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An Electrician works on electrical systems in buildings. Installs electrical wiring and lighting in new construction, and repairs or upgrade wiring, outlets or other parts of older electrical systems. Checks safety and makes installations or repairs that are in compliance with local building codes. May also specialize in electrical work required in different manufacturing industries, electrical systems for cars, plane or boats, or electrical and lighting work in the film industry.
$73,788 / year median in California
+3% projected growth
Job Description
ELECTRICIAN
As a member of the critical infrastructure team, you will help design, build, activate, and maintain some of the world's most technically advanced manufacturing facilities. You will be able to operate with autonomy to solve diverse and complex problems, excel at managing multiple projects at a time and work in a dynamic, fast-paced environment. As an Electrician, you will have the opportunity to utilize your knowledge, experience, and creativity to develop novel solutions at the cutting edge of space technology. You will work with other infrastructure engineers, technicians, and internal customers to support these goals and have the opportunity to drive real global impact, ultimately leading to making life multiplanetary. The position is based in Hawthorne, CA.RESPONSIBILITIES
Collaborate with engineers, managers, and customers to maintain systems in peak operating condition, and to develop/update detailed work instructions for proper equipment preventative maintenance dedicated to ensuring zero unplanned interruption in services to employees and customers Install, maintain and repair electrical support equipment on facilities systems including medium to low voltage transformers, panels, substations, switch gear, Uninterrupted Power Supplies, Sag correctors, automatic transfer switches, generators, and fly wheels Perform electrical modifications, install electrical wiring and components to design and code specifications Perform failure assessments and day-to-day safety inspections- making recommendations to the supervisor as required Perform hands-on shop work and/or on-site disassembly, inspection, reporting, cleaning, troubleshooting, reassembly, and testing of electrical equipment Present information on equipment maintenance statuses for all critical facilities as required for internal and external customers Open, track and resolve electronic work tickets on SpaceX systems Follow and ensure site compliance with all applicable SpaceX, local, state, and federal building codes, regulations, and laws Troubleshoot new and existing electrical systems, including new and existing machinery Perform work from instructions using blueprints, wiring diagrams, and schematics Test electrical circuits to ensure their operability, phase rotation and conductivity Operation of test equipment like volt/ohmmeters, meggers and circuit tracers Ability to take on additional responsibilities as needed as well as determine and manage priorities with minimal guidance
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
High school diploma or GED or equivalent certificate 3+ years of professional experience in commercial equipment wiring, maintenance, and repairPREFERRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE
Fire systems knowledge with NICET certification Journeyman or master electrician license Demonstrated skill in practicing safety requirements and Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) standards when working with hazardous energy, heavy loads, and when working overhead Experience with 480/277 volt and 208/120 volt systems Ability to use a variety of electrician's hand tools including Sawzall, conduit bender, wire-tugger, hand/hydraulic punch, spade lug crimper, clamp on current, meter multi-meter and other measuring and testing instruments Ability to test, calibrate, diagnose, and repair various devices and controls Ability to use a variety of electrician's hand tools as well as measuring and testing instruments Demonstrable knowledge and/or understanding of codes, rules, regulations and standards of electrical equipment Ability to read and understand technical manuals and reports Familiar with commercial building codes Ability to use Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint to generate service reports and communicate within the company including skills to navigate web-based service literature and programs Ability to operate a forklift, scissor lift, pallet jack, boom lift, work truck, and overhead craneADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS
Able to lift 50 lbs. unassisted Must be able to work one of the following shifts: First shift hours: 5 AM- 3:30PM PST Second shift hours: 3 PM
- 1:30AM PST Work hours depend on site priorities and may require overtime hours, weekends and holidays; flexibility required Periodic work in extreme outdoor environments: heat, cold, wind, rain Lifting, standing, climbing, bending, grasping, sitting, pulling, pushing, stooping, stretching, and carrying are generally required to perform the functions of this position Able to work at elevated heights (up to 150 feet), including the use of ladder Valid CA driver's license
COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS
Pay Range:
Level 1: $26.00- $32.00 Level 2: $30.00
- $38.00 Level 3: $35.00
- $44.