Airport Electrician Specialist - Licensed Unrestricted; High Voltage

Hourly pay range: $26.37 - $44.04

Job Posting Open Until Filled

Employee performs highly skilled maintenance, installation, repair and troubleshooting work involved with electrical systems. Electrical work may be performed in a number of areas including runways, taxiways, and security gates. Work involves technical application of electrical principles. This is a fully seasoned skilled level capable of independently carrying out most assignments typical of the discipline. This level would be attainable by multiple incumbents in a work group (not necessarily by all) but would not be an "automatic" promotional level.

Works under very general supervision. May work independently or with other skilled or semi‑skilled workers with responsibility for completion of assigned tasks.

These are typical responsibilities for this position and should not be construed as exclusive or all inclusive. May perform other duties as assigned.

• Maintains runway and taxiway lights; troubleshoots to identify the problem and repair as needed. Inspect and make repairs to taxiway lights and signs that are powered by 2400 volts and current transformers.
• Performs emergency repairs to runway lights and signs when required.
• Installs, repairs and services specialized electrical equipment and machinery.
• Constructs and maintains service equipment.
• Reads electrical circuit diagrams.
• Operates power hand tools and other specialized electrical equipment.
• Requisition s material and supplies from stockroom; calls vendors to discuss needs for parts and supplies and recommends purchases and suppliers.
• Transfers primary power from one power source to another.
• Sets poles, strings overhead lines and does overhead line maintenance.
• Supervises other regular employees during a minor portion of the employee's work time; duties include assigning and reviewing work to other staff.

Selects from multiple procedures and methods to accomplish tasks. May make purchasing or resource allocation decisions within organization guidelines.

Provides guidance and training as required to lower level, interns, temporary employees, etc.

This is a partial listing of necessary knowledge, skills, and abilities required to perform the job successfully. It is not an exhaustive list.

• Industrial electrical troubleshooting
• Electrical theory and methods, materials, tools, equipment and systems used in the electrical trade
• Applicable state and federal codes and regulations pertaining to the electrical trade
• Computer logic and programming
• Methods and practices followed in the maintenance of tools, machinery, and equipment
• Safety precautions to be observed in the maintenance and installation of electronic and mechanical equipment
• Airfield terminology

• Operating basic hand, hydraulic, and pneumatic tools
• Communicating effectively verbally and in writing

• Operate and use required tools and equipment skillfully and safely
• Assemble, install, maintain, and repair electrical apparatuses
• Make rough sketches
• Estimate cost, time and materials of electrical work
• Analyze and respond safely and appropriately to emergency situations
• Perform preventive maintenance on switch gears and transformers
• Read and comprehend plans and blueprints as appropriate to trade
• Perform heavy physical labor
• Train and direct the work of other classified staff in the area
• Follow and give oral and written instructions
• Maintain cooperative working relationships

• Seven years electrical experience and Class II Unrestricted Electrical Contractor License and or IBEW Journey’s Card
• Valid Driver’s License

Associate’s degree with a course of study in Electrical Construction and Maintenance or similar area or 10 years of related experience in a commercial, industrial, or facilities maintenance.

• Class II Unrestricted Electrical Contractor License or IBEW Journeyman's Card
• Valid Driver’s License

Required physical,…