Assistant Electrician

PEMCCO • Hampton, VA

2d

About The Position

The Assistant Electrician will play a key role in maintaining, troubleshooting, and repairing electrical systems while upholding the highest safety standards. This position is ideal for someone with a strong foundation in electrical theory, experience working from schematics and blueprints, and a disciplined approach to lock-out/tag-out procedures. PEMCCO, Inc. is an Information Technology and Information Management (IT/IM) services firm. We assist our customers in maximizing existing and emerging technologies to achieve their desired business productivity objectives. Living the Culture and Making It Happen is the motto we live by. We Live the Culture by carrying out the tenets of our Core Values of Loyalty, Integrity, and Commitment to our Customers and Employees every day. We Make It Happen by following Smart Organization Healthy Organization (SOHO) principles for internal and external communications and the successful execution of projects. This position offers a consistent, set schedule with a guaranteed 40 hours a week, paid training, and opportunities for overtime is available. All equipment is provided on the job. Applicants must successfully pass a background check. Please note that individuals with certain convictions may not qualify for this position due to the nature of the job responsibilities. A valid driver's license and a clean driving record are required for this role. Applicants must be authorized to work for ANY employer in the U.S. We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment Visa at this time.

Requirements

• High School diploma or demonstrated equivalent.
• Minimum 2 years of field experience troubleshooting and repairing electrical components.
• Ability to obtain a Commercial Driver’s License
• Applicants must successfully pass a background check.
• A valid driver's license and a clean driving record are required for this role.
• Applicants must be authorized to work for ANY employer in the U.S.

Responsibilities

• No energized work shall be performed. All work shall be performed under proper lock-out/tag-out procedures.
• Maintain electrical wiring system and components in accordance with the provisions of the National Electrical Code and Industry Standards.
• Read blueprints, wiring diagrams, and schematics.
• Diagnose causes of electrical problems or failures for the purpose of identifying equipment and/or systems repair.
• Thorough knowledge of electrical theory and methods, materials, tools, equipment, and systems used in the electrical trade.
• Inform personnel regarding procedures and/or status of work orders for the purpose of providing information for making decisions.
• Inspect electrical systems and their components for the purpose of evaluating condition, identifying necessary repairs and recommending preventive maintenance actions.
• Operate and use required tools and equipment skillfully and safely; assemble, install, maintain, and repair electrical apparatuses; make rough sketches; estimate cost, time and materials of electrical work.
• Inspect, troubleshoot, isolate and repair electrical malfunctions using various test instruments.
• Maintain, test and repair electrical equipment for safety and efficiency; plan the layout and wiring of new or existing installations under lock-out/tag-out procedures.
• Fabricate electrical parts; inspect completed work for conformance with specifications, requirements and compliance with applicable exterior and interior safety codes and regulations.
• Inspect related work performed by contractors; estimate cost, time and materials for electrical projects; participate in the maintenance and operations of an electrical shop.
• Clean, maintain and service tools and equipment used in the performance of duties.
• Experience utilizing electrical schematics, diagrams, and specifications.
• Perform preventive and corrective maintenance on electrical load centers and distribution systems under lock-out/tag-out procedures.
• Analyze electrical plant operational characteristics and make recommendations to correct deficiencies and respond safely and appropriately to emergency situations.
• Experienced in and/or knowledgeable of traffic monitoring and control systems.
• Ability to communicate effectively, verbally and in writing.
• Ability to operate and perform work in a bucket truck.
• Any other duties as assigned by a supervisor.

Benefits

• 15 days of Paid Time Off
• 11 Paid Holidays
• Medical, Dental, and Vision
• Voluntary Short-Term Disability, Life Insurance, Accident, Critical Illness, Hospital Indemnity, Whole Life Plus, Identity Theft, and Law Assure
• Employee Assistance Program

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 11-50 employees