JOB TITLE: ELECTRICIAN 1

JOB CODE: 94410

SERIES NATURE OF WORK: The Electrician series describes work in the installation, troubleshooting, repair, and maintenance of electrical systems, components, and equipment that require up to 480 volts of electricity.

DEFINITION: This is skilled work in the installation, troubleshooting, repair, replacement, and maintenance of electrical systems, components, and equipment that operate with up to 480 volts of electricity.

An employee in this job locates, troubleshoots, and resolves power failures and circuitry issues; and installs and commissions a variety of electrical systems, components, equipment, and fixtures. Work involves testing equipment and connections; removing, repairing, and replacing defective controls and components; cutting, bending, tightening, splicing, soldering, and insulating wiring; and measuring, cutting, bending, and running conduit. Work includes performing preventative maintenance on electrical equipment, panels, and generators; reading and interpreting blueprints, schematics, and manufacturers’ manuals; and assigning and demonstrating electrical related tasks to other employees during the completion of specific work assignments. Work is performed independently and reviewed upon completion for adherence to guidelines and quality and timeliness standards.

EXAMPLES OF WORK: (NOTE: The examples of work are representative of the work, but every position classified to this job may not perform all examples of work listed. Conversely, this is not an all-inclusive list of work examples.)

• Determines materials, sequence of tasks, and work methods needed for installation, repair, replacement, and maintenance assignments.

• Troubleshoots issues and restores power to a wide variety of building equipment, such as lighting fixtures, HVAC units, fans, floor scrubbers, circulating pumps, water heaters, refrigeration units, security camera systems, fire detection and alarm systems, and commercial kitchen appliances.

• Disassembles, tests, repairs or replaces components, and reassembles a wide variety of building equipment and fixtures with electric motors, power circuitry, and electronic controls.

• Uses hand and power tools to measure, cut, bend, and run wire and conduit to specific lengths and angles.

• Uses a variety of testing instruments to trace and diagnose power issues, including test lights, ohmmeters, ammeters, megger meters, voltmeters, oscilloscopes, and circuit tracers.

• Commissions electrical installation, repair, and replacement work and tests, troubleshoots, and resolves issues identified in the commissioning process.

• Reads and interprets schematic drawings and blueprints and identifies the location for wire connections; the type, size, and measurements of wire, conduit, couplings, and fittings; and the type and placement of the electrical devices to be installed.

• Replaces worn or failed switches, relays, and outlets.

• Performs preventative maintenance on back-up power generators, including checking the battery, hoses, emergency lighting, wiring, and antifreeze levels.

• Resets circuit breakers after power outages and tests electrical operations to ensure electrical systems and equipment are functional.

• Estimates time and materials needed for repairs.

• Monitors and maintains supplies and notifies supervisor for replenishment.

• Complies with safety regulations and standards for work assignments, including wearing personal protective equipment.

• Maintains knowledge of electrical codes for electrical systems, components, and equipment.

• Demonstrates and provides instruction to other trades and maintenance employees on electrical-related tasks.

• An employee in this job participates in the performance of other trades’ tasks consistent with operational and organizational requirements.

• Operates motor vehicles.

• Performs related work as required.

ENTRY LEVEL KNOWLEDGES, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:

• Knowledge of the practices, methods, materials, hazards, and safety precautions of the electrical trade.

• Knowledge of electrical codes and regulations relevant to electrical systems, components, and equipment that operate with up to 480 volts of electricity.

• Knowledge of the care and use of tools for testing, installing, repairing, and maintaining electrical systems, fixtures, and components that operate with up to 480 volts of electricity.

• Knowledge of the use and functionality of Microsoft Office Suite software.

• Ability to locate and repair electrical defects in equipment operating with up to 480 volts of electricity.

• Ability to read and interpret electrical measuring devices.

• Ability to read and interpret electrical system blueprints, manufacturers’ manuals, and schematics.

• Ability to perform math functions including addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division.

• Ability to communicate effectively orally.

• Ability to communicate effectively in writing.

• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships.

MINIMUM EXPERIENCE AND TRAINING: (NOTE: Based on the Entry Level Knowledges, Skills, and Abilities)

• Successful completion of the Electrician Trainee program (commonwealth title);

or

• Four years of experience installing, repairing, and maintaining electrical systems, components, and equipment;

or

• An equivalent combination of experience and training.

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Certain positions require possession of a valid license as a journey-level electrician issued by the local Pennsylvania jurisdiction.

• Certain positions require possession of an active motor vehicle license.