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Maintenance Electrician
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What they do
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.
$76,114 / year median in Washington
+2% projected growth
Job Description
Maintenance Electrician:
Must have at least 3 years industrial electrical experience and have a current Washington State Journeyman Electrical license or qualifications to become licensed. Technical or Vocational Training may be substituted as partial experience. Must have excellent planning and troubleshooting skills with extensive experience working with low voltage DC circuits (5vdc -90vdc) plus 120V/208V/240V/277V /480V 3 Phase Power & Motor Controls circuits. Must be able to plan, install new circuits, recondition existing circuits, and rewire motors and equipment in a safe and professional manner. VFD/PLC experience also desired. Qualified individual must be able to work shift work and weekends as required. Must be able to speak, write and read English. Requirements- Must pass aptitude test with a minimum score of 80%.
- Make decisions regarding operating strategies, set-points, and limits
- Optimize system operations for improved cost and reliability
- Schedule and/or perform major repairs and rebuilds
- Recommend equipment upgrades and improvements
- Perform system inspections and mechanical integrity checks
- Can troubleshoot complex mechanical or electrical problems
- Repair & rebuild all equipment within the department's assigned areas
- Administers preventive and predictive maintenance on all assigned equipment
- Must be able to read, write and speak English
- Must be able to work nights and weekends.
- The above position requires individuals have basic electrical/mechanical tool set, have the ability to lift 75lbs., ability to become forklift, scissor/snorkel lift certified and have a valid driver's license.
- The position requires work in various areas of heights.