Master Electrician

The purpose of this position is to perform skilled and semi-skilled work in the installation, maintenance and repair of electrical systems and equipment; to provide instruction and leadership of subordinate electricians in the absence of the Electrician Supervisor, and to perform related work as required. The class works within a general outline of work to be performed and develops work methods and sequences under general supervision of the Electrician Supervisor.

The tasks listed below are those that represent the majority of the time spent working in this class.  Management may assign additional tasks related to the type of work of the class as necessary.

Installs, replaces, maintains and repairs electrical equipment and systems in designated County buildings and facilities, including but not limited to bulbs and ballasts, circuits, receptacles, pole lights, airport runway/taxiway/apron lights, high voltage equipment, transformers, control panels, switches, photocells, remote controls, relays, contactors, etc.

Installs pipes for network lines and other communication lines; runs electrical pipes and conduit; installs intercom systems.

Adds or moves various electrical fixtures.

Coordinates and completes electrical hookups for Township Auditorium facility and shows.

Performs preventive maintenance of all equipment and systems.

Troubleshoots and diagnoses equipment and system problems and failures; schedules and performs repair work or parts replacement as necessary.

Assists supervisor in planning and coordinating major installation and maintenance projects as requested.

Provides training, leadership, advice and assistance to co-workers as needed; ensures that all work orders are completed correctly and in a timely manner.

Assists with mechanical maintenance and repair work as needed.

Maintains assigned tools and equipment.

Maintains accurate records on maintenance/repair work completed by utilizing the department’s computerized maintenance management system (CMMS).

Performs all work in accordance with all applicable policies, procedures, regulations and standards of safety and quality; ensures the timely completion of all assignments.

Attends training, workshops, meetings, etc., as necessary to enhance job knowledge and skills.

Must possess a valid state driver’s license.

Must possess and maintain or be able to obtain within one year of the hire date, a Master Electrician certification.

Requires at least two years of experience in the electrical field.

Requires medium-to-heavy work that involves walking, standing, stooping, lifting, reaching, pushing or raising objects and also involves exerting between 20 and 50 pounds of force on a recurring basis and 50 to 100 pounds of force on an occasional basis.  Requires climbing and working from ladders and scaffolds.

The job may risk exposure to bright/dim light, dusts and pollen, extreme heat and/or cold, wet or humid conditions, extreme noise levels, vibration, fumes and/or noxious odors, moving machinery, electrical shock, heights, toxic/caustic chemicals.