Are you ready to power up your career? We are seeking an Electrical Technician 1 to support the installation, maintenance, and repair of intricate commercial building systems. Working under the guidance of senior electricians, you will ensure the safety and functionality of power distribution, lighting, and low-voltage systems.
This is an ideal entry-level role for a motivated professional with 2–4 years of experience looking to build a path toward becoming a Journeyman Electrician.
Position Summary
The Electrical Technician 1 plays a critical role in supporting the installation and maintenance of intricate building systems under the guidance of senior electricians or electrical engineers. This position focuses on ensuring the functionality and safety compliance of essential systems, including power distribution, lighting, and low voltage systems. Key responsibilities include assisting with electrical installations, performing routine maintenance and repairs, and interpreting technical schematics. The technician is responsible for testing and calibrating systems using specialized tools and must maintain an organized, safe job site while documenting daily activities and technical reports.
Candidates should possess a basic understanding of electrical theories and the National Electrical Code (NEC), along with familiarity with hand and power tools. Strong math and analytical skills are required for accurate measurements and calculations, and physical stamina is essential due to the demanding nature of the work environment. While a high school diploma is the minimum educational requirement, those with postsecondary awards or degrees in electrical technology are preferred. This entry-level position is ideal for individuals starting their careers, often with 2-4 years of experience, and paves the way for future development towards licensure as a Journeyman Electrician.
Selects type and size of conduit, wiring, and related materials and equipment such as supports, hangers, and supports, according to specifications
Makes plans to coordinate job site materials, subcontracted work, job schedule, and job close-out documents.
Essential Skills & Qualifications
Compensation
Salary Min: $41,622
Salary Max: $69,395
Actual compensation will be determined based on experience, qualifications, geographic location, and other job-related factors.
Travel is frequently required to and from job site locations.
While performing duties on this job, the employee is frequently exposed to various indoor/outdoor climate conditions and temperatures. They will also be exposed to frequent fumes, odors, dust, gases, poor ventilation, etc. Noise level exceeding 85 decibels will require hearing protection. Other hazards might include electrical shock, burns, explosives, radiant energy, mechanical hazards, etc.
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.
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to use their hands and fingers to handle, feel or operate objects, tools, or controls, and reach with hands and arms. They will need to stand (approximately 70%), walk (approximately 20%), and sit (approximately 10%). The employee will also need to be able to climb, balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, crawl, reach, handle, feel, talk, and hear. The employee will need to be able to carry and lift up to 50-75lbs, and move up to 200lbs. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, midrange vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.
Position Type/Expected Hours of Work
This is a full-time position which typically requires 40 hours per week.
It has been and will continue to be a fundamental policy of the Company not to discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, or status as a veteran, or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state or local law, with respect to recruitment, hiring, training, promotion, and other terms and condition of employment.
Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.
