Electrician

Job Description

Job Description

The Electrician is responsible for performing the installation, maintenance, troubleshooting, repair, and testing of electrical systems and equipment supporting commercial, industrial, office, laboratory, and mission-critical facilities. This position provides technical competencies to ensure compliance with safety and quality requirements and supports reliable facility operations within a highly regulated environment.

Job Duties and Responsibilities
 Provide electrical maintenance activities for facility operations.
 Install, maintain, troubleshoot, and repair electrical distribution systems up to medium voltage levels.
 Diagnose and repair motors, motor control centers (MCCs), transformers, switchgear, breakers, panels, lighting systems, and emergency power systems.
 Mentor electricians, apprentices, and subcontractors.
 Perform planned work orders, ensuring completion in accordance with established schedules.
 Interpret electrical drawings, blueprints, single-line diagrams, specifications, and technical manuals.
 Perform preventive and predictive maintenance on electrical equipment.
 Conduct inspections and testing using electrical diagnostic equipment.
 Ensure compliance with National Electrical Code (NEC), OSHA requirements, and site-specific procedures.
 Maintain accurate maintenance records and work documentation within CMMS systems.
 Participate in outage planning, system commissioning, and startup activities.
 Coordinate with engineering, operations, and maintenance personnel to resolve electrical issues.

Education and Experience
 Must be a US Citizen
 High School Diploma or GED.
 Completion of an accredited electrical apprenticeship program or equivalent experience.
 Minimum 7–10 years of commercial, industrial, government, nuclear, or facility maintenance electrical experience.
 Strong knowledge of electrical distribution systems, controls, and facility infrastructure.
 Ability to read and interpret electrical schematics, blueprints, and technical documentation.
 Valid driver's license.

Preferred Qualifications
 Journeyman or Master Electrician License.
 Experience supporting federal, DOE, nuclear, industrial, or manufacturing facilities.
 Knowledge of building automation systems (BAS), fire alarm systems, and standby power systems.
 Experience with lockout/tagout procedures and electrical safety programs.
 NFPA 70E Electrical Safety Training certification.
 OSHA 30-Hour Construction or General Industry certification.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
 Advanced electrical troubleshooting and diagnostic skills.
 Strong leadership, communication, and team-building abilities.
 Knowledge of NEC, NFPA 70E, and applicable electrical standards.
 Ability to prioritize multiple assignments and meet project deadlines.
 Proficiency with computerized maintenance management systems (CMMS).
 Strong commitment to safety, quality, and operational excellence.

Area Security
Access: Candidate must be able to obtain and maintain a DOE “Q” security clearance. An active DOE clearance is not initially required to perform assigned duties.  After award, the selected candidate will be notified when to apply for a clearance based on specific work assignments

Work Hours
A 40-hour work week is scheduled. SRNS utilizes various work schedules including 5/8s (8 hour/day; five days per week), 4/10’s (10 hours/day; four days per week), and 9/80’s (9 hours/day, five days on week AA and four days on week BB. Work week excludes SRNS holidays. Each workday has 30 minutes lunch. Overtime will be expected at times to meet deliverables and will be utilized at the discretion of the Manager.

Work Environment / Physical Demands 
The Electrician supports critical facility infrastructure in a highly regulated industrial and government environment. The position requires adherence to stringent safety, environmental, quality assurance, and security requirements while maintaining reliable facility operations.
 Ability to lift up to 50 pounds.
 Ability to climb ladders, work from lifts, and access elevated areas.
 Ability to work in confined spaces and industrial environments.
 Ability to wear required personal protective equipment (PPE), including arc-flash protective equipment.

DISCLAIMER: The information contained herein is not intended to be an all-inclusive list of the duties and responsibilities of the job, nor are they intended to be an all-inclusive list of the skills and abilities required to do the job.  While this is intended to be an accurate reflection of the current job, management reserves the right to revise the job or to require that other or different tasks be performed as assigned. This job description doesn't constitute a contract of employment, and the company may exercise its employment-at-will rights at any time.