Residential Electrician (5632)

Job DetailsJob Location: New Kent - Providence Forge, VA 23140Position Type: Full TimeSalary Range: $20.00 - $24.00 HourlyESSENTIAL DUTIES, TASKS, AND FUNCTIONS The duties, tasks, and functions listed below combine to help define this position within the Company but should not be interpreted as exhaustive of all responsibilities the position may require. This position does not entail supervisory responsibilities. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential duties, tasks, and functions. • Help maintain and repair the electronic components and equipment used in any equipment or device that involves electricity after completion of new construction. • Test electrical systems and continuity of circuits in electrical wiring, equipment, and fixtures, using testing devices such as ohmmeters, voltmeters, and oscilloscopes, to ensure compatibility and safety of system. • Plan layout and installation of electrical wiring, equipment and fixtures, based on job specifications and local codes. • Diagnose malfunctioning systems, apparatus, and components, using test equipment and hand tools, to locate the cause of a breakdown and correct the problem. • Connect wires to circuit breakers, transformers, or other components. • Inspect and repair electrical systems, equipment, and components to identify hazards, defects, and the need for adjustment or repair, and to ensure compliance with codes. • Perform rough in and trim out punches. • Advise management on whether continued operation of equipment could be hazardous. • Drive Company vehicle to job sites safely and obeying all traffic laws. • Contact homeowners when enroute to warranty calls. • Communicate professionally and clearly with builders and customers as needed. • Coordinate with site scheduler and construction managers regarding jobs. • Perform “on call” services on a rotating basis including but not limited to carrying the on-call phone and answering and returning calls promptly, evaluating calls to determine emergency status, and traveling to “emergency” situations and performing services after hours as needed. • Upholds and adheres to all Company safety policies and procedures. • Other duties as required. ESSENTIAL REQUIREMENTS The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required to perform the above-listed duties, tasks, and functions. • Associate’s degree from an accredited technical school; or comprehensive electrician apprenticeship training program completion with direct work experience; or two to three years related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience. • Reliable transportation to and from work. • Valid US issued Driver's License. • A US Driving Record that passes the Company’s insurance carrier’s approval requirements to drive for the Company. • A current electrician’s license or identification card is preferred. • The ability to effectively communicate in English, both verbally and written. • Ability to understand and carry out instructions furnished in written, oral, or diagram form. • Ability to read and comprehend simple instructions, short correspondence, and memos. • Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals. • Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out detailed but uninvolved written or oral instructions. PERSONAL CHARACTERISTICS • Teamwork – The ability to work well with others and achieve results without regard to who gets the credit as long as the company wins. • Analysis – Synthesizes complex or diverse information; collects and researches data; uses intuition and experience to complement data. • Problem Solving – Identifies and resolves problems in a timely manner; gathers and analyzes information skillfully; develops alternative solutions; works well in group problem solving situations; a hands-on implementer. • Communication – Speaks clearly and persuasively in stressful, positive, or negative situations; listens and gets clarification; responds well to questions. • Cost Consciousness – Works within approved budgets. • Adaptability – Adapts to changes in the work environment; manages competing demands; changes approach or method to best fit the situation; able to deal with frequent change, delays, or unexpected events. • Judgment – Displays willingness to make decisions; exhibits sound and accurate judgment; includes appropriate people in decision-making processes. TRAVEL Travel will include the branch location’s service territory with occasional trips to the headquarters office in North Charleston, SC. PHYSICAL DEMANDS The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential physical demands of the position.   While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand; walk; sit; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; climb or balance; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl.   The employee must regularly lift and/or move up to 10 pounds independently, frequently lift and/or move up to 25 pounds independently, and occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds independently.   The employee is regularly required to talk and hear. The employee is occasionally required to smell. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus. WORK ENVIRONMENT The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential duties, tasks, and functions.   While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly exposed to wet and/or humid conditions and outside weather conditions. The employee is frequently exposed to fumes or airborne particles and risk of electrical shock. The employee is occasionally exposed to moving mechanical parts and high, precarious places. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.   Disclaimer: The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified. All personnel may be required to perform duties outside of their normal responsibilities from time to time, as needed. I have read and understand the above-listed job description and affirm that I am capable of performing the duties described to the best of my knowledge QualificationsOur Requirements:   2-3 years of experience with residential work. Ability to work as a team member. Organization and time management skills. Punctual, reliable, and self-motivated. Occasionally travel to work in other sites within Palmetto Residential Electric. Possibly required to work overtime. Must be physically able to perform maintenance tasks to the highest caliber, which include but are not limited to the ability to climb ladders, work in confined spaces, and lift objects weighing up to 75 pounds Must have the ability to pass a urine drug test and background check. Must be able to provide a clean driving record. Bilingual a plus.