Master Electrician – Infrastructure & 24/7 Maintenance

GovFirst; Hampton (VA); On-site; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

GovFirst in Hampton, VA, is seeking a licensed Master Electrician to support tunnel, bridge, and roadway infrastructure across Southeast Virginia. This role covers preventive maintenance, installation, troubleshooting, and repair of electrical, mechanical, and digital systems for critical transportation facilities in a 24/7 environment.

The ideal candidate has strong commercial or industrial electrical experience, the ability to interpret drawings, and a commitment to safety and code compliance.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years in commercial or industrial electrical systems.
• Strong understanding of electrical theory and troubleshooting.
• Ability to read electrical drawings, blueprints, and schematics.
• Familiarity with safety regulations, codes, and industry best practices.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills.

Responsibilities

• Perform preventive maintenance, troubleshooting, repair, and installation of electrical systems supporting tunnels, bridges, roadways, and transportation facilities.
• Diagnose and repair electrical issues involving commercial and industrial electrical equipment, panels, and distribution systems.
• Maintain electrical systems to ensure safe, reliable, and compliant operation.
• Inspect electrical systems to identify wear, damage, defects, and potential safety hazards.
• Install, repair, and maintain electrical wiring, equipment, lighting, controls, and related systems.
• Assist with planning and layout of electrical wiring and equipment installations for new and upgraded systems.
• Fabricate, modify, and install electrical components as required.
• Verify that all electrical work complies with applicable codes, regulations, safety standards, and project requirements.
• Review and inspect work performed by contractors to ensure quality and compliance standards are met.
• Read and interpret electrical drawings, blueprints, schematics, specifications, and technical documentation.
• Evaluate electrical system performance and recommend improvements or corrective actions.
• Estimate labor, materials, equipment, and time requirements for electrical projects.
• Maintain accurate records of inspections, repairs, maintenance activities, and completed work.
• Operate electrical testing equipment, hand tools, power tools, and specialized maintenance equipment safely and effectively.
• Maintain tools and equipment in safe working condition.
• Communicate effectively with supervisors, project personnel, contractors, and team members.
• Respond to electrical emergencies and urgent maintenance issues as required.
• Perform work from bucket trucks and elevated work platforms when necessary.
• Support traffic monitoring, roadway systems, and related transportation infrastructure as needed.
• Perform other duties as assigned by supervisors or project management.

Skills

Electrical theory

Troubleshooting

Drawings & schematics

Industrial experience

Education

High School Diploma

Licensed Master Electrician

Job description

GovFirst in Hampton, VA, is seeking a licensed Master Electrician to support tunnel, bridge, and roadway infrastructure across Southeast Virginia. This role covers preventive maintenance, installation, troubleshooting, and repair of electrical, mechanical, and digital systems for critical transportation facilities in a 24/7 environment.

The ideal candidate has strong commercial or industrial electrical experience, the ability to interpret drawings, and a commitment to safety and code compliance.