Licensed Electrician

Principal Duties and Responsibilities

• Reports to and provides general assistance to the Maintenance Manager as it relates to the upkeep of the assigned facilities.
• Assemble, install, test, and maintain electrical or electronic wiring, controls, equipment, appliances, apparatus, and fixtures, using hand tools and power tools.
• Diagnose/ troubleshoot malfunctioning systems, apparatus and components, using the appropriate test equipment and hand tools to locate the cause of a breakdown and correct the problem.
• Ability to inspect and connect wires to circuit breakers, transformers or other components.
• Inspect electrical systems, equipment, and components to identify hazards, defects, and the need for adjustment or repair, and to ensure compliance with codes.
• Advise your direct manager on whether continued operation of equipment could be hazardous.
• Test electrical systems and continuity of circuits in electrical wiring, equipment, and fixtures, using testing devices such as ohmmeters and voltmeters to ensure compatibility and safety of system.
• Maintain current electrician’s license or identification card to meet government’s regulations.
• Plan layout and installation of electrical wiring, equipment and fixtures, based on job specifications and local codes.
• Use a variety of tools and equipment such as power construction equipment, measuring devices, power tools, and testing equipment including ammeters and test lamps. 
• Install ground leads and connect power cables to equipment, such as motors.
• Perform business management duties such as maintaining records and files, preparing reports and ordering supplies and equipment.
• Repair or replace wiring, equipment, and fixtures, using hand tools and power tools.
• Work from ladders, scaffolds, and roofs to install, maintain or repair electrical wiring, equipment and fixtures.
• Place conduit (pipes or tubing) inside designated partitions, walls, or other concealed areas, and pull insulated wires or cables through the conduit to complete circuits between boxes.
• Fasten small metal or plastic boxes to walls to house electrical switches or outlets.
• Perform physically demanding tasks, such as digging trenches to lay conduit and moving and lifting and lifting heavy objects.
• Provide preliminary cost estimates for materials and services.
• Provide assistance during emergencies.
• Perform general electrical maintenance.
• Ensure all activities are done in accordance to the national electrical code and building regulations.
• Exhibit a high level of professionalism at all times.
• Assist other departments from time to time on projects.
• Perform any other related duties as required.
• Meet and execute KEY PERFORMANCE INDICATORS (KPI’s) as set out in the Department.

  Required Competencies

• Good communication skills both written and oral.
• Ability to plan and organize and prioritize.
• Capacity to carry out manual lifting and handling of heavy objects and must be physically fit as the position involves lifting and walking.
• Good “handy man” skills with the ability to undertake general building maintenance and repair tasks.
• Good cleaning skills with the ability to undertake cleaning up of the assigned workspace.
• Energetic and highly motivated with a proactive approach and ability to carry out tasks with minimum supervision.
• Ability to work within a team environment.
• Ability to relate to a variety of people and develop sound working relationships.
• Ability to work with deadlines and be attentive to detail.
• Must be able to identify and resolve problems in a timely manner.
• Willingness to work a flexible schedule.

Qualifications and Experience

• A wireman’s license and a certificate in electrical installation 
• Minimum of 4 to 5 years’ work experience as an electrician.
• A minimum of five (5) CXC subjects including Mathematics and English.
• A valid driver’s permit.