Electrician

Saint-Louis-Zoo; St. Louis (MO); On-site; USD 60,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

The Saint Louis Zoo is seeking an Electrician to install, maintain and repair electrical control, wiring and lighting systems across the campus. As a key Facilities Management team member, you will support the Zoo’s mission and uphold its core values.

Responsibilities include reading diagrams, using the CMMS, and ensuring safety with PPE. The role may require on-call, weekend or evening coverage and collaboration with multiple Zoo departments.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Minimum of two years’ experience in installing, maintaining and repairing electrical systems.
• Must possess a valid driver’s license.
• Background check and drug test required.

Responsibilities

• Assemble, install, test and maintain electrical components, wiring, equipment and fixtures.
• Inspect electrical systems and components to identify hazards and ensure code compliance.
• Troubleshoot electrical issues using appropriate testing devices.
• Use CMMS for work orders, scheduling and record keeping.
• Read technical diagrams and blueprints.
• Monitor building automation systems for efficiency and reliability.
• Provide on-call, weekend or evening coverage as needed.

Skills

Electrical systems

Maintenance

Safety compliance

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Tools

CMMS

Job description

SUMMARY:The Electrician will install, maintain and repair all aspects of the electrical control, wiring and lighting systems throughout the Saint Louis Zoo. As an active member of Facilities Management, this position will support the Zoo’s mission and advocate the Zoo’s core values and three keys.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:The following reflects Management’s definition of essential functions for this position but does not restrict additional assigned tasks. Management may assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this position.

• Assemble, install, test and maintain electrical components, electronic wiring, equipment, appliances, apparatus and fixtures.
• As per code compliance, inspect electrical systems, transformers, circuit breakers and other electrical components to identify hazards, defects, the need for adjustment or repair and to ensure compliance with codes.
• Troubleshoot and trace electrical issues using appropriate testing devices.
• Utilize the CMMS work order system for work scheduling, preventative maintenance programs and record keeping.
• Read technical diagrams and blueprints.
• Utilize the building automation system to monitor, diagnose and ensure systems are operating at full efficiency.
• Analyze electrical system requirements, conduct research on new equipment and procedures, and recommend new systems or modifications.
• Provide on-call, weekend or evening event coverage if needed.
• Ensure that proper safety guidelines and usage of PPE are followed at all times.
• Know and understand the Zoo employee handbook and adhere to all stated disciplinary actions and personnel policies.
• Work in close collaboration with all Zoo internal departments.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Supervision of other employees is not a responsibility of this position.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Minimum of two years’ experience in the technical fields involving the installation, maintenance and repair of electrical systems and equipment preferred.
• Commitment to excellence and high standards.
• Good attendance record and work ethic.
• Versatility, flexibility, and a willingness to work within constantly changing priorities with enthusiasm.
• Must possess a valid driver’s license.

All successful candidates for this position will be required to undergo a criminal background check and a drug test. As this is a safety-sensitive role, a negative drug test result is mandatory. The drug test screens for five substances, including marijuana.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Must be able to push, pull, bend, squat, stoop, and twist many times a day.
• Must be able to safely lift, carry and load 50 pounds.
• Physical capacity to endure exposure to inclement weather, dust, potentially dangerous and unpredictable animal species, potentially dangerous machinery, restraint devices and hazardous chemicals. Use of proper PPE may be required.

WORK ENVIRONMENT:

This position will work in both a shop environment and outside. Significant exposure to weather is possible.

Education

High School or better.

Experience

2 years: Minimum of two years’ experience in the technical fields involving the installation, maintenance and repair of electrical systems and equipment preferred.

Equal Opportunity Employer This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws.For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.