Electrician

The Operations and Maintenance division is a customer-driven team that provides day-to-day maintenance and ensures the successful operation of all County facilities. FMD is seeking a full-time skilled Electrician to perform journey-level activities, which may include installation, alteration, maintenance, and repair of electrical systems, who will deliver quality work and have a strong focus on customer service to join our O&M team. The workgroup consists of numerous crafts and specialty trades, where teamwork is a priority, working in County buildings 24 hours a day, seven days a week.

As the landlord for all facilities owned by Maricopa County, the Facilities Management Department is responsible for the planning, design, construction, maintenance, and operations of more than 200 facilities comprised of over 10 million square feet. Facilities Management is made up of a collaborative team that provides and performs various functions to meet the facility-related needs of all Maricopa County Departments. Our broad range of services includes various aspects of the ongoing operations and maintenance of all County-owned facilities, management of all facility projects, and in-house design services.

Proud to Offer

Work with a greater purpose

Tuition reimbursement

Exceptional work-life balance

Opportunities for growth and development within Maricopa County

Low-cost, high-value healthcare for you and your qualifying dependents

Child care benefits, including access to the Maricopa County Kids Club, dedicated to serving Maricopa County families

Paid vacation, sick time, and parental leave

Extensive wellness program, including an incentive

Enrollment in the Arizona State Retirement System, a defined retirement benefit requiring an 11.98% per paycheck contribution rate that includes a 100% employer match on Day 1

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We Require

Three years of journey-level experience in a commercial and or industrial electrical work environment

High school diploma or GED

Completion of an apprenticeship program or vocational education in the electrical field may substitute for up to one year of the experience requirement

Other Requirements

Successful candidates must currently possess, or have the ability to obtain, a valid Arizona driver's license by the time of hire and have an acceptable driving record

Must complete a Prison Rape Elimination Act (PREA) background investigation to access County detention facilities

We Also Value

Five or more years of experience troubleshooting and repairing electrical systems within an institutional, industrial, or heavy commercial environment

Job Contributions

Diagnose and repair electrical motor control systems.

Install electrical circuits from 120V to 480V; lay out, bend, and install conduit

Perform load calculations

Maintain, repair, and perform preventive maintenance on electrical equipment and the distribution system

Document information on the preventive maintenance program and maintain the major maintenance spreadsheet for pending repairs

Modify and update systems to conform to code

Perform inspections of building envelopes

Estimate time and order materials for projects and repairs

Other job duties as assigned

Working Conditions

Duties require lifting/dead lifting (floor to waist) of up to 50 pounds, bending, twisting, squatting, pushing or pulling is required of up to 100 pounds, up to 100 feet while navigating through equipment rooms, on building rooftops, and in restrictive areas. Must be able to safely climb ladders, scaffolding, and step stools in the execution of duties. Requires bending, climbing, stooping, kneeling, and crawling in all indoor and outdoor environments. Exposure to heights and uneven walking surfaces for the purpose of inspecting elevated building equipment

Incumbent may be subjected to extreme temperatures, wetness/humidity, respiratory hazards, and noise and vibration

Incumbent may be subjected to moving mechanical parts, vibrations, fumes, odors, dust, poor ventilation, chemicals, oils, extreme temperatures, inadequate lighting, workspace restrictions, intense noises, and travel

Incumbent may encounter some temperature extremes, confined areas, high noise levels, dim lighting, dust or smoke, potential contagious diseases, and traumatic subject matter. Working in jail environments and in hot/humid conditions on a regular basis. Exposure to various forms of hazardous energy sources relating but not limited to mechanical, electrical, and plumbing systems

Special working environments include, but are not limited to: adult and juvenile detention facilities; medical facilities, both detention and public health; forensics; courts; and related justice facilities

This position may require a rotating on-call/stand-by schedule, including nights, weekends, and holidays

Machines, Tools, Equipment, Software, and Hardware

Must be proficient with and capable of using basic hand tools, benders, cordless power tools, and electrical testing equipment, including a multimeter, clamp meter, megohmmeter, and circuit tracer. Must be capable of working with aerial lifts upon completion of county-provided training.

Protective Equipment Required

Must be capable of using various forms of personal protective equipment (PPE) as required to fulfill the requirements of the position.

Selection Procedure

Consideration will only be given to candidates who submit online applications

Candidates will be contacted primarily through email and their Workday online application profile

Must pass a pre-employment background and/or fingerprint investigation as required by statute or policy, including drug and alcohol testing requirements for positions designated as safety-sensitive

Maricopa County is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all applicants. If you require a reasonable accommodation during the application process or to perform the essential functions of the position under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), please contact [email protected] to initiate the interactive process.

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