Building Maintenance Electrician - EXAM

City of Columbus•Varies by position, OH

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Under general supervision, is responsible for performing electrical maintenance in and around City buildings and/or facilities; performs related duties as required. This role involves installing electric controls, repairing wiring, switches, and simple appliances, as well as troubleshooting electrical equipment using testing apparatus and interpreting wiring diagrams. The electrician will also install and connect various electrical components, operate tools for maintenance and repair, and maintain electrical equipment. Safety precautions are essential when working near energized circuits. The position requires calculating line loads, driving to work sites, and interpreting electrical codes and safety standards. Responsibilities also include installing and removing lamps, ballasts, batteries, temporary power circuits, and electrical wiring in facilities undergoing remodeling or demolition. Additionally, the role involves using a laptop or tablet for work orders and performing equipment and wiring upgrades.

Requirements

Completion of the twelfth school grade and four (4) years of industrial or commercial experience installing and repairing electrical systems.
Possession of a valid driver’s license.
Successfully complete all phases of the testing process.
Computerized exam covering oral comprehension, electrical procedures and practices, tools and materials, safety, problem sensitivity, information ordering, and 2019/2021 Microsoft Word and Outlook.
One or more interviews.
Criminal background check.
Pre-employment drug test.

Nice To Haves

Possession of a Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) may be required for some positions.

Responsibilities

Installs electric controls and repairs wiring, switches, and simple appliances.
Installs wall outlets, cleans and repairs light fixtures, and makes adjustments to electric motors, generators, and similar equipment.
Troubleshoots electrical equipment using voltmeters, ammeters, and related testing apparatus.
Reads and interprets wiring diagrams to trace and connect numerous wires carrying currents for independent functions.
Installs and connects motors, appliances, heating equipment, and transformers.
Operates hand and power tools to install, maintain, repair, and replace electrical equipment.
Cleans, oils and maintains motors, brushes, bearings, and switches.
Bends and installs conduit.
Draws and/or modifies wiring diagrams and schematics.
Tests electrical equipment to determine defect, malfunction, or failure.
Uses precautionary work and safety methods when working on or near energized circuits.
Calculates line load so as to determine size of wire required.
Drives to work sites to work on electrical equipment.
Reads and interprets electrical safety standards and policies for federal, state, and local regulatory compliance.
Reads and interprets National Electric Code and other technical manuals.
Installs and removes lamps, ballasts, and batteries.
Installs and removes temporary power circuits for special events.
Installs and removes light fixtures, outlets, and electrical wiring in facilities being remodeled or demolished.
Operates a laptop computer or tablet to access and complete work orders.
Performs upgrades on equipment and wiring.