Commercial Electrician - First Baptist Atlanta

First Baptist Atlanta (FBA) is a vibrant family of believers in Jesus Christ, serving thousands in metro Atlanta and beyond. Founded in 1848, our church has a rich history of ministry and a diverse congregation representing 98 countries.

About the role

The Commercial Electrician advances the mission of First Baptist Atlanta by ensuring the safe, reliable, and efficient operation of the Church's electrical systems. This position installs, maintains, troubleshoots, repairs, and upgrades commercial electrical infrastructure to support worship services, ministry activities, and campus operations while ensuring compliance with the National Electrical Code (NEC), OSHA standards, NFPA 70E, and FBA safety policies.

As a member of the FBA staff, this is a ministry role where you will represent Christ and the church through daily interactions, fostering a welcoming, Christ-centered environment that reflects Red Carpet hospitality.

Ministerial Functions

• Represent Christ and FBA through daily interactions with members, guests, and visitors
• Create a welcoming, Christ-centered environment that reflects Red Carpet hospitality
• Demonstrate biblical character, integrity, and a servant’s heart
• Support the Church’s mission of making disciples by fostering connection and community
• Align personal conduct with the beliefs and values of FBA
• Tithe income to the church

Responsibilities

• Assemble, install, maintain, and troubleshoot commercial and industrial electrical systems and equipment across the FBA campus
• Diagnose and repair electrical distribution systems, including 120/208V, 277/480V, three-phase power, motor controls, Variable Frequency Drives (VFDs), lighting systems, and associated electrical components
• Install and maintain conduit, wiring, panelboards, transformers, switchgear, lighting, receptacles, and other electrical infrastructure in accordance with applicable codes and standards
• Read and interpret electrical blueprints, schematics, one-line diagrams, technical drawings, and specifications to complete installations and repairs
• Perform preventive maintenance, inspections, testing, and troubleshooting using appropriate electrical testing and diagnostic equipment to maximize system reliability and minimize downtime
• Ensure all work complies with the National Electrical Code (NEC), OSHA regulations, NFPA 70E standards, FBA safety policies, and established lockout/tagout procedures
• Maintain accurate service records, electrical documentation, circuit drawings, and preventive maintenance records
• Coordinate with Facilities team members, ministry leaders, contractors, and vendors to support ministry events, campus improvements, and emergency electrical needs
• Respond to after-hours service calls and emergency situations as needed to support ministry operations
• Support the overall ministry and mission of FBA
• Perform other related duties as required

Requirements

• Growing and mature, demonstrated personal relationship with Jesus Christ and a consistent Christ-like attitude and life
• Alignment with the beliefs, values, and mission of First Baptist Atlanta
• Current member of First Baptist Atlanta or enrolled in First Class with the intention of becoming a member within the first three months of employment
• High School Diploma or GED required
• Minimum of five (5) years recent commercial or industrial electrical experience performing work at the Journeyman level; formal electrical apprenticeship or vocational training preferred
• Experience installing, maintaining, troubleshooting, and repairing commercial electrical systems, including 277/480-volt three-phase power distribution, motor controls, and Variable Frequency Drives (VFDs)
• Proficient in reading and interpreting electrical blueprints, schematics, one-line diagrams, technical manuals, and safety procedures
• Working knowledge of the National Electrical Code (NEC), OSHA regulations, NFPA 70E electrical safety practices, and electrical testing and diagnostic equipment
• Experience installing conduit (EMT, RMC, PVC), cable tray, wire pulls, panelboards, switchgear, transformers, and distribution equipment, and performing preventive maintenance with minimal supervision
• Valid driver’s license with an acceptable driving record
• Demonstrated professionalism, sound judgment, strong organizational skills, and the ability to build positive working relationships

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with emergency generators, automatic transfer switches (ATS), lighting controls, building automation systems (BAS), or PLC troubleshooting
• OSHA 10/30 certification or NFPA 70E Electrical Safety training

Benefits

• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance
• Dental insurance