BUILDING MAINTENANCE ELECTRICIAN

About the role

Performs responsible skilled work in the maintenance, repair, modification, and installation of electrical systems in City buildings; performs related work as required.

Responsibilities

• Manages all activities of electrical maintenance;
• Performs installation of electrical wiring and equipment in City buildings;
• Investigates problems involving electrical systems and recommends corrective actions.

Prepares estimates and material lists for wiring jobs based on job requirements, plans, and specifications;

Performs routine inspection and maintenance of electrical systems in City buildings;

Keeps accurate daily records and reports regarding work performed, materials used, and system status;

Assists other skilled workers in a variety of assignments such as carpentry, plumbing, and painting activities as required;

Instructs and trains subordinate personnel.

Requirements

• Thorough knowledge of all standard practices, tools, terminology, and safety precautions of the electrical trade;
• Complete knowledge of the use and characteristics of electrical materials and equipment;
• Ability to work from sketches, drawings, plans, or specifications;
• Ability to follow oral or written instructions and complete daily reports;
• Some knowledge of the materials, methods, and techniques of building construction;
• Ability to plan work related to electrical lines and appurtenances;
• Ability to communicate work directives to building maintenance technicians and other city staff assisting with work on electrical lines and appurtenances;
• Skill in the use of electrical instruments and related appliances and equipment;
• Full and complete knowledge of all applicable building codes, state, and federal regulations;
• Ability to work independently, make proper decisions, and restore service in a timely manner;
• Must be capable of working on systems that the supervisor may not have specific knowledge of;
• On-Call Requirement: Electrician is on call after hours to respond to emergency situations.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent with a minimum of five (5) years of progressive experience in the electrical maintenance field;
• OR Associate's Degree in Electrical or Electronic Technology with a minimum of three (3) years of progressive experience in the electrical maintenance field.

Skills and Abilities

• Thorough knowledge of all standard practices, tools, terminology, and safety precautions of the electrical trade;
• Complete knowledge of the use and characteristics of electrical materials and equipment;
• Ability to work from sketches, drawings, plans, or specifications;
• Ability to follow oral or written instructions and complete daily reports;
• Some knowledge of the materials, methods, and techniques of building construction;
• Ability to plan work related to electrical lines and appurtenances;
• Ability to communicate work directives to building maintenance technicians and other city staff assisting with work on electrical lines and appurtenances;
• Skill in the use of electrical instruments and related appliances and equipment;
• Full and complete knowledge of all applicable building codes, state, and federal regulations;
• Ability to work independently, make proper decisions, and restore service in a timely manner;
• Must be capable of working on systems that the supervisor may not have specific knowledge of;
• On-Call Requirement: Electrician is on call after hours to respond to emergency situations.

Special Requirements

• NIMS 100, 200, and 700 training certificates within 12 months of hire;
• Possession of limited or unlimited North Carolina Electric license upon hire;
• The employee must pull permits in their name or the license must be signed over to the City of Gastonia;
• Valid North Carolina driver's license;
• Special Requirements: Possession of a valid, appropriate driver's license with an acceptable driving history. Possession of a North Carolina Commercial Electrical Contractor License (Limited or equivalent as defined by state statute) is required.

Benefits

• High Deductible Health Plan with HSA Dental Vision Life Supplemental Insurance Plans Pension (Local Government Employees' Retirement System) 401(k) 457 Short-term/Long-term Disability Dependent Care Plan Employee Assistance Program On-Site Health Clinic Employee Educational Assistance Program Sick Leave (12 days per year) Initial Employment Vacation: Starting at 12 days per year Holidays (11 days per year) Personal Day (1 day per year)