, MI provides the opportunity to enjoy all seasons of fun and beauty. With the Grand River open for kayaking, lush golf courses, 17+ miles of trails for biking/hiking/running, Potter Park Zoo, and the sports, the arts and fine foods that comes from being near a major University, Michigan State University, there is a spot for everyone. The area is a short drive from Lake Michigan’s shoreline where there is views of natural beauty, boating, fishing, and windsurfing.
