Electrician

TitleElectricianPay GradeNon-ExemptMajor DepartmentMaintenanceMinor DepartmentMaintenanceReports toProject ManagerJob Summary: Electrician to undertake a variety of tasks relating to setting up and maintaining electrical infrastructure. Your job will involve installing electrical wiring in buildings and poles, troubleshooting malfunctions and blackouts and repairing appliances. Due to the high amount of risk pertaining to this job, electricians must be first and foremost responsible individuals with great attention to safety precautions. The ideal candidate must also be experienced in different kinds of electrical devices and systems.Essential Job RequirementsExecute plans of electrical wiring for well-functioning lighting, intercom and other electrical systemsInstall electrical apparatus, fixtures and equipment for alarm and other systemsInstall safety and distribution components (e.g. switches, resistors, circuit-breaker panels etc.)Connect wiring in electrical circuits and networks ensuring compatibility of componentsPrepare and assemble conduits and connect wiring through themPrevent breakdown of systems by routinely inspecting and replacing old wiring and insulated cables, cleaning circuits etc.Perform effective troubleshooting to identify hazards or malfunctions and repair or substitute damaged unitsEducation and CertificationsHigh School Diploma or G.E.D. with 0-3 years of experience as an electricianDiploma in relevant vocational training or successfully completed apprenticeship as an electricianValid license to practice professionOther Knowledge, Skills, and AbilitiesMust be capable of providing and modeling exceptional customer service.Must have excellent communication skills in order to communicate effectively with customers, store leadership, and fellow-team members.Must be detail oriented, self-motivated, and able to work independently or in groups.Work Environment/ Physical DemandsMust have the physical ability to stand for extended periods of time, bend, climb, balance, stoop to grasp objects, kneel, crouch, crawl, frequently push/pull up to 100 lbs., frequently lift and/or move loads up to 50 lbs., and occasionally lift 75 lbs.Ability to enter the coolers and freezers thereby being subjected to and withstanding frequent temperature changes for extended periods of time.Occasional high stress when dealing with systems/customers/staff.Able to work a flexible schedule with various shifts, including weekends and holidays, as determined by the store/business needs and as required to ensure adequate store staffing.Must have reliable source of transportation.The ability to be reached during/after work hours.The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified. All personnel may be required to perform duties outside of their normal responsibilities from time to time, as needed.