Electrician

JOB SUMMARY Under general supervision, performs electrical work at the journey level.
Installs, maintains, and repairs equipment and facilities involving electrical circuits carrying less than 13,000 volts.
ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITES: Installs, diagnoses problems, and repairs electrical systems, apparatus, electrical and electronic components of industrial machinery and equipment following electrical code, manuals, schematic diagrams, blueprints, and other specifications.
Reads and interprets plans, blueprints and specifications for construction or remodeling, and may recommend appropriate modifications or additions to plans.
Connects and repairs power supply wires to machines and equipment, and the cables and wires between machines and equipment.
Performs maintenance and repairs to electrical equipment including fluorescent and incandescent units, lighting fixtures, wiring, conduit boxes and tubing, switches, motors, generators, and climate control systems.
Prepares estimates of time, labor, and materials.
Prepares reports reflecting daily operations and project status.
Operates and maintains tools and equipment for the electrical trade.
Cleans work area upon completion of project.
Provides guidance and training in electrical work to other maintenance personnel.
May have lead responsibility for special projects.
Note: The intent of this list of primary duties is to provide a representative summary of the major duties and responsibilities of this job.
Incumbents perform other related duties assigned.
Specific duties and responsibilities may vary based upon departmental needs.
Required Qualifications EXPERIENCE: Four (4) years progressively responsible experience in the electrical trade.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILTITES: Comprehensive knowledge of and skill in the theory, principles, methods, and techniques used in the installation, repair, and maintenance of electrical systems, equipment, and apparatus carrying less than 13,000 volts.
Thorough knowledge of and skill in basic mathematics including area, volume, weights, and the practical application of fractions, percentages, ratios, and proportions.
Knowledge of OSHA regulations related to the electrical trade, of electrical codes, Underwriters Rules for wiring and installation.
Skill in the use and maintenance of the tools and equipment of the electrical trade including testing equipment such as ohmeters, battery, buzzer, and oscilloscopes.
Ability to read, interpret, and work from blueprints, drawings, and specifications.
Ability to prepare summaries and reports.
Ability to communicate effectively and follow directions.
Ability to work in, on, around, over and under fixed equipment and machinery.
Ability to work from lifts, ladders, and scaffolding.
Ability to manipulate heavy equipment, tools, and supplies and/or exert force up to 70 lbs.
Ability to concurrently manipulate multiple controls on equipment and machinery.
Ability to work in hazardous or irritating environments, confined spaces, and adverse weather or temperature conditions.
Ability to wear and work in personal protective equipment.
OTHER: Except for qualifications established by law, additional related experience, and formal education in which one has gained the knowledge, skills, and abilities required for full performance of the work of the job class may be substituted for the education or experience requirement on a year-for-year basis with 30 college credits being equivalent to one year of experience.
Preferred Qualifications Conditions of Employment Candidates selected for employment may be subject to medical inquiries and/or medical examinations to determine ability to perform the job.
Valid Maryland Non-commercial Class C or equivalent driver’s license may be required.
Possession of Maryland State certification as a licensed electrician may be required.