Journeyman Electrician

POSITION: Electrician

SUPERVISOR: Electrical Superintendent

CLASSIFICATION: Full-time, hourly non-exempt

SUMMARY DESCRIPTION:

The Electrician is responsible for performing quality work for the company, as well as ensuring jurisdictional and code compliance. The candidate must adhere to company and industry guidelines, in addition to performing ongoing installation, service, and warranty work. Additionally, the Electrician shall continually improve the quality and safety of field teams through regular training and informative meetings.

ELECTRICIAN JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Performance of electrical installation for multiple commercial projects locally and supervision of subcontracted electrical contractors outside of New Mexico or in jurisdictions where unlicensed
• The ability to read and understand commercial building blueprints
• Knowledge of basic commercial wiring methods
• General project Electrical works/installation
• Prior to the start of a project, evaluate job sites and electrical infrastructure, participate in pre-construction planning with the PM and Superintendent to review plans and coordinate schedules, staffing and resource needs for the project
• During construction, lead and facilitate code compliant electrical work on solar projects. This work will include installing wiring, conduit, enclosures, switch gear, lighting, main service replacements, sub panels, and transformers.
• Test and commission electrical equipment.
• Assess safety hazards, conduct safety training, ensure job site safety and satisfy OSHA requirements.
• Ensure electrical PPE, tools and equipment assigned are maintained in good working condition or replaced as required.
• Comfortable working with 600v-1500v systems and medium-voltage devices
• Installing, operating and/or maintaining commercial/large scale Photovoltaic systems, inverters and data acquisition systems (DAS)
• Understanding of the NEC codes that relate to PV installations
• Assist with layout and assembly of solar modules / array and mounting hardware
• Understanding of mechanical/structural mounting of racking, modules and electrical equipment for solar
• Electrical wiring of solar array/system (AC and DC)
• Diagnose and repair solar systems and electrical components
• Provide on-site troubleshooting for solar systems
• Participate in all aspects of underground utility installation including the use of a hand shovel and any equipment associated with the installation
• Participates in training and meetings
• Willingness to assist with non-electrical and DC side work

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITY:

• This position supervises all electrical positions on construction jobsite.

WORK ENVIRONMENT:

• Ability to work in extreme environments, cold, winter weather, hot sun
• Able to work in confided spaces, and attics

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

• Stand for long periods of time.
• Use their hands to handle, control, or feel objects, tools, or controls.
• Bend or twist their body.
• Repeat the same movements.
• Climb ladders, scaffolds, or poles.

POSITION TYPE AND EXPECTED HOURS OF WORK:

• This is a full-time position
• Overtime may be required

TRAVEL:

• Willing and able to travel based on the needs of the business

OTHER DUTIES:

• As required, please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

Gridworks is an equal opportunity employer. All aspects of employment including the decision to hire, promote, discipline, or discharge, will be based on merit, competence, performance, and business needs. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, marital status, age, national origin, ancestry, physical or mental disability, medical condition, pregnancy, genetic information, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran status, or any other status protected under federal, state, or local law.

REQUIREMENTS (KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES):

• Licensed Electrician minimum of Journeyman License
• Understanding of residential and commercial circuitry
• Advanced pipe bending skills (at least ½ inch through 1-inch EMT)
• Working knowledge of NEC electrical codes and experience reading blue prints, plans and manufacturer specs
• Able to climb ladders, work with tools, work in crawl spaces
• Not afraid of heights and able to climb on top of roofs
• Able to work in varying temperatures
• Must have clean driving record
• Ability to pass background check and pre-employment and random drug screenings
• Accountable and Self-motivated
• Able to work without supervision
• Willing and able to travel based on the needs of the business
• Ability to transport materials and equipment to complete assigned job tasks (up to 50 pounds frequently and up to 100 pounds with assistance)
• Ability to lift 100 pounds safely
• Knowledge of underground raceway installation