Job Summary:

The Electrician will install and maintain the electrical wiring, fixtures, and systems in buildings.   

Duties/Responsibilities:

• Installs and repairs electrical wiring, systems, and fixtures in buildings.
• Installs conduits and pipes to house electrical wires and cables.
• Ensures piping complies with electrical codes.
• Installs circuit breakers and other electrical hardware and connects wiring to them.
• Connects electrical systems to powerlines to provide electricity to the building. 
• Tests electrical systems to ensure proper installation and operation.
• Inspects electrical systems to determine whether repairs are needed.
• Replaces conduit and wiring as needed.
• Replaces circuit breakers as needed.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Required Skills/Abilities: 

• Ability to read blueprints.
• Extensive knowledge of electrical systems and wiring.
• Ability to use hand tools and power tools.
• Proficient in the use of test meters and other diagnostic equipment.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.

Education and Experience:

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Completion of a formal apprenticeship and valid electrician’s license required.

Physical Requirements: 

• Must be able to see color.
• Prolonged periods standing, kneeling, bending, and reaching.
• Must be physically capable of pulling wires and cables through conduits.
• Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds at a time.

• Climb ladders and scaffolds.
• Keep or regain balance.
• Kneel, stoop, crouch, or crawl.
• Use fingers to grasp, move, or assemble very small objects.
• Hold the arm and hand in one position or hold the hand steady while moving the arm.
• Use one or two hands to grasp, move, or assemble objects.

Salary : $30 - $32