Senior Electrician – Facility Electrical Systems

Gaston County Government; North Carolina; On-site; USD 34,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Gaston County Public Works seeks an experienced electrician to design, maintain and repair electrical systems across county facilities. The role involves coordinating with utility providers, performing preventative maintenance, and ensuring compliance with codes through blueprints and diagrams.

You will work with engineers, technicians and contractors on complex equipment and must pass a background check and drug screening.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Minimum 5 years of progressive experience in construction or repair of electrical systems.
• North Carolina Limited/Unlimited Electrical License required.
• Background check and drug screening prior to employment.

Responsibilities

• Designs, installs, maintains, evaluates and repairs electrical systems, circuits, and equipment at all County facilities.
• Performs preventative maintenance and periodic inspection of electrical equipment; advises on hazardous equipment and installation of new gear.
• Coordinates with local utility owners for project planning and execution.
• Uses CMMS to develop and prioritize work assignments and maintains records of time and materials.
• Repairs/installs fixtures, outlets, switches; replaces circuit breakers, fuses, components; checks generators and UPS.
• Interprets diagrams, blueprints and single-line drawings to plan wiring layouts; secures permits to meet codes.
• Collaborates with engineers, technicians and contractors on complex devices for wiring and installation.
• Performs additional duties as assigned.

Skills

Electrical maintenance

Blueprint reading

CMMS software

Utilities coordination

Education

High School Diploma or GED

5 years progressive experience in electrical systems

North Carolina Electrical License

Job description

Gaston County Public Works seeks an experienced electrician to design, maintain and repair electrical systems across county facilities. The role involves coordinating with utility providers, performing preventative maintenance, and ensuring compliance with codes through blueprints and diagrams.

You will work with engineers, technicians and contractors on complex equipment and must pass a background check and drug screening.