Licensed Electrician – Grounds & Facilities

Churchill-Downs-Inc; New Orleans (LA); On-site; USD 50,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Churchill-Downs-Inc in New Orleans seeks an Electrician to repair and maintain electrical infrastructure across the Fair Grounds premises including barns, grand stand, offices and OTB parlors.

The role involves installing wiring in buildings, troubleshooting blackouts, reading blueprints, and inspecting transformers and circuit breakers. Safety and regulatory compliance are critical to daily duties and the position requires appropriate licensure.

Qualifications

• Read blueprints or technical diagrams.
• Inspect electrical components, such as transformers and circuit breakers.
• Use testing devices to diagnose electrical problems and troubleshoot.

Responsibilities

• Maintain electrical systems across barns, grand stand, offices and grounds with a focus on safety.
• Read blueprints or diagrams to install wiring.
• Diagnose malfunctions using test equipment and hand tools.
• Inspect electrical components and replace wiring or cables as needed.
• Operate equipment such as air compressors, portable generators and pumps.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Valid Driver's License

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Churchill-Downs-Inc in New Orleans seeks an Electrician to repair and maintain electrical infrastructure across the Fair Grounds premises including barns, grand stand, offices and OTB parlors.

The role involves installing wiring in buildings, troubleshooting blackouts, reading blueprints, and inspecting transformers and circuit breakers. Safety and regulatory compliance are critical to daily duties and the position requires appropriate licensure.