Lead Electrician

Lead Electrician - Joint Base Anacostia- Bolling
Competitive Wages and Employer Paid Health Insurance!

EMI Services is hiring an Lead Electrician. Primary responsibilities of the Electrician are providing electrical services to include repair and/or replacement needs; installing, maintaining and upgrading electrical systems and equipment. The Electrician assist other skilled trades in the maintenance or repair of equipment for the distribution, or utilization of electric energy. The ideal EMI Electrician has well rounded training and experience usually acquired through a formal apprenticeship or equivalent training and experience.

*This is a working lead and technical expert role who is responsible to immediate supervisor for safe and efficient operation of all equipment and components of specialty. You will assign work with quality control and provide direction as needed, and track and coordinate tasks as assigned.

Salary

$59.05/ hr. plus employer paid health benefits and pension!

Key Responsibilities

• Assemble, install, test, and maintain electrical or electronic wiring, equipment, and fixtures
• Troubleshoot and diagnose malfunctioning systems, apparatus, and components
• Connect wires to circuit breakers, transformers, or other components
• Inspect electrical systems, equipment, and components to identify hazards, defects, and the need for adjustment or repair, and to ensure compliance with codes
• Test electrical systems and continuity of circuits in electrical wiring, equipment, and fixtures
• Plan layout and installation of electrical wiring, equipment and fixtures, based on job specifications and local codes
• Install ground leads and connect power cables to equipment
• Place conduit (pipes or tubing) inside designated partitions, walls, or other concealed areas, and pull insulated wires or cables through the conduit to complete circuits between boxes
• Provide preliminary cost estimates for materials and services
• Maintain current electrician's license or identification card to meet governmental regulations
• Performs other related duties as assigned

Essential Skills

• Thorough knowledge of electrical theory and methods, materials, tools, equipment and systems used in the electrical trade
• Thorough knowledge of applicable state and federal codes and regulations pertaining to the electrical trade
• Knowledge of building architectural/structural elements including; alterations and repairs
• Must be able to read and understand blueprints as appropriate to trade
• Adaptable and flexible in work situations
• Prioritizes tasks to ensure completion in a timely manner
• PRACTICES WORKPLACE SAFETY in the use of tools, equipment, and supplies - Including proper use of personal protective equipment (PPE)

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent
• 3+ years' experience maintenance electrician experience to include 2 years at a journeyman level
• Experience must be in an industrial or commercial facilities maintenance environment
• Current electrician's license
• MUST have a Top Secret Clearance with SCI or SCI Eligibility
• Valid driver's license compliant with the REAL ID Act
• Pass a pre-employment drug screening and background check
• U. S. citizenship to obtain and maintain access to military installations

Preferred Qualifications

• Certified Journeyman

Physical Requirements

• Must be able to lift up to 50lbs unassisted
• Use of hands, reaching with hands and arms, talking, and walking
• Prolonged periods of sitting, bending, squatting, standing, twisting, or stooping
• Climbing ladders and entering confined spaces
• May spend long hours in awkward positions which can cause physical discomfort and strain
• May stand for long periods and frequently work on ladders and scaffolds
• Work both indoors and outdoors in various temperatures (some extreme) and weather conditions.
• Electricians risk injury from electrical shock, falls, and cuts

* Physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

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Benefits
As a team member at EMI, you'll enjoy:

• Generous benefits package consistent with Collective Bargaining Agreement
• Health Care Plan (Medical, Dental & Vision)
• Paid Time Off (Vacation, Sick & Federal Holidays)