Master Electrician: Lead City Facilities Electrical Expert

City of Boulder; Boulder (CO); On-site; USD 108,800,000 - 157,770,000; Full time

Job summary

City of Boulder is seeking an experienced electrical specialist to oversee electrical systems in city facilities, performing inspections, maintenance, repairs, and installations. You will train Facilities Maintenance staff and coordinate with electrical contractors, ensuring compliance with codes, safety standards, and city policies.

The role emphasizes evaluating system conditions, recommending repairs or upgrades, and supporting in-house expertise while reducing reliance on contractors.

Qualifications

• Ability to independently diagnose complex electrical problems and determine corrective action.
• Knowledge of electrical codes, including National Electrical Code, and safety requirements.
• Experience reading plans, blueprints, schematics, and equipment specs.
• Ability to coordinate and oversee electrical contractors.

Responsibilities

• Inspects, maintains, troubleshoots, repairs, modifies, and installs electrical systems in city facilities.
• Diagnoses electrical problems using testing equipment and diagrams.
• Ensures work complies with codes, safety standards, and city policies.
• Coordinates with HVAC and other staff to resolve electrical issues.

Skills

Read electrical plans

Diagnose electrical problems

Coordinate contractors

Communicate technical info clearly

Education

HS Diploma/GED

Colorado Master Electrician License

OSHA 30 Certification

NFPA 70E training

Tools

CMMS

Building automation systems

Job description

City of Boulder is seeking an experienced electrical specialist to oversee electrical systems in city facilities, performing inspections, maintenance, repairs, and installations. You will train Facilities Maintenance staff and coordinate with electrical contractors, ensuring compliance with codes, safety standards, and city policies.

The role emphasizes evaluating system conditions, recommending repairs or upgrades, and supporting in-house expertise while reducing reliance on contractors.