Electrician

About Us

From commercial office space and manufacturing to multi-site retail portfolios, we manage and support over 1 billion square feet of facilities space for the nation's leading organizations. We provide comprehensive facility services ranging from mechanical maintenance and self-performed, site-based operations to energy-efficiency upgrades and supplier-managed interior/exterior maintenance.

Job Summary

EMCOR Facilities Services has an immediate opening for a 1st shift Electrician in Bethesda, MD (6:00am – 2:30pm Monday – Friday). The Technician will report daily to the EMCOR facility manager and support him/her to provide quality workmanship and high work standards to maintain a professional working environment. Primary responsibilities of this position are to be responsible for the electrical needs and general facility maintenance at the facility while performing general maintenance of equipment as required.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

• Communicate effectively with the Facility Manager to determine service needs
• Coordinate and supervise client sub-contractors while performing service on site
• Demonstrate critical thinking to ensure correct solutions are implemented for building electrical systems
• Navigate electrical systems with hands-on expertise, troubleshoot electrical issues, operate power and hand tools, and interpret blueprints, schematics and electrical code specifications
• Maintain a strict electrical PM schedule to include but not limited to UPS & PDU systems, emergency generators, lighting systems, A/C and Heating equipment
• Perform a wide variety of electrical corrective maintenance work requests such as ballast and bulb replacements, switches, outlets, breakers, interior/exterior/parking garage lighting, etc.
• Assist other skilled employees to perform projects as requested and assisting in snow removal when necessary
• Monitor the building automation computer system to ensure equipment is running and the building temperature conditions are in range

Qualifications

Education

• HS Diploma

Business Experience

• 3 – 5 years of hands-on experience in facilities electrical maintenance and dealing with a wide range of general type services

Licenses/Certifications

• Valid US driver's license required
• Electrical license (Apprentice or Journeyman) desired and a plus

Language Skills

• Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals
• Ability to speak effectively before groups of customers or associates of organization

Technical Qualifications & Skills

• Ability to perform various general type maintenance tasks
• Ability to write routine reports and correspondence utilizing basic computer skills and ability to communicate via email and internet use
• Excellent customer service and communication skills
• Responsible for maintenance and repair of all electrical systems and equipment at this facility such as UPS's, PDU's, motors, VFD's, electrical panels, breakers, circuits, outlets, fixtures, lighting system, etc.
• Must maintain a strict electrical PM schedule
• Ability to assist in the maintenance of all mechanical and facility operations equipment as needed
• Ability to occasionally assist in the repair of various types of facility equipment such as air handling equipment, vent fans, circulation fans, boilers, HW heaters, pumps, FCU's, kitchen equipment, etc.
• Organization skills to maintain the client facility maintenance records and reports
• Ability to monitor the building automation computer system to ensure equipment is running and the building temperature conditions are in range
• Monitoring and operating the client CMMS system for PM's and work orders

Physical Demands

• Ability to lift 50lbs
• Climb ladders and walk the facility throughout the day
• Kneel repetitively during shift
• Move in a 90-degree fashion on a repetitive basis
• Work and maneuver on a variety of terrains including shoveling snow when required
• Interact with all clients in a professional and friendly manner despite periods of stress

Work Environment

• Frequently exposed to moving mechanical parts
• Occasionally exposed to high precarious places; fumes or airborne particles; extreme heat; risk of electrical shock and vibration
• Noise level in the work environment is usually loud
• May be required to work in confined, restricted and hot areas
• Responsible for snow removal and there are times in the Winter season when most of the day is spent outdoors in cold/snow conditions
• Must be willing to work overtime, weekends and Holidays when required

Compensation

• Compensation Range: $32/hr - $39/hr
• Other Compensation: this position is not bonus or commission eligible

Equal Opportunity

As a leading provider of mechanical and electrical construction, facilities services, and energy infrastructure, we offer employees a competitive salary and benefits package and we are always looking for individuals with the talent and skills required to contribute to our continued growth and success. Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled.

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