Industrial Electrician

Dorchester County•North Charleston, SC

6d•Onsite

About The Position

The purpose of this job is to install, test, troubleshoot and repair electrical wiring, fixtures, control devices and related equipment in a water and sewer utility environment; and to routinely perform preventative maintenance on all equipment and components in order to ensure the continued safe, efficient and effective operations of all equipment and fixtures utilized by the organization. This position works under general supervision, independently developing work methods and sequences.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED supplemented by education in electrical maintenance and repair, industrial technology or a closely related field.
Six years of related experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
Must possess and maintain a valid state driver’s license with an acceptable driving history.

Nice To Haves

Electrician certification preferred.

Responsibilities

Installs, tests, maintains, troubleshoots and repairs electrical wiring, fixtures, control devices and equipment for both new and rework projects as well as for ongoing maintenance.
Reads and interprets drawings, blueprints, electrical code specifications and schematics in order to effectively troubleshoot, maintain and repair equipment.
Diagnoses, locates the cause of, and repairs malfunctioning systems and components using test equipment.
Replaces level controls, float switches, pumps and pump motors.
Troubleshoots pump station electrical controls.
Performs preventative maintenance through inspection of electrical systems, equipment and components.
Maintains accurate and up-to-date maintenance records.
Tests electrical systems and continuity of circuits in electrical wiring, equipment and fixtures.
Performs duties in accordance with applicable policies, procedures, laws, regulations, contracts, permits, and standards of quality and safety.
Works on other electrical projects as required.
Performs unsupervised emergency repairs and services including general electrical and plant failures.
Is subject to 24-hour on-call status as assigned.
Installs, maintains and operates Supervisor Control and Data Acquisition (SCADA) operating system.
Repairs control panels, starters, float switches, pumps, aerators, chlorine equipment, etc.; ensures the maintenance of consistent system performance levels at set standards.
Performs other related job duties as assigned.
All County employees are considered public servants for the citizens of Dorchester County. When requested before, during, or after an emergency event, County employees are expected to work and serve the public in coping with the emergency.