INDUSTRIAL ELECTRICIAN

Dorchester County; North Charleston (SC); On-site; USD 52,000 - 76,000; Full time

Job summary

Dorchester County is seeking an experienced electrician to install, test, troubleshoot, and repair electrical wiring, fixtures, control devices, and SCADA systems within a water and sewer utility environment. The role requires reading drawings and schematics, performing preventative maintenance, and maintaining detailed records.

The position is full-time, with on-call responsibilities during emergencies, normal hours Monday–Friday, and potential weekend coverage.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED with education in electrical maintenance/repair.
• Six years of related experience or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Valid state driver’s license; electrician certification preferred.

Responsibilities

• Installs, tests, maintains, troubleshoots and repairs electrical wiring, fixtures, control devices and equipment for projects and maintenance.
• Reads and interprets drawings, blueprints, electrical code specifications and schematics.
• Diagnoses and repairs malfunctioning systems using test equipment.
• Performs preventative maintenance and maintains records.
• Operates and repairs SCADA and related equipment.
• Ensures safety and compliance with policies and regulations.

Skills

Electrical maintenance

Reading blueprints

Troubleshooting

Interpret drawings

Education

High school diploma or GED + electrical maintenance coursework

Tools

SCADA systems

Electrical test equipment

Job description

The purpose of this job is to install, test, troubleshoot and repair electrical wiring, fixtures, control devices and related equipment in a water and sewer utility environment; and to routinely perform preventative maintenance on all equipment and components in order to ensure the continued safe, efficient and effective operations of all equipment and fixtures utilized by the organization.

This position works under general supervision, independently developing work methods and sequences.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

• Installs, tests, maintains, troubleshoots and repairs electrical wiring, fixtures, control devices and equipment for both new and rework projects as well as for ongoing maintenance.
• Reads and interprets drawings, blueprints, electrical code specifications and schematics in order to effectively troubleshoot, maintain and repair equipment.
• Diagnoses, locates the cause of, and repairs malfunctioning systems and components using test equipment.
• Replaces level controls, float switches, pumps and pump motors.
• Troubleshoots pump station electrical controls,
• Performs preventative maintenance through inspection of electrical systems, equipment and components.
• Maintains accurate and up-to-date maintenance records.
• Tests electrical systems and continuity of circuits in electrical wiring, equipment and fixtures.
• Performs duties in accordance with applicable policies, procedures, laws, regulations, contracts, permits, and standards of quality and safety.
• Works on other electrical projects as required.
• Performs unsupervised emergency repairs and services including general electrical and plant failures.
• Is subject to 24-hour on-call status as assigned.
• Installs, maintains and operates Supervisor Control and Data Acquisition (SCADA) operating system.
• Repairs control panels, starters, float switches, pumps, aerators, chlorine equipment, etc.; ensures the maintenance of consistent system performance levels at set standards.
• Performs other related job duties as assigned.

All County employees are considered public servants for the citizens of Dorchester County. When requested before, during, or after an emergency event, County employees are expected to work and serve the public in coping with the emergency.

Minimum Education and Experience Requirements

High school diploma or GED supplemented by education in electrical maintenance and repair, industrial technology or a closely related field.

Six years of related experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

Special Qualifications, Certifications and Licenses

Must possess and maintain a valid state driver’s license with an acceptable driving history.

Electrician certification preferred.

Unavoidable Hazards (Work Environment)

Work is performed?in an environment with heavy equipment and machinery that could result in bodily harm to my co-workers or others.?

Dorchester?County has the right to revise this job description at any time. This description does not?represent?in any way a contract of employment.

Position Type and Expected Hours of Work

This is a full-time position; typical work hours and days are Monday through Friday, 8:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Some flexibility in hours is allowed, but employees must be available during the “core” work hours of 9:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m. and must work 40 hour each week to maintain full-time status. Must be available to work holidays and weekends during emergencies. This is a safety sensitive position and employees holding this position have the responsibility for their own safety and the safety of others. This position is subject to random drug testing.

E.O.E. Dorchester County does not discriminate based on race, color, national origin, gender, religion, age, disability or military service in employment or the provision of services.