Journeyman Electrician

US Facilities•Hampton, VA

6d•Onsite

About The Position

US Facilities, Inc. is seeking an Electrician for a project in Southeast Virginia. The position is responsible for preventive maintenance, installation, and repair of electrical, mechanical, and digital tunnel and bridge systems equipment. Work includes maintaining, troubleshooting, testing, and repairing electrical components and distribution systems, including systems up to 480 VAC three-phase, and ensuring work complies with the National Electrical Code, industry standards, and applicable safety codes and regulations. The role operates primarily outdoors along interstate highways in a 24/7/365 operating environment. It includes a 90-day probation period and VDOT industry training. Work may be assigned on short or no notice and may involve inclement weather, traffic exposure, emergency operations, and variable pace and pressure. The position is designated essential, so its duties are required during emergency situations as determined by VDOT/Project Management. Weekend, evening, and overtime work may be required. A valid driver’s license is required; DMV records review, pre-employment drug screening, and a fingerprint-based criminal history records check are also required.

Requirements

At least 2 years of field electrical experience performing preventive maintenance on commercial and industrial electrical components.
At least 2 years of field experience troubleshooting and repairing electrical components, including systems up to 480 VAC three-phase.
Active Journeyman or Master Electrician license from DPOR in Virginia.
High school diploma or demonstrated equivalent.
Ability to obtain a Commercial Driver’s License.
Valid driver’s license.
Ability to communicate effectively verbally and in writing.
Ability to operate and perform work in a bucket truck.
Ability to work a flexible schedule in a 24/7/365 operating environment and respond to short- or no-notice work assignments.
Ability to work outdoors along interstate highways, with exposure to traffic and inclement weather, and to take necessary electrical and traffic safety precautions.
Ability to stand for prolonged periods and to walk, lift, carry, reach, kneel, climb, bend, twist, crouch, and balance.
Willingness to undergo a DMV records check, pre-employment drug screen, and fingerprint-based criminal history records check.

Nice To Haves

Experience with or knowledge of traffic monitoring and control systems.

Responsibilities

Perform preventive and corrective maintenance, installation, and repair of electrical, mechanical, and digital tunnel and bridge systems equipment.
Troubleshoot and repair electrical components and systems, including up to 480 VAC three-phase systems.
Maintain electrical wiring systems and components in accordance with the National Electrical Code and industry standards.
Read and use blueprints, wiring diagrams, schematics, electrical diagrams, and specifications.
Diagnose electrical problems or failures and identify required equipment or system repairs.
Inspect electrical systems and components to evaluate their condition, identify needed repairs, and recommend preventive maintenance.
Operate tools and equipment safely and skillfully; assemble, install, maintain, and repair electrical apparatuses.
Use test instruments to inspect, troubleshoot, isolate, and repair electrical malfunctions.
Maintain, test, and repair electrical equipment for safety and efficiency, and plan layouts and wiring for new or existing installations.
Fabricate electrical parts and inspect completed work for conformance with specifications and applicable safety codes and regulations.
Inspect related work performed by contractors; estimate the cost, time, and materials required for electrical work and projects.
Participate in the maintenance and operation of an electrical shop; clean, maintain, and service tools and equipment.
Analyze electrical plant operating characteristics, recommend corrections to deficiencies, and respond safely and appropriately to emergencies.
Communicate work procedures and work-order status to personnel and communicate effectively verbally and in writing.
Operate and perform work in a bucket truck.
Perform other duties as assigned by a supervisor and/or USF Senior Project Manager.