Electrical Trades Specialist- Tiered Sign-On Bonus up to $5,000

About the role

The Physical Plant division of Wake County General Services Administration is seeking a qualified Electrical Senior Technician. This position offers excellent benefits including paid holidays, vacation days, health insurance, a 401K, and a retirement plan. Applicants can also take advantage of a Sign-On Bonus.

Responsibilities

• Plans and organizes work on service requests with all electrical related work orders.
• Provides leadership and expertise when distributing work orders to proper shop specialists and technicians.
• Provides detailed scheduling with Electrical Technicians to ensure all service requests are completed in a timely manner.
• Distinguish between “Emergency” (total power loss or life safety risk) and “Scheduled” (preventative maintenance, lighting upgrades, project proposals) on daily service requests.
• Assists Electrical Technicians with routine as well as emergency service requests.
• Assists Electrical technicians with daily preventive and corrective maintenance in all Wake County facilities including high and medium security facilities.
• Maintain and enter information on repairs and requests into Wake County's Computerized Maintenance Management System (CMMS).
• Oversee outside contractors that bid and perform Electrical related work.
• Work with engineers on new projects and existing building problems.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED
• Three years of experience in electrical maintenance
• Valid Driver's License and "safe" driving record

Qualifications

• Five years of experience installing or maintaining commercial electrical systems up to 480V
• Experience operating personnel lifts and bucket trucks
• Experience with interior and exterior commercial LED lighting

Skills

• Experience with LED lighting and lighting control systems
• Read and interpret blueprints, work orders, and electrical schematics
• Knowledge of applicable building codes and regulations
• Collaborate effectively with other trades staff
• Strong problem-solving and decision-making skills
• Clear verbal communication and active listening
• Work safely from ladders and motorized lifts
• Operate personnel lifts, bucket trucks, and forklifts
• Thrive in a fast-paced environment
• Effective time management
• Familiarity with workplace safety practices and PPE in accordance with OSHA

Benefits

This position offers excellent benefits including paid holidays, vacation days, health insurance, a 401K, and a retirement plan. Applicants can also take advantage of a Sign-On Bonus.

Pay

Hiring Range: $27.20 - $34.92

Market Range: $27.20 - $42.63

Schedule

Monday - Friday 7:00am - 4:00pm

Location

General Services Center Raleigh, NC 27603

Equal Opportunity Statement

Wake County provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability or genetics. Position may require a background check that may include: criminal, credit, motor vehicle, education, and sexual offender registry or others based on job requirements. Unless required by state law, a record of conviction will not automatically exclude you from consideration for employment.

Background Check Statement

Position may require a background check that may include: criminal, credit, motor vehicle, education, and sexual offender registry or others based on job requirements. Unless required by state law, a record of conviction will not automatically exclude you from consideration for employment.

Emergency Service Worker Statement

In the event of an emergency, as determined by the County Manager or designee, participation in preparedness and response operations should be expected. Employee may be required to fill a temporary assignment in a role different from standard duties, work hours and/or work location in preparation for, during and after the emergency.