DoW SkillBridge Fellowship - Electrician

Navy Federal Credit Union; Vienna (VA); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Navy Federal Credit Union is seeking transitioning service members for a unique opportunity in electrical systems installation and maintenance. This role involves working with emergency power systems, electrical fixtures, and diagnosing equipment malfunctions.

Ideal candidates will possess thorough knowledge of electrical systems and codes, have the ability to read blueprints, and demonstrate effective communication skills. The position allows for team collaboration and is designed to help service members gain valuable industry experience.

Qualifications

• Must possess a driver's license.
• Thorough knowledge of local, state and NFPA National Electrical Code (NEC).
• Experience demonstrates thorough knowledge, skill and successful performance at journeyman level.

Responsibilities

• Installs, maintains, and repairs emergency power and electrical systems.
• Diagnoses issues with emergency power systems or electrical equipment.
• Provides technical guidance to employees in other trade areas.

Skills

Knowledge of electrical systems

Ability to read blueprints

Effective communication skills

Commercial electrical maintenance experience

Education

High school diploma or GED equivalent

Journeyman's license or equivalent experience

Job description

Overview

TRANSITIONING SERVICE MEMBERS ONLY AS PART OF THE DOW SKILLBRIDGE PROGRAM To offer eligible Service Members currently approved to participate in the DoW SkillBridge program the opportunity to gain first‑hand experience and insight into Navy Federal's business, technology, resources, and procedures by providing support in focused areas, applying knowledge and education. Participate in a collaborative, team driven network, and interact with multiple departments. Utilize and further develop technical and soft skills, business knowledge, analytical techniques, and creative problem‑solving abilities. Provide professional execution of day‑to‑day tasks and special projects while working within established standards, policies, and procedures.

Responsibilities

• Installs, alters, maintains and repairs emergency power systems, electrical systems, UPS systems and a wide variety of electrical equipment, fixtures, tools and appliances. Electrical systems include single and three phase with 120, 208, 277 and 480 volts, signal circuits, control circuits, and low voltage systems.
• May be designated by management as Lead/Forman of team
• Diagnoses problems, malfunctions, or design alterations to emergency power systems, electrical systems or electrical equipment, fixtures, tools and appliances
• Follows work schedules and reads and interprets directions, blueprints, diagrams, engineering drawings, and manufacturer manuals to complete assigned projects in effective, efficient manner
• Reviews documentation and blueprints of external contractors, architects and engineers to assist with contract development
• Inspects work of external contractors for quality and adherence of specifications
• Plans installation, alteration and repair projects ensuring adherence to safety rules and regulations
• Provides technical guidance to employees in other trade areas
• Performs other related duties as assigned or appropriate

Qualifications

• Must possess driver's license
• Thorough knowledge of local, state and National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) National Electrical Code (NEC)
• Knowledge of the tools, mathematics, codes, materials and safety regulations associated with the electrical trade
• Ability to read and interpret work schedules and directions, blueprints, diagrams, engineering drawings and manufacturer manuals
• Ability to work independently and as a team member to gain the cooperation of others
• Performs other duties as assigned or appropriate
• Desired - Extensive commercial electrical maintenance experience
• Journeyman's license for electricians or the equivalent work experience under a licensed technician
• Successful completion of the Apprenticeship Program for electricians or formal training equivalent
• Experience that demonstrates thorough knowledge, skill and successful performance of job functions at the journeyman level
• Effective interpersonal and verbal communication skills
• High school diploma or GED equivalent

Equal Employment Opportunity

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, sex, color, religion, national origin, disability, veteran status, pregnancy, sexual orientation, genetic information, gender identity or any other basis protected by applicable law.

Accommodations

If you need accommodation or assistance for a qualifying condition to complete the online application (or during any stage of the hiring process), you can contact Navy Federal's Medical Accommodations team at [e-mail] or by calling 1-888-503-6013. This team cannot provide any information on job postings or application status.