GENERAL DESCRIPTION
This is an entry level electrical position at Tampa International Airport. Electrician I will be expected to perform basic electrical task and assist higher level electricians with electrical maintenance, repairs and installation to the building power system, building lighting system, exterior lighting system, illuminated signage, airfield lighting systems and emergency power systems. This position will require a basic understanding of Microsoft Office products, National Electrical Code, blueprints and electrical schematics. Communication skills both verbal and in writing will be required to ensure customer satisfaction. This position could be required to work shift work, weekends and holidays. Additionally, this position must be able to work safely at varying heights, operate lifts and lift up to 40 pounds.
COMPENSATION
$20.70-$21.73 hourly, based on experience
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
- Performs basic work or assists higher level electricians in commercial and industrial electrical repair and modification duties such as: Installing, maintaining, altering and repairing wiring, power appliances, light machinery and electrical circuits.
- Installing, maintaining and repairing electric motors, generators and related electrical and mechanical equipment.
- Installing electrical fixtures and appliances.
- Performing electrical work on photoelectric calls, time clocks, electric heaters, air conditioners, motor generator units, air compressors and traffic counters.
- Adjusting and cleaning limit switches and warning devices.
- Setting up, holding, climbing, and doing electrical work from ladders and scaffolding up to a height of 35 feet.
- Cleans work sites upon work completion.
- Drives a motor vehicle to and from work sites and loads and unloads tools and equipment.
- Performs other related duties as required..
- Collects and maintains an accurate inventory of all in-use equipment, maintain service records, upgrades, and warranty information.
- Responsible for maintaining confidential information
- Responsible for maintaining regular communication with supervisor and management staff using email, mobile phones, regular team meetings, radios, portable devices, work order management system, and other communication tools.
- Performs continuous skills updates, training, and research to stay abreast of current and emerging related technologies and product enhancements.
- Regular and reliable attendance is required as an essential function of the position.
This list is not intended to be all-inclusive, and you may not be responsible for every item listed. The employer reserves the right to assign additional functions and responsibilities as necessary.
REQUIRED FOR ALL HCAA JOBS
- In the event of an emergency or disaster that impacts the Hillsborough County Aviation Authority (HCAA), an employee may be required to respond promptly to duties and responsibilities as assigned by the employee’s department or the HCAA Emergency Operations Center (EOC). Such assignments may be before, during, or after the emergency/disaster.
- Complies with all HCAA Policies, Procedures, and Standards.
- Performs other duties as assigned.
QUALIFICATIONS (EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE, LICENSES & CERTIFICATIONS)
- One (1) year of experience as an electrician,
- Or equivalent combination of education, training, and experience that would reasonably be expected to provide the job-related competencies noted below.
- Must possess a valid, current Florida Driver License at the level required for the position when operating an Authority vehicle or driving on behalf of the Authority.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
- Associate's or higher degree from an accredited college or university with a major in an Electronics Technology or IT field; and one year of experience in the installation, maintenance, and repair of electronic systems
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KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES
- Working knowledge of safety requirements.
- Working knowledge of Cardio Pulmonary Resuscitation (CPR).
- Some knowledge of basic electricity.
- Some knowledge of electrical industry standards.
- Some knowledge of the functions and operations of electrical equipment.
- Some knowledge of the materials and tools used in the maintenance and repair of electrical equipment.
- Skill in the use and care of electrical testing, diagnostic, and repair equipment.
- Ability to work in confined spaces, on ladders, scaffolding, towers, and lift buckets up to a considerable height.
- Ability to lift and carry up to 75 pounds.
- Ability to distinguish differences in wire, cable colors, sizes, and types.
- Ability and willingness to be in an on-call status and respond to call-outs, working non-standard duty hours and rotating shifts that include nights, weekends, and holidays.
- Ability to follow oral and written instructions.
- Ability to follow established procedures.
- Ability to work effectively with others.
- Ability to read and understand job-related material.
- Ability to operate a standard motor vehicle safely.
The Aviation Authority-Tampa International Airport provides equal employment opportunity to all persons, regardless of age, race, religion, color, national origin, sex, political affiliations, marital status, non-disqualifying physical or mental disability, age, sexual orientation, membership, or non-membership in an employee organization, or based on personal favoritism or other non-merit factors.
The Aviation Authority-Tampa International Airport welcomes and encourages applications from minorities, veterans, and persons with physical and mental disabilities, and will reasonably accommodate the needs of those persons in the application and testing process. The decision to grant reasonable accommodation requests will be made case-by-case.
