Electrician (3rd Shift)

Metro Nashville Airport Authority•Nashville, TN

4d•$28 - $48•Onsite

About The Position

The Electrician installs, modifies, and repairs lighting and mechanical systems in airport and airfield facilities. The position performs preventive maintenance and repairs on motors, relays, circuit breakers, power distribution, and other electrical components, and supports electrical projects from planning through completion, including material take-offs. The role works on a third-shift schedule from 11:00 p.m. to 7:30 a.m., Sunday through Thursday. Electricians also participate in a 24/7 on-call rotation and may fill in for other shifts to support airport operations. The position requires working with live electrical equipment in hazardous areas, operating heavy machinery, following safety rules, and wearing required personal protective equipment.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
Postsecondary apprenticeship or related training.
2–4 years of electrical or related experience.
Valid Class D driver's license.
Air Operations Area (AOA) clearance within 180 days of hire.
Journeyman electrician certification or four years of electrical military training.
Ability to obtain and maintain a Security Identification Display Area (SIDA) badge.
Knowledge of local, state, and federal codes pertaining to electrical or airfield facilities and equipment.
Knowledge of construction practices, specifications, plans, and site development.
Knowledge of fire safety equipment, including installation, maintenance, and testing of alarms and sprinklers.
Knowledge of local area network systems configuration, implementation, and administration.
Effective oral and written communication skills with people at all levels of the organization and with stakeholders.
Skill in conducting electrical testing with appropriate equipment and identifying and performing routine equipment maintenance.
Ability to establish and maintain effective professional working relationships.
Skill in using a personal computer, the internet, and other job-related software.
Ability to read and interpret blueprints and technical drawings, including schematics, ladder diagrams, and sketches.
Skill in using hand tools and equipment such as electric drills, saws, and jack hammers.
Ability to recognize, report, and mitigate airport, airfield, and airspace hazards.
Skill in installing equipment, machines, wiring, or programs to specifications.
Ability to lead, take charge, and offer opinions and direction.
Ability to read and understand written information and communicate clearly in writing.
Attention to detail, dependability, and ability to work independently with little supervision.

Responsibilities

Install, modify, and repair lighting and mechanical systems in airport and airfield facilities.
Assist with inspections of electrical facility maintenance, repair, and installation, and develop improvements to electrical facilities.
Install complete electrical systems, including pipe, wire, and terminations.
Operate aerial lifts, boom trucks, tow motors, fork trucks, scissors lifts, and other heavy machinery.
Read blueprints, schematics, cut sheets, wiring diagrams, and installation manuals to complete projects.
Maintain and repair motors, relays, circuit breakers, and other electrical components of lighting and mechanical systems.
Work on 24-volt systems and circuit boards.
Lay out projects, complete material take-offs, and support projects from start to finish.
Work with live electrical equipment in hazardous areas.
Conduct megger tests on cables to check insulation life.
Perform electronic repairs and installations.
Perform new installations of high- and low-voltage electrical systems, including transformers, subpanels, and network racks.
Repair, maintain, and monitor backup generator systems and transfer switches.
Participate in a 24/7 on-call rotation and fill in for other shifts to support airport operations.
Follow safety regulations and wear required personal protective equipment.
Maintain regular and punctual attendance.
Support MNAA's culture and values of Respect, Integrity, Service, and Excellence (RISE).
Perform other duties as assigned.