General Journey Electrician

Washington County•Hillsboro, OR

4d•$41 - $53

About The Position

The General Journey Electrician is an advanced journey-level classification in Washington County’s Facilities, Fleet & Parks Department. The incumbent performs routine and complex development, installation, repair, and maintenance of building electrical systems and various equipment. The position receives general direction about project scope and approach and is expected to work independently, exercise professional judgment, and solve highly complex problems. Work is generally performed during standard business hours, though the employee may be required to be on call, work weekends and evenings, and return to work during emergencies. The Facilities Division plans, constructs, maintains, and repairs nearly 45 County-owned buildings totaling over 1.8 million square feet, as well as grounds, parks, and associated hardscape.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
Five years of combined experience installing, maintaining, and repairing electrical systems in residential, commercial, and/or industrial environments; apprenticeship time may count toward the five years.
Possession of a valid Oregon State General Journeyman Electrician’s License or a Limited Journeyman Manufacturing Plant Electrician License.
Ability to distinguish color-coded cables.
Driver’s license valid in the State of Oregon and an acceptable driving record.
Knowledge of current electrical codes applicable to Oregon public facilities and standard electrical trade maintenance, construction, and design techniques.
Ability to work at various heights and safely operate mechanical lifting equipment and vehicles needed for the work.
Ability to work from drawings and specifications and understand and effectively carry out oral and written instructions.

Nice To Haves

Experience as a journey-level electrician related to building maintenance.
Education and apprenticeship training in electrical design, installation, and repair, particularly related to building maintenance.

Responsibilities

Develop, install, repair, and maintain building electrical systems and various equipment.
Locate and adjust defects in electrical systems and equipment.
Design, install, maintain, and repair electrical services, circuits, and control systems.
Work from drawings and specifications and carry out oral and written instructions.
Use and operate hand and mechanical tools necessary for building maintenance.
Operate mechanical lifting equipment and vehicles safely when required.