2nd shift Electrician (Chester, VA)

Job Description

Job Description

Paladin Consulting is currently hiring a 2nd shift Electrician to join our team working onsite at our client's office located in Chester, VA.

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Job Title: 2nd shift Electrician
Work Location: Chester, VA
Duration: Long-term contract with option to hire
Hours: Monday-Friday 2pm-12am

Education/Experience Required: High school or equivalent

Hours:

• First 6-8 weeks will be training period, that will be M-F 8am - 5pm
• Monday-Friday 2pm - 12AM
• Candidates will work rotating shifts, every 4 weeks, their days off will shift.

Job Description:
As an Electrician, you will inspect, repair, and maintain mechanical and electrical equipment in assigned facilities.
This job is part of the Engineering and Technical Services job function. They are responsible for providing support, preventive maintenance, and repairs on equipment and systems.

• Work site is currently under construction
• Working as part of a team and will have independent work

Resource's typical working day:

• Work orders will be assigned through a work order management system

Responsibilities :

• Oversee electrical and lighting systems' general operation, repair, and maintenance.
• Perform new installations of equipment.
• Check, repair, and replace functional components of electrical and lighting systems. This includes valves, motors, controls, switches, gauges, wiring, fans, pumps, compressors, condensers, cores, and pipes.
• Assure that equipment is being maintained and operating in a safe manner.
• Review historical maintenance records to create proactive inspection, testing, and preventive maintenance schedules.
• Provide efficient and reliable service to customers.
• Apply general knowledge of standard principles and techniques/procedures to accomplish assigned tasks and solve routine problems.
• Have a broad knowledge of own job discipline and some knowledge of several job disciplines within the function.
• Lead by example and model behaviors that are consistent with client values. May convince to reach an agreement.
• Impact the quality of own work and the work of others on the team.
• Work primarily within standardized procedures and practices to achieve objectives and meet deadlines.
• Explain complex information to others in straightforward situations.

Skills & Qualifications :

• High School Diploma, GED, or trade school diploma with 3-4 years of job-related experience.
• Completion of a formal apprenticeship program preferred.
• Master Electrician license required as dictated by local electrical codes.
• Valid Driver's license required.
• Meet the physical requirements of this role including stooping, standing, walking, climbing stairs/ladders, and the ability to lift/carry heavy loads of 50 lbs. or more.
• In-depth knowledge of Microsoft Office products. Examples include Word, Excel, Outlook, etc.
• Understanding of existing procedures and standards to solve slightly complex problems.
• Ability to analyze possible solutions using technical experience to apply appropriate judgment and precedents.
• Strong organizational skills with an inquisitive mindset.
• Advanced math skills: add, subtract, multiply, divide. Ability to calculate intermediate figures such as percentages discounts and commissions.

Licenses/Certifications:

• Journeyman's license required

Soft Skills:

• Highly professional attitude
• Good customer service skills

Software skills:

• Basic computer skills

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