Master Electrician / Installation

Kanab Utah (onsite at Sanctuary) Some relocation assistance may be available.

Hiring Range : This position's hiring range is anticipated to be $31.00 per hour - $35.50 per hour, depending on experience, plus great benefits!

This position performs a variety of highly skilled electrical work related to the installation, maintenance, troubleshooting, and repair of electrical systems throughout sanctuary facilities and grounds. The Master Electrician is responsible for ensuring all electrical work complies with applicable federal, state, and local electrical codes and safety standards. Duties include diagnosing and repairing electrical systems, estimating and installing new electrical infrastructure, supporting facility maintenance projects, and coordinating with other maintenance personnel. This position provides technical leadership and mentorship to maintenance staff and entry-level electricians, ensuring safe work practices and high-quality workmanship while assisting with broader maintenance and facility improvement needs as required.

Culture Statement and Responsibility: We believe in treating everyone with kindness and compassion, building trust through authenticity and following through on commitments. We prioritize well-being alongside our mission, fostering strong relationships through open communication and transparent feedback. Diversity and inclusion are integral to our culture, enriching team dynamics by valuing diverse perspectives. Treat people around you with Kindness and Compassion, build trust by demonstrating authenticity and following through on your commitments, prioritize your well-being like you do our mission, and work to build strong relationships with your colleagues by participating in communication loops to share and receive honest feedback. Serve as the primary electrical subject-matter expert for the organization.

Assist with general maintenance tasks, facility improvement and infrastructure projects and complete customer generated work order tickets in an organized, professional and timely manner.

Install, maintain, troubleshoot, and repair electrical systems including wiring, panels, breakers, lighting systems, and electrical distribution equipment.

Ensure and inspect that all electrical work complies with the National Electrical Code (NEC) and all applicable federal, state and local regulations.

Estimate electrical projects, review plans, organize and execute new installations, facility upgrades, and electrical infrastructure improvements.

Deliver technical leadership and instruction to staff and others on fundamental electrical systems, safe work practices, and operational procedures.

Perform preventive maintenance on electrical systems, equipment, and facility infrastructure.

Coordinate electrical work with other maintenance teams during construction, renovation, or repair projects.

Must possess a valid Utah Master Electrical license (or the ability to obtain reciprocity).

Extensive knowledge of electrical systems, wiring methods, electrical distribution systems and control systems.

Thorough understanding of the National Electrical Code (NEC) and electrical safety standards.

Experience with electrical systems related to HVAC equipment pumps, motors, generators, and facility infrastructure.

read and interpret maps, diagrams, and equipment operations manuals; Prior experience with other maintenance areas such as painting, plumbing, etc. Regularly lift and move equipment weighing 50+ pounds.

Work indoors and outdoors in varying weather conditions in extreme heat and cold.

Safely operate tools and equipment while wearing required PPE

Exposure to dogs, cats and other animals of all sizes, temperaments, and medical status.

Thank you for your interest in pursuing a career at Best Friends Animal Society. Best Friends Animal Society is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to their race, color, religion, ancestry, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, age, disability, marital status, or domestic partner status.

S. must have valid work authorization that does not now and/or will not in the future require sponsorship of a visa for employment authorization in the U.S. by Best Friends Animal Society.