Building Maintenance Technician- Electrician

Non-Exempt position located at 900 39th Street, Newport News, Virginia 23607.

About the Role

A skilled tradesperson responsible for installing, maintaining, and repairing electrical systems for institutional manufacturing and painting buildings/facilities. Performs preventive maintenance, troubleshoots equipment failures, and ensures facility power, lighting, electrical, and control systems operate safely, efficiently, and in compliance with electrical code standards. Coordinates day-to-day building maintenance (reactive and preventive) and works with the Facility Maintenance Supervisor to manage outside contractors, maintain records, manage project activities, and coordinate work schedules. Responds to facility-related emergencies, which may require evening and weekend work. Provides facility-specific recommendations and advice as needed.

Responsibilities

• Works with the Facility Maintenance Supervisor and Facility Manager to conduct and coordinate facilities maintenance.
• Enforces safety policies and procedures to ensure compliance with local, state, and federal OSHA regulations.
• Assists in training managers, employees, and new hires in electrical safety practices and procedures.
• Performs preventive maintenance, troubleshoots equipment failures, and ensures facility electrical systems operate safely and efficiently in compliance with electrical code standards.
• Adheres strictly to the National Electrical Code (NEC) and safety regulations, utilizing Lockout/Tagout (LOTO) and NFPA 70E protocols.
• Provides input for the review and revision of current electrical safety processes and programs.
• Assists in the execution and management of environmental programs and requirements.
• Conducts daily, weekly, and monthly facility electrical safety audits and surveillances; addresses or reports structural, electrical, or life-safety issues immediately.
• Assists in supply inventory, tracking, and ordering of necessary parts, tools, and maintenance materials.
• Monitors the work of external contractors and vendors to ensure project quality and service-level agreement compliance.
• Other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Ability to diagnose electrical issues using testing devices like multimeters, clamp-amps, and meggers, then repair or replace faulty components such as motors, switches, relays, plugs, and outlets.
• Ability to use various hand tools.
• Attention to detail.
• Ability to work independently or with limited supervision.
• Critical thinking, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
• Computer proficiency in Microsoft products, including moderate Excel capabilities.
• General knowledge and understanding of OSHA 1910 Standard, NEC, and NFPA 70E protocols.
• Working knowledge of SDS sheets.
• Excellent oral, written, and interpersonal skills.
• 2-5 years of proven facility experience in commercial or industrial electrical maintenance.
• Ability to work at heights, in confined spaces, or outdoors; must be physically capable of standing, bending, and lifting equipment.
• Thorough knowledge of general maintenance procedures along with a skill set that includes basic proficiency in some or all of the following: plumbing, carpentry, HVAC, electrical/mechanical systems.
• Must be a United States Citizen.
• High School diploma or GED.
• Completion of an electrical apprenticeship or technical trade school program.
• Knowledge of manufacturing environment.

Preferred Qualifications

• Hazwoper Certificate (desired but not required).
• RCRA Hazardous Waste Training (desired but not required).
• OSHA 10 Certification (desired but not required).
• Valid First Aid and/or AED certification (desired but not required).

Work Environment

The work environment may expose the employee to suspected workplace hazards related to manufacturing steel products in fabrication and machining. The employee may be exposed to outside weather conditions, wet and/or humid conditions, fumes or airborne particles, or heat. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.