Incumbents inspect, isolate, and repair electrical malfunctions using various test instruments; maintain and repair troubleshoot fire, alarm, clock, programmable lighting and access systems; test electrical equipment for safety and efficiency; plan the layout and wiring of a new or remodeled installations; fabricate electrical parts; inspect completed work for conformance with specifications, requirements and compliance with applicable building and safety codes and regulations; inspect related work performed by contractors; estimate cost, time and materials for electrical projects; participate in the maintenance and operations of an electrical shop; clean, maintain and service tools and equipment used in the performance of duties.
Primary Responsibilities:
Examples of key duties are interpreted as being descriptive and not restrictive in nature. The following duties are listed both as trade specific and shared responsibilities.
- Performs electrical installations, changes lamps and ballast.
- Troubleshoots, repairs, and maintains electrical distribution systems including electric motors, electric controls, fire alarms, and clock systems.
- Ensures building fire alarms and emergency electrical systems are operational; performs certification testing on alarm systems.
- Installs, troubleshoots, and repairs new equipment and systems, including all building lights and programmable lighting controls.
- Monitors work done by outside contractors for adherence to National Electric Code Requirements and reports back to supervisor.
- Assists in the writing of specifications for repairs and new construction.
- Reports supply status to supervisor (i.e. when materials are framing low)
- Reports job completion to supervisor.
- Performs additional duties as assigned.
Position Requirements:
Thorough knowledge of electrical theory and methods, materials, tools, equipment and systems used in the electrical trade; thorough knowledge of applicable state and federal codes and regulations pertaining to the electrical trade; computer logic and programming; inspection of, identification, and knowledge of all electrical distribution systems (24-12K volts); methods and practices followed in the maintenance of tools machinery, and equipment; safety precautions to be observed in the maintenance and installation of electronic and mechanical equipment.
This description is not necessarily an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, skills, duties, requirements, efforts or working conditions associated with the job. While this is intended to be an accurate reflection of the current job, management reserves the right to revise the job or require that other or different tasks be performed when circumstances (changes in personnel, workload, rush jobs, emergencies, or technological developments) change.
Journeyman or master certification is required*
Working Conditions:
Indoor/ outdoor and electrical equipment environment.
