Maintenance Electrician

GENERAL DESCRIPTION / PRIMARY PURPOSE

The Maintenance Electrician performs a variety of electrical trade functions in the maintenance, troubleshooting, and repair of equipment for the generation, distribution, or utilization of electric energy.

MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES AND TASKS/DUTIES OF THE POSITION

• Conduct operational status checks
• Repair, troubleshoot, and maintain a variety of electrical equipment such as generators, transformers, switchboards, controllers, circuit breakers, motors, and environmental controls
• Ability to identify and diagnose faults in electrical systems and ancillary equipment
• Replace defective breaker controls, thermostats, switches, fuses, and electrical wiring
• Assist with parts, material storage, and inventory
• Develop training programs for teammates
• Assist with general HVAC/maintenance work
• Other general maintenance, housekeeping, plumbing, and electrical duties as required
• Any and all other duties assigned by your Supervisor/Manager/Lead

 

JOB SPECIFIC COMPETENCIES

• EXPERIENCE: Minimum of five years' experience in electrical maintenance and repair. Previous experience in an industrial/commercial environment is preferred.

 

• SKILLS:
  • Must have good communication skills, have the ability to read, write, speak, and understand English
  • Ability to read blueprints, building plans and schematics as required
  • Must be able to read and comply with work orders concerning service, modification, or installation of equipment
  • The ability to use a variety of power tools, hand tools, measuring and testing instruments, and meters safely
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Products, Outlook, Word, Excel, and PowerPoint
  • Excellent customer service skills

 

• ADDITIONAL:
• Hands-on ability to work in a team-oriented environment.
• Required to work independently and with limited supervision.
• Comply with all policies, safety guidelines, and procedures; follow all contract specifications and maintain compliance.
• Must be able to maintain regular and acceptable attendance, follow directions, interact well with co-workers, understand and follow posted work rules/procedures.
• Must have a government security clearance or ability to obtain upon hire.

 

EDUCATION AND CERTIFICATION

• HS Diploma or GED required; Associates or Bachelor's degree in engineering or related field desired.
• Electrical License preferred
• Universal Refrigerant License desired

 

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

The work environment, while generally hazard free, may include some exposure to dust and varying temperatures. This position requires the individual to work both inside and outside, sometimes in inclement weather conditions. May require lifting up to 50 pounds with or without assistance. Constant walking and standing for extended periods of time may be required. Reaching, bending, pushing, pulling, climbing, kneeling, and balancing may be needed. Significant hand and finger dexterity is required, along with the ability to work in tight/confined spaces. In addition, the use of ladders may be required, which includes the ability to use/carry ladders, lift, and climb up to 30ft. in length.

 

WORK HOUR REQUIREMENT

This position is full time (40 hours per week) and may include some shift work including Saturdays and Sundays. Ability to work overtime as needed. Regular schedule is 10am - 6pm, M-F.

 

ESSENTIAL PERSONNEL

This position is designated as essential. This means that when the facility is faced with an institutional emergency, employees in this position may be required to remain at their work location or to report to work to protect, recover, and continue operations at the facility.

Satellite Services Inc. is an Affirmative Action/Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. We are also committed to utilizing recruitment efforts towards and to ensure reasonable accommodation for individuals protected by Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, the Vietnam Veterans' Readjustment Act of 1974, and Title I of the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990.