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We have a need for a Licensed Master Electrician. The Master Electrician's responsibilities include using a number of tools to install and service electrical systems, observing company safety guidelines, documenting each project and updating client records, providing material cost and time estimates, and training apprentices. You should also be able to easily diagnose electrical faults and provide excellent customer service.
As the Master Electrician, you should be able to read blueprints, use diagnostic tools, possess in-depth knowledge of electrical codes and make decisions under pressure. You should have sound knowledge of your craft and the ability to transfer this knowledge and skill on to apprentices. This is a hands-on, working position.
Duties/Responsibilities:
- Installing new or used electrical systems.
- This is a hands-on, working position.
- Repairing electrical issues by replacing or installing components, wiring or devices.
- Sourcing or fabricating replacement electrical components.
- Servicing electrical systems, IAW maintenance manual or pamphlets.
- Drawing up preventative maintenance measures and explaining these to clients and other electricians.
- Interpreting blueprints and drawing rough sketches when required.
- Guiding and overseeing apprentices and journeyman electricians.
- Obtaining required permits, equipment, tools, and materials for projects.
- Testing and troubleshooting electrical systems using tools that include voltmeters, oscilloscopes, and ohmmeters to determine where issues may be occurring, the safety of the system and to ensure compatibility.
- Updating project records and preparing relevant documents and reports for clients.
- Liaising with clients, vendors, and other electricians.
- Document actions, testing results, observations, final diagnosis of the situation and steps taken to resolve issues for each job or situation.
- Providing assistance during emergencies.
- Must be willing to travel for extended periods of time to military bases and government installations.
Required Skills/Abilities:
- Knowledge of the national and local electrical codes.
- Determine the steps necessary to assess an electrical situation using testing devices, blueprints, and maps.
- Maintain a safe work environment by adhering to all company and OSHA safety requirements and guidelines.
- Use ladders, scaffolding, platform, and lifts to work on electrical systems in commercial settings.
- Must be able to read, write and speak English fluently.
- Excellent critical thinking skills.
- Valid driver’s license and clean driving record.
- Ability to read blueprints.
- Good to excellent arithmetic skills.
- Physically capable of carrying up to 50 pounds.
- Ability to work in constricted areas.
- Must be a U.S. Citizen and position requires a background check.
Education, Experience and Training:
- High school diploma or equivalent.
- Valid state license that permits you to practice as a Master Electrician.
- An appropriate certificate or degree will be advantageous.
- At least 3-5 years of experience as a Master Electrician.
- Must be a U.S. citizen and position requires a background check.
- Experience and knowledge of electrical power systems.
- Experience with solar panels is a plus.
EOE/Minorities/Females/Vet/Disabled
Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, gender identity, disability or protected veteran status.
