Electrician I - Mecklenburg County-Government Facilities

Aramark; Charlotte (NC); On-site; USD 41,000 - 51,000; Full time

Job summary

Aramark is hiring an Electrician to support Mecklenburg County facilities in the Charlotte, NC area. You will perform repairs, troubleshooting, and maintenance across ~75 county buildings, with a focus on safety and service quality.

The role requires a NC Electrical License (preferred), valid driver's license, and 10+ years of electrical experience in service or facilities environments. Typical hours are 7:30 AM–4:00 PM, with occasional after-hours calls and winter weather support.

Qualifications

• Active North Carolina State Electrical License preferred.
• Valid driver's license with a good driving record.
• 10+ years of electrical experience in service, commercial, institutional, or facilities maintenance.
• Strong troubleshooting skills with lighting systems, breakers, panels, and building electrical systems.
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints, schematics, and electrical drawings.
• Knowledge of electrical safety procedures, codes, and industry standards.
• Ability to work independently across multiple facilities and prioritize service requests.
• Ability to lift, carry, push, pull, bend, climb ladders, walk, and stand for extended periods.
• Work schedule: Monday-Friday, 7:30 AM-4:00 PM, with after-hours calls.

Responsibilities

• Perform electrical repairs, maintenance, and troubleshooting in county-owned facilities.
• Replace ballasts, lamps, breakers, switches, receptacles, lighting fixtures, and related components.
• Inspect, test, and diagnose electrical systems to ensure safe operation.
• Read and interpret blueprints, schematics, drawings, and electrical specifications.
• Install, examine, repair, and maintain wiring, conduits, feeders, and electrical equipment.
• Complete preventive maintenance activities and maintain maintenance records.
• Respond to work orders and service requests promptly.
• Support general facilities maintenance across ~75 county buildings.
• Communicate with facility personnel, managers, and the maintenance team.
• Follow safety procedures, electrical codes, PPE, and Aramark standards.
• Occasional after-hours call responses; snow/ice removal when needed.

Skills

Electrical troubleshooting

Blueprints & schematics reading

Electrical safety procedures

Independent multi-site work

Physical ability

License preferred: NC Electrical

Job description

Electrician I - Mecklenburg County-Government Facilities

Requisition #: 683408 Location: Charlotte, NC, US Career Area: Facilities

Job Description

$30/hr-$37/hr

Aramark Facilities Management is hiring anElectrician to support Mecklenburg County facilities throughout the Charlotte, NC area. In this role, you will help maintain electrical systems across approximately 75 county buildings by performing electrical repairs, troubleshooting issues, replacing lighting components, and supporting facility maintenance operations. This position is ideal for an experienced Electrician, Maintenance Electrician, Electrical Technician, or Building Maintenance Technician who enjoys service-focused work in a stable environment rather than high-volume construction projects. During winter weather events, you may also assist with snow and ice removal efforts to help keep facilities safe and operational. The successful candidate will have a valid North Carolina Electrical License, a strong safety mindset, and a commitment to reliable customer service.

Job Responsibilities

• Perform electrical repairs, maintenance, and troubleshooting in county-owned facilities.
• Replace ballasts, lamps, breakers, switches, receptacles, lighting fixtures, and related electrical components.
• Inspect, test, and diagnose electrical systems to identify issues and ensure safe operation.
• Read and interpret blueprints, schematics, drawings, and electrical specifications.
• Install, examine, repair, and maintain wiring, conduits, feeders, and electrical equipment.
• Complete preventive maintenance activities and maintain accurate maintenance records.
• Respond to work orders and service requests in a timely and professional manner.
• Support general facilities maintenance operations as needed across approximately 75 county buildings.
• Communicate effectively with facility personnel, managers, and maintenance team members.
• Follow all safety procedures, electrical codes, PPE requirements, and Aramark operating standards.
• Participate in occasional after-hours call responses for urgent facility needs.
• Assist with snow and ice removal operations during winter weather events when required.

Qualifications

Required

• Active North Carolina State Electrical License preferred, candidates with licenses in other states will be considered.
• Valid driver's license with a good driving record.
• 10+ years of electrical experience, preferably in service, commercial, institutional, or facilities
• maintenance environments.
• Strong troubleshooting skills involving lighting systems, breakers, panels, and building electrical systems.
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints, schematics, and electrical drawings.
• Knowledge of electrical safety procedures, codes, and industry standards.
• Ability to work independently across multiple facilities and prioritize service requests.
• Ability to lift, carry, push, pull, bend, climb ladders, walk, and stand for extended periods.
• Ability to work Monday-Friday, 7:30 AM-4:00 PM, and respond to occasional after-hours calls.

Preferred

• Experience supporting government, municipal, healthcare, education, or large commercial facilities.
• Experience with preventive maintenance programs and computerized work order systems.
• Experience supporting multiple sites or geographically dispersed facilities.
• General facilities maintenance experience beyond electrical work.

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