Electrical Service Technician

Gaylor Electric•Clarksville, TN

About The Position

The Electrical Service Technician performs service installations, alterations, additions, and repairs of electrical systems, conductors, and associated materials and equipment in residential, commercial, and industrial settings. The role carries out electrical service tasks and projects with limited supervision, with a focus on safety, efficiency, and quality. Work includes interpreting electrical construction drawings, terminating cables, installing and troubleshooting control wiring, and maintaining tools, equipment, and vehicles. The technician works with supervisors and crew members to meet project objectives and deadlines.

Requirements

High school graduate, G.E.D. holder, or equivalent studies or experience.
Experienced position requiring less than 6 years of electrical experience.
Valid vehicle operator's license and deemed insurable by the company's insurance carrier.
Journeyperson license in states and locales where required.
Understand and comply with NEC, state, and local codes.

Responsibilities

Demonstrate safe work habits while performing electrical service tasks and projects.
Work at various heights and in restrictive or tight areas.
Dig trenches using hand tools or equipment.
Read and interpret electrical construction drawings, schematics, blueprints, and ladder logic diagrams.
Terminate cables and install and troubleshoot control wiring.
Bend and install all types of conduit.
Apply knowledge of wire pulls and concrete, masonry, metal, and wood construction methods.
Perform terminations and splicing of high-voltage and fiber-optic cables.
Use electrical formulas to perform accurate calculations.
Plan, schedule, and organize tasks to meet deadlines.
Coordinate activities with the assigned crew to meet project objectives.
Assign field employees to project tasks based on their ability and experience.
Monitor materials, tools, and equipment for accurate ordering or scheduling.
Maintain accurate project documentation, including time sheets, progress reports, and daily logs.
Keep customers or clients informed about work progress.
Report end-of-day progress to the service department dispatcher.
Follow up promptly on pending projects.
Care for tools, equipment, and the vehicle.
Organize materials and tools to maintain a clean and neat work area.
Maintain sufficient vehicle inventory of materials to serve customers or clients.
Maintain the vehicle's appearance and condition, inside and outside.
Cultivate cooperative working relationships with managers, supervisors, fellow employees, and customers or clients.
Check with customers or clients before and at the end of projects.