Electrician (Institutional)

Sierra Lobo; Sandusky (OH); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Sierra Lobo is looking for an Electrician at the NASA Glenn Research Center in Sandusky, Ohio. You will perform electrical trade functions including installation and repair of various electrical equipment.

The ideal candidate will have a journeyman certificate or an associate's degree in Engineering Technology. Strong communication skills and the ability to troubleshoot electrical systems are essential.

Qualifications

• Journeyman certificate or equivalent skills and experience.
• Familiarity with basic electrical codes and NEC handbook.
• Ability to follow verbal and written instructions.

Responsibilities

• Install or repair a variety of electrical equipment.
• Work from blueprints, drawings, and layouts.
• Locate and diagnose trouble in electrical systems.

Skills

Electrical trade functions

Troubleshooting electrical systems

Communication skills

Time organization and prioritization

Education

Journeyman certificate or equivalent skills

Associate of Applied Science Degree in Engineering Technology

Tools

Electrician's hand tools

Measuring and testing instruments

Job description

Overview

The Test Facilities Operation, Maintenance and Engineering (TFOME) contract at the NASA Glenn Research Center, Neil A. Armstrong Test Facility in Sandusky, Ohio is searching for an Electrician to perform a variety of electrical trade functions such as the installation, maintenance, or repair of equipment for the generation, distribution, or utilization of electric energy.

Responsibilities

• Install or repair a variety of electrical equipment such as generators, transformers, switchboards, controllers, circuit breakers, motors, heating units, conduit systems, or other transmission equipment.
• Work from blueprints, drawings, layouts, or other specifications.
• Locate and diagnose trouble in electrical systems or equipment.
• Work standard computations relating to load requirements of wiring or electrical equipment.
• Use a variety of electrician's hand tools and measuring and testing instruments.

Qualifications

• Journeyman certificate or equivalent skills and experience or an Associate of Applied Science Degree in Engineering Technology plus two (2) years of related experience.
• Familiarity with basic electrical codes and knowledge of proper use of the NEC handbook.
• Ability to follow verbal and written instructions from engineering or supervision.
• Ability to use own judgment and decisions to allow continuity of work flow.
• Must be self‑motivated and a team player with good interpersonal and communication skills.
• Must be able to organize time and assignments to properly prioritize efforts for maximum effectiveness.