Electrician (High Voltage)

JLL•Poughkeepsie, NY

6d•Onsite

About The Position

JLL empowers you to shape a brighter way. Our people at JLL are shaping the future of real estate for a better world by combining world class services, advisory and technology for our clients. We are committed to hiring the best, most talented people and empowering them to thrive, grow meaningful careers and to find a place where they belong. Whether you’ve got deep experience in commercial real estate, skilled trades or technology, or you’re looking to apply your relevant experience to a new industry, join our team as we help shape a brighter way forward. As a High Voltage Electrician at JLL, you'll be at the forefront of maintaining critical electrical infrastructure that keeps our client facilities running safely and efficiently. This role centers on operating and maintaining electrical distribution systems up to 13,800 volts, along with emergency generation equipment ranging from 30KW to 2MW. You'll perform sophisticated diagnostic testing, predictive analysis using advanced equipment, and execute switching operations that require precision and expertise. At JLL, we are collectively shaping a brighter way—for our clients, ourselves and our fellow employees—and in this role, you'll be instrumental in ensuring electrical systems operate at peak performance. We embrace more innovative ways of working and prioritize opportunities to strengthen and advance your career through exposure to cutting-edge electrical systems and technologies. This position requires flexibility to work after hours, weekends, and holidays as needed, along with participating in a 24-hour on-call rotation. You'll collaborate with engineers, support low voltage electricians on complex tasks, and occasionally supervise contractor work, all while maintaining the highest safety standards.

Requirements

High School Diploma or General Equivalency Degree (GED)
Comprehensive knowledge and hands-on experience with electrical hand tools and diagnostic test equipment
Ability to read and interpret building layouts, electrical system drawings, and manufacturers' equipment specifications
Working knowledge of National Electrical Code (NEC) and NFPA 70E electrical safety standards
Capability to read and comprehend technical instructions, correspondence, memos, and safety documentation
Ability to write clear and accurate correspondence and maintenance documentation
Willingness to participate in 24-hour on-call rotation and work flexible hours including early mornings, late nights, weekends, and holidays as operational needs require
Physical ability to stand, walk, climb, balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, and work in confined spaces while wearing appropriate personal protective equipment
Capacity to work in environments with exposure to high voltage equipment, moving mechanical parts, elevated locations, outdoor weather conditions, and risk of electrical shock

Nice To Haves

Associate Degree in Electrical Technology or completion of accredited Electrical Trade School program
Five or more years of experience as an electrician in industrial or commercial environments working with voltages greater than 600V AC
Five or more years of experience operating and maintaining generation systems of at least 500 KW capacity
Demonstrated ability to supervise contractor work and coordinate with external vendors on complex electrical projects

Responsibilities

Operate and maintain electrical equipment and distribution systems up to 13,800 volts, ensuring safe and reliable power delivery
Write and perform switching operations for high voltage electrical distribution equipment following established protocols and safety procedures
Conduct diagnostic testing on electrical distribution equipment including voltage, current, resistance, transients, harmonics, phase rotation, insulation, hot stick testing, phasing, PI index, and TTR measurements
Perform predictive analysis using infrared thermography, ultrasonic detection, and partial discharge test equipment to identify potential issues before they become critical failures
Execute assigned preventive maintenance tasks and perform repairs, minor installations, and routine service work on electrical systems
Inspect all electrical installations to ensure compliance with NEC codes and client specifications, maintaining documentation of findings
Operate and maintain emergency generation systems, conducting regular testing and maintenance to ensure readiness during power outages
Troubleshoot overhead doors, hydraulic lifts, and elevators, coordinating with vendors for major repairs as needed
Provide technical assistance to engineers by obtaining and analyzing data or supporting other specialized tasks as required