Electrical Service Technician

metropowercareers; Jacksonville (FL); On-site; USD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Metro Power in Jacksonville, FL, seeks Lead Electrical Service Technicians to install, troubleshoot and repair electrical systems per NEC standards at homes and businesses. You will supervise crews, read blueprints, and use diagnostic tools to identify problems and recommend repairs.

Ideal candidates have strong knowledge of electrical equipment, tools, and safety practices, and can communicate clearly with customers while maintaining high professional standards.

Qualifications

• Current Driver's License and reliable transportation.
• Knowledge of electrical installation and troubleshooting.
• 3-5 years of electrical experience.
• Georgia Electrical Contractors License preferred.
• Completion of an electrical apprenticeship preferred.

Responsibilities

• Troubleshoot electrical systems and perform NEC-based repairs.
• Supervise small crews and coordinate with journeymen and apprentices.
• Review plans and specs to plan work and manage materials.
• Maintain company vehicle and complete time sheets.
• Uphold safety and conduct hazard analyses daily.

Skills

Blueprints

Schematics

Electrical testing

Diagnostic tools

Safety mindset

Education

High School diploma or GED

Electrical apprenticeship preferred

Georgia Electrical Contractors License preferred

Tools

Voltmeters

Cable testers

Thermal scanners

Ammeters

Power tools

Job description

Role, Function & Organization

Lead Electrical Service Technicians install, troubleshoot, and repair electrical systems and associated equipment and materials while adhering to National Electric Code standards (NEC) or equipment specifications. Service technicians are charged with representing the company in a positive and professional manner while interacting with homeowners, business owners and operators and safely and efficiently use diagnostic equipment, hand, and power tools to identify electrical problems and recommend repairs. Technicians possess a solutions-based mindset and exhibit professionalism and analytical thought while troubleshooting systems and optimizing their knowledge, skills, and experience to satisfy customer needs. Technicians must have a strong knowledge of blueprints, schematics, voltmeters, cable testers, thermal scanners, and ammeters.

Metro Power we believe in the Power to Serve along with the Pursuit of Excellence. As such the following values guide our behaviors: A Servant’s Heart – Focus on the Needs of Others, Wisdom – Insightful, Integrity – Honesty and Trustworthy, Courage – Decisive and Confident in Others, Humility – Modest and Respectful, Passion – Unfailing Dedication

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Field Work Requirements:

• Troubleshoot all electrical systems and effect repairs per the NEC or equipment specifications
• Possess a strong knowledge of electrical equipment, materials, and major tools
• Perform all electrical tasks safely with minimal general supervision
• Perform all work in a safe and efficient manner.

Supervise Others:

• Proceed with work from plans and specifications, supervising small crews
• Understand the scope of drawings and demonstrate the ability to supervise others in their work performance
• Direct and work with journeymen, apprentices, and helpers

Administrative Responsibilities:

• Use existing technology to perform supplies and materials inventory and reorder when needed
• Review plans and specs and create an effective plan of work
• Quantify, monitor, and report progress of work
• Maintain company vehicle in good working order
• Code time sheets and submit expense reports

Safety/Hazard Recognition & Elimination:

• Pre-plan and identify methods to eliminate hazards daily and perform BBS audits
• Identify hazards in the work environment and document them on a JHA or remove them
• Uphold safety as the most important goal of our company. Support goal of achieving zero accidents
• Promote and encourage open communication between field and office regarding all safety concerns, suggestions, improvements, and PPE needed
• Obtain safety training as expected by all company personnel
• Follow all safety rules and procedures and ensure others do as well (morale obligation)
• Wear personal protective equipment (hard hat, work boots, safety glasses, respirator when required)
• Wear boot covers when entering homes and places of business

Qualifications and Requirements

• Current Driver's License and reliable transportation required (Not all job sites are served by public transportation)
• Knowledge of electrical installation and troubleshooting required
• High School diploma or GED (or equivalent training) required
• 3-5 years (or more) of previous electrical experience required
• Georgia Electrical Contractors License preferred
• Completion of an electrical apprenticeship preferred

Knowledge, SKILL, and Abilities

• Positive safety attitude and personal integrity – both are non-negotiable
• Represent the company in a positive way (clean uniforms, vehicles, tools, professionalism)
• Positively identify colors of wires
• Bend conduit by hand with hand benders
• Must use all power tools, saws, threaders, wire tuggers, hydraulic benders, and knockout punches
• Capable of digging trenches, either by use of hand tools or power equipment
• Operate equipment, trenchers, forklifts, lulls, and backhoes in a safe manner
• Always adhere to safe work practices as outlined in Company Safety Policy Handbook, Haz-Com Policy, and Lockout/TagoutPolicy
• Operate two-handed tools/equipment, cable cutters, hammer drills, compression tools & jack hammers
• Operate company vehicles according and state laws and company policies
• Operate and work from mechanical personnel lifts (electric or gas powered)
• Supervise assigned job site employees to complete project

MetroPower is an Equal Opportunity Employer. #LI-AR1