KFC Yum! Center - Maintenance Specialist (Electrician)

ASM Global•Louisville, KY

5d•Onsite

About The Position

The Maintenance Specialist oversees show setup and electrical building maintenance at the KFC Yum! Center, following the National Electrical Code (NEC). The role performs scheduled maintenance and work orders, inspects and troubleshoots electrical systems, and installs, maintains, and repairs wiring, equipment, and fixtures. It also supports temporary event power distribution and emergency troubleshooting during live events, coordinating with outside vendors as needed and complying with applicable state and local building regulations. The position is based onsite at the KFC Yum! Center in Louisville, Kentucky. Work may take place indoors or outdoors and may involve event conditions such as loud noise, weather exposure, and operational equipment. Flexible hours, including nights, weekends, and holidays, may be needed.

Requirements

Two to four years of prior experience.
Ability to understand and follow simple directions communicated orally and in writing.
Ability to take direction from multiple supervisory and management staff.
Ability to use hand and power tools and equipment common to the construction trade.
Ability to read and interpret safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals.
Familiarity with standard concepts, practices, and procedures of the construction industry.
Ability to work flexible hours, including nights, weekends, and holidays as needed.
Ability to climb, crawl, bend, and stoop, with or without reasonable accommodations.
Ability to work under minimal supervision.
Must maintain a current electrical license or identification card to meet governmental regulations.

Nice To Haves

High school diploma or GED.
Knowledge of programmable controllers and computer fundamentals.
Possession of, or progress toward, a Journeyman license.
Ability to read blueprints or technical diagrams.
Commercial or industrial electrical experience, preferably in arenas, convention centers, entertainment venues, manufacturing facilities, hospitals, or other large facilities.

Responsibilities

Perform scheduled maintenance projects to fulfill work orders.
Inspect electrical components, including transformers and circuit breakers, to diagnose and resolve issues.
Test electrical systems to ensure compatibility and safety.
Diagnose malfunctioning systems, apparatus, and components using test equipment and hand tools, and correct electrical problems.
Connect wires to circuit breakers, transformers, and other components to maintain and repair large motors, equipment, and control systems.
Install, maintain, and repair electrical wiring, equipment, and fixtures, including street lights and fire alarm systems, in accordance with relevant codes.
Coordinate with outside vendors to assist with repairs and production advancement as needed, following state and local building regulations and the NEC.
Set up temporary event/show power distribution, including connecting and disconnecting event power, feeder cable, and grounding power distribution equipment.
Perform emergency troubleshooting during live events.