Electrician 1/C
Job Responsibilities
- Lays out work and directs the work of an assigned crew, instructs workers as to their duties and seeing that work is performed satisfactorily and as scheduled.
- Installs, alters, and repairs all types of building wiring, such as conduit, knob and tube, moulding, signal, power, lighting, and similar forms of wiring.
- Bends, cuts, threads, offsets, assembles and fastens conduit ranging in size from ½ to 4 inches, and connects conduit and boxes, used in mounting switches, outlets, fixtures, and fuses and pulls wire through conduit, as required.
- Installs, repairs, and maintains switch panels, automatic controls, relays, breakers, time clocks, cranes, elevators, air compressors, pumps, unit heaters, and similar building service testing for grounds, shorts and other faults and making necessary repairs.
- Also repairs devices such as cameras, card readers, electronic locks, portals, door and gate openers including sensors and controls, and fire systems.
- Proprietary technology equipment and warranty work may be performed by outside vendors.
- Inspects building wiring and electrical equipment, checking loads determining maintenance needs, diagnosing faulty operation, testing for grounds, shorts and other faults and making necessary repairs.
- Makes operational tests on service equipment, as required.
- Makes decorative and special lighting installations, as assigned.
- Prepares lists of materials and tools required to properly complete assigned work.
- Serves as a safety monitor, ensuring all work is performed in accordance with established safety regulations and practices.
- At times, makes arrangements for outages of equipment and utilizes proper lockout/tag out procedures.
- Performs other work as required or as assigned.
Education / Experience Requirements
- A High School Diploma or GED equivalent and two year technical school certificate in a commercial electrical related discipline or equivalent.
- Three or more years of experience in commercial electrical work.
- Must pass the company administered standardized aptitude test (i.e. CAST).
- Good understanding of electrical service equipment and of electrical circuits.
- Strong knowledge of the tools of the trade and with modern methods of electrical maintenance and repair.
- Strong knowledge of National Electrical Code (NEC), State and Municipal codes pertaining to the craft.
- Demonstrated mechanical aptitude.
- Working knowledge of established safety rules and regulations.
- Some indicated ability to instruct and direct the work of others.
- Valid Commercial Driver’s License (1 year to obtain)
Qualifications
- Must have a valid Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) within 1 year of employment.
Skills
- Strong knowledge of electrical service equipment and circuits.
- Ability to interpret and work from plans and drawings.
- Strong knowledge of National Electrical Code (NEC), State and Municipal codes.
- Ability to bend, cut, thread, offset, assemble and fasten conduit.
- Ability to inspect building wiring and electrical equipment.
- Ability to make operational tests on service equipment.
- Ability to make decorative and special lighting installations.
- Ability to prepare lists of materials and tools required to complete work.
- Ability to serve as a safety monitor.
- Ability to arrange for outages of equipment and utilize proper lockout/tag out procedures.
Benefits
Not specified.
Pay
Minimum rate: $40.91/hour
Schedule
Not specified.
Company Information
Headquartered in downtown Pittsburgh, Duquesne Light Company is a leader in providing electric energy and has a history rooted in technological innovation and superior customer service. The company continues its role as a leader in the transmission and distribution of electric energy, providing a secure supply of reliable power to more than half a million customers in southwestern Pennsylvania. Duquesne Light Company is committed to creating a culture of inclusion. We value and respect the unique differences and experiences of our employees. We believe that our differences lead to better collaboration, innovation and outcomes. We want you to join our team!
About the Role
Under semi-direct supervision, to perform the highest skilled electrical work involved in the construction, alteration, and repair of buildings and building service facilities, to direct the work of a crew, and, as assigned, to perform any type of building construction, alteration, and repair work, where qualified.