Lead Electrician

TechFlow • Washington, DC

2d • Onsite

About The Position

EMI Services is hiring a Lead Electrician at Joint Base Anacostia-Bolling. This is a working lead and technical expert role responsible to the immediate supervisor for the safe and efficient operation of equipment and components within the electrical specialty. The Lead Electrician assigns work, provides quality control and direction, and tracks and coordinates assigned tasks. The role provides electrical services, including repairs and replacements, and installs, maintains, and upgrades electrical systems and equipment. It also assists other skilled trades with maintaining or repairing equipment used to distribute or utilize electric energy. The ideal candidate has well-rounded training and experience generally acquired through a formal apprenticeship or equivalent training and experience.

The posted salary is $59.05 per hour. The position includes employer-paid health benefits and a pension. EMI describes itself as a provider of Department of Defense base-operation support services, facilities maintenance, and logistics, with more than 250 professionals, administrative staff, and trades personnel deployed across the United States.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• At least 3 years of maintenance electrician experience, including 2 years at the journeyman level.
• Experience in an industrial or commercial facilities maintenance environment.
• Current electrician's license.
• Top Secret clearance with SCI or SCI eligibility.
• Valid driver's license compliant with the REAL ID Act.
• Pass a pre-employment drug screening and background check.
• U.S. citizenship to obtain and maintain access to military installations.
• Thorough knowledge of electrical theory and methods, and of materials, tools, equipment, and systems used in the electrical trade.
• Thorough knowledge of applicable state and federal codes and regulations pertaining to the electrical trade.
• Knowledge of building architectural and structural elements, including alterations and repairs.
• Ability to read and understand blueprints as appropriate to the trade.
• Adaptability and flexibility in work situations; ability to prioritize tasks for timely completion.
• Practice workplace safety when using tools, equipment, and supplies, including proper use of personal protective equipment.

Nice To Haves

• Certified Journeyman.

Responsibilities

• Assemble, install, test, and maintain electrical or electronic wiring, equipment, and fixtures.
• Troubleshoot and diagnose malfunctioning systems, apparatus, and components.
• Connect wires to circuit breakers, transformers, and other components.
• Inspect electrical systems, equipment, and components for hazards, defects, needed adjustments or repairs, and code compliance.
• Test electrical systems and the continuity of circuits in wiring, equipment, and fixtures.
• Plan the layout and installation of electrical wiring, equipment, and fixtures based on job specifications and local codes.
• Install ground leads and connect power cables to equipment.
• Place conduit in designated partitions, walls, or other concealed areas, and pull insulated wires or cables through it to complete circuits between boxes.
• Provide preliminary cost estimates for materials and services.
• Maintain a current electrician's license or identification card as required by governmental regulations.
• Assign work, provide quality control and direction, and track and coordinate tasks as assigned.
• Assist other skilled trades with maintenance or repair of equipment used for the distribution or utilization of electric energy.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Employer-paid health benefits.
• Pension.
• Health care plan covering medical, dental, and vision.
• Paid time off, including vacation, sick leave, and federal holidays.
• Generous benefits package consistent with the Collective Bargaining Agreement.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior
• Education Level: High school or GED