Electrician

Position: Facilities Electrician

Department: Facilities Management / Maintenance

Reports To: Maintenance Supervisor or Facilities Manager

Company Overview

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Position Summary

The Facilities Electrician is a crucial member of our maintenance team, responsible for ensuring the operational integrity, safety, and reliability of all electrical systems within our facilities. This role involves a combination of planned preventive maintenance, rapid response to emergency repairs, and installation of new electrical infrastructure. The ideal candidate is a proactive, skilled, and safety-conscious professional who can work independently and as part of a team to support the continuous operation of our building systems.

Key Responsibilities

1. Maintenance & Repair:

• Perform scheduled preventive maintenance (PM) on electrical systems, including panelboards, switchgear, motor control centers (MCCs), transformers, and emergency power systems.
• Diagnose and troubleshoot complex electrical malfunctions using schematics, blueprints, and testing equipment (e.g., multimeters, ammeters).
• Repair and replace faulty electrical components, such as circuit breakers, relays, switches, fuses, and wiring.
• Maintain and repair lighting systems throughout the facility, including interior, exterior, and emergency lighting (exit signs, egress path lighting).
• Service and maintain electrical components of building equipment, including HVAC systems, pumps, motors, conveyors, and commercial kitchen equipment.

2. Installation & Project Work:

• Install, conduit, wire, and terminate new electrical circuits for equipment relocations, office reconfigurations, and facility upgrades.
• Read and interpret blueprints, electrical schematics, and one-line diagrams to plan and execute work.
• Assist in the planning and execution of small-to-medium electrical renovation projects.

3. Safety & Compliance:

• Adhere strictly to all National Electrical Code (NEC), OSHA, and company-specific safety standards and procedures.
• Perform Lockout/Tagout (LOTO) procedures diligently to ensure a zero-energy state before beginning work.
• Maintain accurate records of all maintenance and repair work in the Computerized Maintenance Management System (CMMS).
• Inspect electrical systems for code compliance and potential safety hazards, reporting findings to management.
• Ensure all work is performed to the highest quality and safety standards.

4. Emergency Response:

• Serve as a first responder for after-hours electrical emergencies, such as power outages, equipment failures, and critical system alarms, as part of an on-call rotation.
• Quickly diagnose and resolve issues to minimize downtime and disruption to business operations.

Qualifications & Experience

Required:

• High School Diploma or GED.
• Valid state Journeyman or Master Electrician license.
• Minimum of 3-5 years of experience as a commercial or industrial electrician.
• Proven experience in facilities maintenance, plant maintenance, or a similar setting.
• Thorough knowledge of the National Electrical Code (NEC) and OSHA safety standards.
• Proficiency in reading blueprints and electrical schematics.
• Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills.

Preferred:

• Experience with low-voltage systems (e.g., fire alarm, security, data/communications).
• Experience with Programmable Logic Controllers (PLCs) and Variable Frequency Drives (VFDs).
• Familiarity with building automation systems (BAS) or energy management systems.
• Experience using a CMMS (e.g., Maximo, Fiix, eMaint).
• OSHA 10 or 30-hour certification.

Technical Skills & Abilities

• Skilled in the use of hand tools, power tools, and diagnostic equipment for electrical work.
• Ability to work from ladders, scaffolds, and lifts.
• Strong understanding of three-phase power, distribution systems, and motor controls.
• Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and prioritize effectively in a fast-paced environment.

Physical Demands & Work Environment

• Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds, stand, walk, kneel, and bend for extended periods.
• Work may be performed in a variety of environments, including mechanical rooms, offices, manufacturing floors, and outdoors.
• May be exposed to loud noises, dust, and varying temperatures.
• Required to wear personal protective equipment (PPE) as required by the task and company policy.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: Up to QAR2,000.00 per month