Facilities Technician, Electrician

Job Summary:

The electrician will install and maintain the electrical wiring, fixtures, and systems in buildings and on property.

Supervisory Responsibilities:

• None

Duties/Responsibilities:

• Installs and repairs electrical wiring, systems, and fixtures
• Installs conduits and pipes to house electrical wires and cables
• Ensures piping complies with electrical codes
• Installs circuit breakers and other electrical hardware and connects wiring to them
• Connects electrical systems to powerlines to provide electricity to the building
• Tests electrical systems to ensure proper installation and operation
• Inspects electrical systems to determine whether repairs are needed
• Replaces conduit and wiring as needed
• Replaces circuit breakers as needed
• Performs other related duties as assigned

Required Skills/Abilities:

• Ability to read blueprints
• Extensive knowledge of electrical systems and wiring
• Ability to use hand tools and power tools
• Proficient in the use of test meters and other diagnostic equipment
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills

Education and Experience:

• High school diploma or equivalent required
• Completion of formal apprenticeship and valid electricians license preferred.

Physical Requirements:

• Must be able to see color to discern color-coded wiring
• Prolonged periods standing, kneeling, bending, and climbing ladders or scaffolding
• Must be physically capable of pulling wires and cables through conduits
• Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds at a time