Facilities Technician D (Electrician)

L3Harris Technologies•Palm Bay, FL

2d•Onsite

About The Position

We are seeking a Facilities Technician, Level D, with advanced electrical expertise to support the safe and reliable operation of facility electrical systems. This position independently performs complex troubleshooting, installation, preventive maintenance, and repairs within established procedures and authorization. The technician serves as a technical resource for the facilities team, supports electrical project planning and contractor coordination, and helps identify improvements to system reliability and maintenance practices. This position is located at the Palm Bay, Florida facility. The work schedule is 9/80: employees work 9 out of every 14 days, totaling 80 hours, and have every other Friday off.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent with 8 years of prior experience, or a 2-year post-secondary/AA degree with 4 years of prior experience.
Demonstrated ability to independently troubleshoot complex commercial or industrial electrical systems.
Proficiency in interpreting electrical drawings and using electrical diagnostic equipment.
Working knowledge of applicable electrical codes and electrical safety requirements.
Ability to perform the essential functions of the position, with or without reasonable accommodation, including using tools, climbing ladders, and accessing equipment.
Ability to plan assigned work, coordinate with operations and contractors, and maintain accurate technical records.
Availability for occasional overtime, scheduled outages, and on-call coverage, as required.
Good interpersonal and communication skills.
Ability to obtain and maintain a United States security clearance.

Nice To Haves

Completion of an electrical apprenticeship or related technical program.
Journeyman Electrician license or applicable electrician license or certification, where required by the jurisdiction and assigned scope of work.
Experience with three-phase distribution, motor controls, variable frequency drives, and building automation interfaces.
Experience supporting critical facility systems and coordinating planned electrical outages.
Experience mentoring technicians and supporting electrical maintenance or improvement projects.
Training in NFPA 70E electrical safety practices.

Responsibilities

Independently troubleshoot and repair complex facility electrical systems, including distribution equipment, lighting, motors, motor controls, and associated building-system controls.
Diagnose recurring electrical failures, identify underlying causes, and recommend corrective actions.
Perform electrical installations and modifications within applicable licensing requirements, approved scope, and established safety procedures.
Read and interpret electrical drawings, schematics, equipment manuals, and technical specifications; document field changes for drawing updates.
Plan assigned electrical work, including identifying materials, coordinating access, and supporting scheduled outages to minimize operational disruption.
Perform preventive maintenance and recommend adjustments based on equipment condition, maintenance history, and reliability needs.
Serve as a technical resource and provide task-level guidance to less-experienced technicians, without assuming formal supervisory responsibilities unless assigned.
Support contractor coordination by communicating scope requirements, identifying deficiencies, and documenting completion of assigned work.
Maintain accurate maintenance records in the computerized maintenance management system (CMMS).
Follow applicable electrical codes, lockout/tagout requirements, and electrical safe-work practices.
Respond to urgent maintenance issues and participate in after-hours or on-call coverage as required.
Support other facilities maintenance activities consistent with training and qualifications.