What are the responsibilities and job description for the Electronics Instrument Technician position at Memphis Light, Gas and Water Division?
MLGW is the nation’s largest three-service municipal utility, serving over 440,000 customers representing diverse backgrounds. Since 1939, MLGW has met the utility needs of Memphis and Shelby County residents by delivering reliable and affordable electricity, natural gas, and water service. We provide a full range of customer-oriented services, including a major role in the economic development for our customers.
MLGW recognizes that our greatest assets are our employees and value diversity, equity and inclusion. We are committed to providing opportunities for career growth, training, and development. MLGW offers competitive benefits including PTO, pension and 457B retirement plan. We are dedicated to corporate social responsibility through community volunteerism and giving.
MLGW is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate because of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, genetic information, disability, protected veteran status, or any other status protected by law. No information obtained in this application is intended to be used for such discrimination.
The essential job responsibilities of the Electronics Instrument Technician are to maintain, test and repair various electrical/electronic testing equipment; perform electrical, mechanical, pneumatic, optical, chemical and physical testing; design/fabricate test equipment for research and development.
Qualification Requirements:
To perform the Electronics Instrument Technician role, you must:
- Have an Associate degree in Electrical, Electronic or Telecommunication Engineering Technology or 4 years' experience in the installation, maintenance, testing and repairing of various electrical and electronic test equipment.
- Possess a valid driver's license from state of residence
Physical Working Conditions:
Works in shop majority of time under good conditions. Subject to hazards of medium lifting, high voltage testing, chemicals climbing ladders, working in uncomfortable positions and standing for extended periods. Occasionally works in proximity of electrical equipment in substations and walk-in/underground vaults.
