Master Electrician

US Facilities•Hampton, VA

23d•Onsite

About The Position

U.S. Facilities, Inc. is seeking an Electrician to work on a project in Southeast Virginia. The qualified applicant will be responsible for the preventive maintenance, installation, and repair of electrical, mechanical, and digital tunnel and bridge systems equipment. This role requires a minimum of 2 years of field electrical experience in preventive maintenance on commercial and industrial electrical components, including troubleshooting and repairing electrical components up to 480 VAC 3-phase systems. The electrician will maintain electrical wiring systems, read blueprints and schematics, diagnose electrical problems, and ensure compliance with the National Electrical Code and Industry Standards. Responsibilities include operating and using tools safely, assembling and installing electrical apparatuses, estimating project costs, inspecting completed work, and maintaining tools and equipment. The role also involves performing preventive and corrective maintenance on electrical load centers and distribution systems, analyzing operational characteristics, and responding to emergency situations. Experience with traffic monitoring and control systems is a plus. The ability to communicate effectively, work in a bucket truck, and perform other assigned duties is also required.

Requirements

Minimum 2 years of field electrical experience performing preventive maintenance on commercial and industrial electrical components.
Minimum 2 years of field experience troubleshooting and repairing electrical components up to and including 480 VAC 3 phase systems.
Thorough knowledge of electrical theory and methods, materials, tools, equipment, and systems used in the electrical trade.
Ability to communicate effectively, verbally and in writing.
Ability to operate and perform work in a bucket truck.
Licensed Master Electrician.
Must have an active Journeyman or Masters Electrician License from DPOR in the state of VA.
Ability to obtain a Commercial Driver’s License.
Valid driver’s license is required.
DMV records check is required.
Pre-employment drug screen is required.
Fingerprint-based Criminal History Records Check is required.
18 years of age or older.

Nice To Haves

Experienced in and/or knowledgeable of traffic monitoring and control systems.

Responsibilities

Perform preventive maintenance, installation, and repair of electrical/mechanical and digital tunnel and bridge systems equipment.
Troubleshoot and repair electrical components up to and including 480 VAC 3 phase systems.
Maintain electrical wiring system and components in accordance with the National Electrical Code and Industry Standards.
Read blueprints, wiring diagrams, and schematics.
Diagnose causes of electrical problems or failures.
Inspect electrical systems and their components for the purpose of evaluating condition, identifying necessary repairs and recommending preventive maintenance actions.
Operate and use required tools and equipment skillfully and safely.
Assemble, install, maintain, and repair electrical apparatuses.
Make rough sketches; estimate cost, time and materials of electrical work.
Inspect, troubleshoot, isolate and repair electrical malfunctions using various test instruments.
Maintain, test and repair electrical equipment for safety and efficiency.
Plan the layout and wiring of new or existing installations.
Fabricate electrical parts.
Inspect completed work for conformance with specifications, requirements and compliance with applicable exterior and interior safety codes and regulations.
Inspect related work performed by contractors.
Estimate cost, time and materials for electrical projects.
Participate in the maintenance and operations of an electrical shop.
Clean, maintain and service tools and equipment used in the performance of duties.
Perform preventive and corrective maintenance on electrical load centers and distribution systems.
Analyze electrical plant operational characteristics and make recommendations to correct deficiencies.
Respond safely and appropriately to emergency situations.
Perform any other duties as assigned by a supervisor and/or USF Senior Project Manager.