Electrician

Electrician

The Building People delivers integrated solutions that connect technology, buildings, and people to optimize real estate performance, facility operations, and workforce outcomes. With over 450 contracts delivered across 187 project locations, we manage more than 1,700 facilities and support $38.5B in federal and commercial assets. Leveraging AI-driven automation, data analytics, and platform-agnostic systems, we create high-performing, future-ready environments that reduce cost, improve efficiency, and enable mission success. Founded in 2012, we now have over 450 employees supporting 23 federal agencies—making us a trusted leader in delivering technology-infused building solutions across the public sector.

The Building People is committed to fostering a workplace where every employee can thrive. Using tools like the Predictive Index, we thoughtfully align individual strengths with team needs -ensuring the right fit, the right role, and long-term success.

Our culture is rooted in integrity, innovation, and service. Through our growing philanthropy program, we support communities by focusing on gratitude, giving back, partnerships, and mentorship.

Job Description/Job Summary:

The electrician supports a secure federal facilities Operations & Maintenance (O&M) program by performing electrical preventive maintenance, troubleshooting, repair, installation, and service call response activities within a mission-critical facilities environment in Northern Virginia.

This position is responsible for supporting daily operations involving electrical distribution systems, lighting systems, emergency power systems, generators, UPS systems, panels, branch circuits, transformers, switches, receptacles, and associated building electrical infrastructure. The electrician supports operational readiness by responding to service calls, completing preventive maintenance activities, maintaining maintenance documentation, and supporting emergency response operations in accordance with contract requirements and Government standards.

The electrician works closely with site leadership, maintenance personnel, subcontractors, and Government representatives to support daily operations within a secure TS/SCI environment.

Required Skills & Experience:

• Experience supporting commercial, industrial, institutional, or federal electrical maintenance operations.
• Experience performing preventive maintenance, troubleshooting, repair, and replacement of electrical systems and associated components.
• Experience supporting electrical distribution systems, lighting systems, panels, branch circuits, transformers, switches, receptacles, and related infrastructure.
• Experience responding to service calls and supporting emergency maintenance activities.
• Ability to read and interpret electrical drawings, schematics, technical manuals, and specifications.
• Ability to use electrical testing equipment, hand tools, and power tools safely and effectively.
• Ability to maintain maintenance records and service call documentation.
• Ability to work safely in accordance with applicable electrical safety standards and operational procedures.
• Ability to work in a secure federal facilities environment and support emergency response activities as required.

• Fully conversant in English (speaking, reading, and writing).

Required Certifications:

• Valid Driver's License.
• Valid Virginia Master Electrician License or Journeyman Electrician License.

Preferred Experience:

• Experience supporting DoD, IC, or other cleared federal facilities environments.
• Experience supporting TS/SCI or mission-critical facilities operations.
• Experience supporting generators, UPS systems, emergency power systems, and high voltage electrical infrastructure.
• Familiarity with NFPA 70, NFPA 70E, and electrical safety procedures.
• Familiarity with preventive maintenance scheduling and CMMS systems such as Maximo/FEM.
• Familiarity with OPSEC, TARP, AT Level I, and HSPD-12 compliance requirements.
• Experience supporting emergency response and after-hours maintenance operations.
• Experience supporting facilities maintenance contracts in a performance-based environment.

Salary Range: $35-40/hr

*Salary offered will be commensurate with the candidate's experience, qualifications, and certifications.

*Our positions may require a background screening and clearance directly from the Government.

*Please note that telework arrangements are subject to change based on customer requirements.

Additional Information:

Competitive benefits for eligible employees include:

• Medical & Rx
• Dental
• Vision
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• 401(k) Retirement Plan
• Life Insurance/AD&D
• Long Term Disability and Short-Term Disability
• Paid Time Off
• Holiday Pay

All positions require a background check after acceptance of our offer. The selected candidate will be eligible to begin employment before the background check has been finalized. However, continued employment will be contingent upon the results of your reference/background check from The Building People, LLC. Your position may require special credentialing, clearance, and access as a condition of employment. In the event the government or client does not sponsor or approve your clearance, it may result in termination of your employment.

If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment process, please contact us by email at View email address on click.appcast.io and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information. Requests for accommodation will be considered on a case-by-case basis. Please note that only inquiries concerning a request for reasonable accommodation will be responded to from this e-mail address.

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