Union Electrician

ABM Industries is seeking a Union Electrician to support the electrical needs of a commercial facility in the Boston, MA area.

About the role

This position is responsible for performing electrical maintenance and repair, responding to service requests, and assisting with routine upkeep of facility electrical systems.

Responsibilities

• Conduct building tours, maintain equipment logs, and report deficiencies.
• Assemble, install, test, and maintain electrical or electronic wiring, equipment, and fixtures using hand tools and power tools.
• Diagnose malfunctioning systems and components using testing equipment to locate the cause of breakdowns.
• Inspect electrical systems, equipment, and components to identify hazards, defects, and the need for adjustment or repair, ensuring compliance with local codes.
• Review blueprints to determine the location of wiring and equipment for troubleshooting and to ensure conformance to building and safety codes.
• Work from ladders, scaffolds, and roofs to install, maintain, or repair electrical wiring, equipment, and fixtures.
• Install conduit (pipes or tubing) inside designated partitions, walls, or other concealed areas, and pull insulated wires or cables through the conduit to complete circuits between boxes.
• Perform monthly generator testing along with annual load bank testing.
• Provide preliminary sketches and cost estimates for materials and services.
• Provide assistance during emergencies by operating floodlights and generators.
• Understand the operation and maintenance of life safety equipment, including emergency generators, fire alarm systems, UPS systems, and Automatic Transfer Switches (ATS).
• Review and follow SOPs for site-specific equipment and systems.
• Actively function as a team member and demonstrate commitment to quality of service.
• Comply with ABM Industries policies and procedures and participate in the safety program.
• Maintain regular attendance in the workplace.
• Provide the highest quality of service to tenants, staff, and visitors at the facility.
• Participate in regular required communication with the Operations Manager and Plant Manager.
• Respond to emergencies as needed.

Requirements

• MA Electrical License.
• High School diploma or equivalent educational certification preferred.
• A minimum of 4 to 6 years as a licensed electrician in a commercial building.
• Advanced knowledge of OSHA, NEC, and NFC codes and regulations.
• Ability to effectively communicate in writing as needed.
• Strong working knowledge of web-based CMMS systems.
• Valid driver’s license.

Pay

$56.61 per hour. The pay listed is the hourly rate for this position. A specific offer will vary based on applicant’s experience, skills, abilities, geographic location, and alignment with market data.

Schedule

Monday – Friday, 6:00 AM – 2:00 PM.

Benefits

ABM offers a comprehensive benefits package. For information about ABM’s benefits, visit ABM Employee Benefits | Staff & Management.