Journeyman Electrician

U.S. Facilities, Inc.; Hampton (VA); On-site; USD 34,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Vacation

Sick

Paid Holidays

401-K

Job summary

US Facilities, Inc. seeks an Electrician to work on a Southeast Virginia project. The role includes preventive maintenance, installation and repair of electrical, mechanical, and digital tunnel and bridge systems equipment along interstate corridors.

Required are at least 2 years of field electrical experience, the ability to read blueprints, and the capacity to work outdoors in varying weather. A VA DPOR Journeyman or Masters Electrician license and a valid CDL are needed, with a 90-day

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent is required.
• Active Journeyman or Masters Electrician License from DPOR in VA is required.
• Must be able to obtain a Commercial Driver’s License.

Responsibilities

• Perform preventive maintenance on electrical and digital tunnel/bridge systems.
• Install, troubleshoot and repair electrical components up to 480 VAC 3-phase.
• Read and interpret blueprints, diagrams, and schematics.
• Estimate time and materials for electrical work and maintain safety compliance.
• Operate and maintain tools and equipment safely, including bucket trucks.
• Work in a 24/7/365 environment with potential for overtime and variable conditions.

Skills

Communication

Flexibility

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Tools

Bucket truck operation

Reading blueprints

Job description

US Facilities, Inc., a consolidated facility management service company, is seeking an Electrician to work on one of our projects in Southeast Virginia. The qualified applicant will be responsible for preventive maintenance, installation and repair of electrical/mechanical and digital tunnel and bridge systems equipment. Minimum 2 years of experience of field electrical experience performing preventive maintenance on commercial and industrial electrical components. This is to be accomplished on a routine basis as outlined in the following responsibilities:

• Minimum 2 years of field experience troubleshooting and repairing electrical components up to and including 480 VAC 3 phase systems.
• Maintain electrical wiring system and components in accordance with the provisions of the National Electrical Code and Industry Standards.
• Read blueprints, wiring diagrams, and schematics.
• Diagnose cause of electrical problems or failures for the purpose of identifying equipment and/or systems repair.
• Thorough knowledge of electrical theory and methods, materials, tools, equipment, and systems used in the electrical trade.
• Inform personnel regarding procedures and/or status of work orders for the purpose of providing information for making decisions.
• Inspect electrical systems and their components for the purpose of evaluating condition, identifying necessary repairs and recommending preventive maintenance actions.
• Operate and use required tools and equipment skillfully and safely; assemble, install, maintain, and repair electrical apparatuses; make rough sketches; estimate cost, time and materials of electrical work.
• Inspect, troubleshoot, isolate and repair electrical malfunctions using various test instruments.
• Maintain, test and repair electrical equipment for safety and efficiency; plan the layout and wiring of new or existing installations.
• Fabricate electrical parts; inspect completed work for conformance with specifications, requirements and compliance with applicable exterior and interior safety codes and regulations.
• Inspect related work performed by contractors; estimate cost, time and materials for electrical projects; participate in the maintenance and operations of an electrical shop.
• Clean, maintain and service tools and equipment used in the performance of duties.
• Experience utilizing electrical schematics, diagrams, and specifications
• Perform preventive and corrective maintenance on electrical load centers and distribution systems.
• Analyze electrical plant operational characteristics and make recommendations to correct deficiencies and respond safely and appropriately to emergency situations.
• Experienced in and/or knowledgeable of traffic monitoring and control systems.
• Ability to communicate effectively, verbally and in writing.
• Ability to operate and perform work in a bucket truck.
• Any other duties as assigned by a supervisor and/or USF Senior Project Manager.

Qualifications

Education:

• High School diploma or demonstrated equivalent.

Experience/Skill Sets

• Must have an active Journeyman or Masters Electrician License from DPOR in the state of VA.
• Ability to obtain a Commercial Driver’s License.
• Flexible schedule (relates to a 24/7/365 operating environment).

Work Conditions

• 90-day probation period.
• VDOT industry training.
• Significant all-season/all-hour operating conditions.
• May be subject to short or no-notice work assignments.
• Work is primarily outside along interstate highways requiring necessary safety precautions involved in working with electricity in and alongside traffic.
• Fast-paced, multi-tasking environment subject to short or no-notice work assignments and exposure to inclement weather.
• Work environment is informal, both team and autonomy oriented, having routine tasks with variable pace and pressure.
• Weekend, evening, and overtime work may be required. Standing for prolonged periods of time, walking, lifting, carrying; frequently reaching, kneeling, climbing, bending, twisting, crouching, and balancing can be expected.
• Monitored performance with routine evaluation.

Compensation

• $25.00 - $35.00/hourly
• Vacation
• Sick
• Paid Holidays
• 401-K

NOTE

NOTE: This position is designed as essential and, as such, all duties associated with this job are required during emergency situations which may include but are not limited to inclement weather, disaster response and emergency operations. VDOT/Project Management will determine when essential positions are required.

Pre-Employment Requirements

Valid driver’s license is required. DMV records check is required. Pre-employment drug screen is required. Fingerprint-based Criminal History Records Check is required.

U.S. Facilities, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer of Minorities, Females, Protected Veterans, and Individual with Disabilities.

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