Electrician

About the Role

Primary duties focus on performing installation, maintenance, and repair of electrical and electronic equipment at a government facility. This includes maintenance, repair, and modification of interior and exterior electrical wiring, exterior high voltage/low voltage electrical circuits/systems, and equipment associated with electrical components throughout the assigned facilities.

Responsibilities

• Performs repair, overhaul, maintenance, and servicing of commercial and industrial electrical/electronic systems, locating and diagnosing trouble in the electrical system or equipment.
• Testing, installation, repair, and maintenance of a variety of electrical equipment, such as generators, ATS, UPS, transformers, switchboards, controllers, door operators, circuit breakers, motors, heating units, conduit systems, IR scans, or other transmission equipment.
• Performs fire alarm system and/or call systems testing and maintenance.
• Maintains the general cleanliness and appearance of assigned spaces and the workshop.
• Assists maintenance teams.
• Solely identifies and resolves failures/alarms related to critical building equipment.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Must have the skill and knowledge to use all hand and power tools, test equipment, shop machines, aerial booms, and other tools utilized by the craft.
• Knowledgeable and skilled in maintaining and repairing exterior and interior electrical wiring and components.
• Familiarity with all appropriate safety practices for working with hand and power tools.
• Ability to read and comprehend schematics, blueprints, and shop drawings.
• Strong communication skills, both verbal and written.
• Ability to troubleshoot systems using electronics, computers, and software systems.
• Proficiency in using computers for checking email, data entry on CMMS, and training.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalency.
• Five (5) years of experience associated with commercial facilities.
• Electrician License preferred.

Physical Requirements

• Possible exposure to hazardous materials, requiring use of respirators and personal protective safety attire and equipment.
• Lifting and carrying varies dependent on location of equipment, up to 30-40ft height.
• Ability to push 50 pounds (maintenance equipment); ability to lift a minimum of 50 pounds (supplies and equipment).
• Possible exposure to confined spaces such as ductwork, pits, and crawl spaces.
• Regular attendance is required to be successful in this position.

Special Requirements

• Must be able to successfully pass a federal, state, or local government's background investigation.

This job description is subject to change by the employer as the needs of the employer and requirements of the job change. The employer maintains a drug-free workplace and may perform pre-employment substance abuse testing.