Electrician

PRIDE Industries; Fort Bliss (TX); On-site; USD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

PRIDE Industries is seeking an Electrician to support electrical and fire life safety systems at our facilities. Under supervision, you will install, test, maintain and repair electrical equipment following NEC standards and safety policies.

You will read blueprints and schematics, work from specifications, and travel to multiple facilities as required. Strong knowledge of codes, regulations, and safe work practices is essential to ensure reliable operation and compliance.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED with technical training.
• Knowledge of NEC and electrical/wiring principles.
• Ability to read schematics and blueprints.
• Ability to travel to various facilities as needed.
• Strong communication and safety awareness.

Responsibilities

• Complies with NEC and company safety policies when wiring equipment.
• Reads plans and works from blueprints, drawings, or layouts.
• Installs, maintains and operates electrical systems and equipment.
• Locates and troubleshoots problems in electrical systems.
• Keeps records of inspections, repairs and replacements.

Skills

NEC knowledge

Blueprints reading

Safety compliance

Troubleshooting

Communication

Travel readiness

Education

High school diploma or GED

Technical training

Tools

Hand and power tools

Measuring instruments

Job description

Announcement

PRIDE Industries is a fast-paced company with a mission: To Create Jobs for People with Disabilities while providing high quality, value-added solutions to our nationwide customers. We are currently recruiting to fill the following position:

Salary: $30.78 per hour

Telecommute Status

Onsite

AbilityOne

N/A

Job: Electrician

Job Code: 736 - BL-Electrician

SCA Occup: 23160 Electrician, Maintenance

Salary Grade: Federal Wage Determination or Collective Bargaining Agreement

FLSA Status: Non-Exempt

Approval Date: January 2018

POSITION SUMMARY

Under general supervision, works in testing, calibration, modification, maintenance, repair and servicing of electrical and fire life safety infrastructure and facility support equipment. Installs electrical devices, wiring, and systems. Monitors and maintains safe operating condition of all electrical systems and related equipment. This job class requires knowledge of federal and state codes, laws and regulations regarding electrical and fire life safety installation, repair, and maintenance.

TYPICAL DUTIES

• Complies with National Electrical Code and company standards when wiring equipment, following all applicable safety policies and codes.
• Works standard computations relating to load requirements of wiring and electrical equipment.
• Uses a variety of electrician's power and hand tools, measuring and testing instruments.
• Works from blueprints, drawings, layouts, or other specifications.
• Installs, maintains and operates electrical systems, equipment, and appliances, such as generators, transformers, switchboards, controllers, circuit breakers, motors, electric gate crossings, signals, switches, or other equipment.
• Locates and diagnoses problems in the electrical system or equipment.
• Records and reports inspections, repairs performed and equipment replaced.
• Performs other duties and special projects as assigned.
• Denotes Essential Job Function

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• Ability to develop, read, understand, and interpret schematics and blueprints and to do standard computations;
• Knowledge of NEC and electrical/wiring principles; building codes, local, state and federal regulations on electrical and fire life safety installation, repair, and maintenance;
• Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing; to act responsively to customer inquiries and requests; and to upscale the more difficult matters appropriately;
• Ability to manage and accurately track material resources and time, and adapt to changing work priorities;
• Ability to work on complex projects with general direction and minimal guidance, to work independently and as a team, and to build effective working relationships;
• Ability to manage material resources, changing priorities, workflow, multiple projects and deadlines;
• Use of own tools may be required;
• Ability to work safely and understand all safety requirements and company policy;
• Ability to travel to various facilities.

EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS

High School Diploma or GED

Technical/other training

CERTIFICATES OR LICENSES REQUIRED

The following licenses or certificates may be required depending on local, state and/or contract requirements:

• State Electrician License
• Valid Driver's License

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

• Using fine motor coordination, concentration, and good vision to differentiate between colors
• Bending, kneeling, and stooping, and maneuvering in and around work areas
• May lift or move boxes or equipment up to 50 pounds
• Working in confined spaces
• Climbing ladders

WORK ENVIRONMENT

Work is performed primarily in an office environment with limited privacy and exposure to noise from others conducting business. The remainder of work is performed on job sites in the field, driving to and from worksite. Employees may be exposed to hazardous equipment, toxic substances, noise from equipment, and depending on external weather conditions, wind, rain, cold, and heat.

DISCLAIMER

The above information on this description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification. It is not designed to be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of employees to this job. Employees are expected to follow their supervisor’s instructions and to perform the tasks requested by their supervisors.

At PRIDE, we make a difference in the lives of many, one job at a time.

PRIDE Industries is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Thank you for considering a career with us—we look forward to connecting with you!