Utility Electrician

Job Summary:

Performs installation, maintenance, troubleshooting, and repair of self‑contained residential, commercial, and industrial metering on low‑voltage utility electrical systems of 600 volts or less, ensuring proper functionality, accuracy, and safe operation of all metering equipment, resulting in reliable energy measurement, improved service quality, and compliant low‑voltage system performance.

Job Description:

• Completes installation and removal of meters, meter reading, customer meter connections and disconnections, metering validations, new customer secondary service connections, secondary splicing, and streetlight maintenance and troubleshooting.

• Performs diagnostics related to power quality issues, supports primary metering activities, validates and accepts master electrician certifications and conducts investigations of potential energy diversion with proper documentation of findings to ensure system integrity, accurate service measurement, regulatory compliance and revenue protection.

• Performs manual labor tasks as required—including lifting, assembling materials, site preparation, and jobsite clean‑up—while adhering to all safety rules, work practices, and operational procedures to ensure efficient workflow, maintain a hazard‑free environment, and support the successful completion of daily project objectives.

• Documents all incidents, repairs, maintenance, and other work activities and material usage in logs or digital systems to maintain precise records, support regulatory compliance, and ensure accurate tracking of work progress and asset utilization.

• Uses company materials, equipment, and vehicles safely and responsibly by following established safety procedures, manufacturer guidelines and operational limitations to protect company assts and maintain a safe work environment.

• Collaborates with crew members and communicates effectively to support task coordination and helps resolve issues to maintain workflow.

• Applies safety protocols and participates in job hazard analyses to perform tasks safely and ensure compliance with regulations.

• Follows established company policies, procedures, and standards to ensure full compliance with applicable laws and industry regulations.

• Actively participates in power restoration during storms and emergencies by safely performing assigned tasks to help ensure efficient recovery of the electrical system.

• Performs additional tasks aligned with role expectations and qualifications to support team goals and operational flexibility.

This position is classified as a safety-sensitive function and is subject to the U.S. Department of Transportation’s drug and alcohol testing regulations under 49 CFR Part 40. Candidates must meet all applicable federal requirements, including pre-employment and random testing, medical certification, and driver qualification standards.

Additional Job Description:

Education

• High School or equivalent (GED). Completion of a recognized vocational, technical, or trade program in Electrical Technology, Electrical System or related technical program.

Experience

• 3 years’ experience with functional roles responsibilities performing installation, maintenance, troubleshooting, repair, or resting of electrical systems, metering equipment, utility services or closely related electrical field work.

• Knowledge of electrical safety practices and work rules.

• Experience working with MS Office tools (word and excel) for daily documentation purposes. (preferred)

• Availability to work stand-by shifts, work morning, evening, and/or night shifts.

This position is with IBEW Union 222. If you accept an offer of employment, you will be required to affiliate with the Union.

Competencies (Skills)

• Safety Awareness: Follows safety protocols and promotes a safety-first culture.

• Technical Proficiency: Applies basic technical knowledge and tools relevant to the role.

• Customer Orientation: Responds effectively to customer needs and inquiries.

• Team Collaboration: Works cooperatively with peers and supervisors.

• Efficiency & Productivity: Optimizes time and resources to meet performance targets.

Licenses/Certifications

Required:

• Valid Puerto Rico Master Electrician License

• Valid Puerto Rico driver’s license category 9

• Permit to Operate Commercial Vehicle from The Transport and Other Public Services Bureau (NTSP, "Negociado de Transporte y Otros Servicios Públicos de Puerto Rico")

• Driving Record (DTOP)

Preferred:

• First Aid Certifications: Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) and/or Automated External Defibrillator (AED)

Travel Requirements

• 60%

Physical Demands:

• Stationary Position: Seldom

• Pushing/ Pulling/ Reaching: Constantly

• Kneel: Constantly

• Grab: Constantly

• Bend: Constantly

• Lift/Carry over: 36 to 50 pounds

Working Conditions:

• Wet or humid: Constantly

• Working near or on moving mechanical parts: Seldom

• Working near or on heavy machinery: Seldom

• Working in high places: Occasionally

• Exposed to fumes or airborne particles: Occasionally

• Frequency of working in outdoor weather conditions: Constantly

• Work with electricity: Constantly

• Loud noise conditions: Constantly

LUMA Energy is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran status, military status, disability, or any other characteristic protected by federal or local laws.