Electrician

Description

Are you a skilled electrician looking for a direct-hire opportunity? We have an immediate opening in Chesapeake, VA for an Electrician to join our team! This position offers a pay of $40 to $50 an hour, with a regular schedule of 6:00 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. While occasional overnight and weekend shifts are required, you'll be joining a supportive team with great benefits. If you're ready to take the next step in your career, contact our RPS Recruiter, Sam at [email protected] to apply today!

Perks & Benefits

• Casual Dress Code
• Weekly paychecks
• Direct Deposit or Cash Card pay options
• Medical / Dental Insurance
• Paid Time Off
• $40.00 - $50.00 / Hour

Employment Type & Shifts

• Direct Hire
• Full Time
• 1st Shift

Job Responsibilities

• Performs work individually under limited supervision or in a team environment
• Performs work by standard operating procedures and from complex instructions and procedures
• Undertake routine maintenance of relevant plant and equipment by scheduled requirements in a safe and efficient manner
• Performs non-trade tasks incidental to the work
• Follow safe work practices including but not limited to lock out/tag out and isolation techniques
• Understands and implements quality control techniques
• Demonstrate personal responsibility for all Safety, Health, Environment, Community, and Sustainability (SHECS) policies, procedures, and initiatives
• Responsible for completing assigned preventative maintenance on equipment, troubleshooting and repairing machinery to minimize production loss and downtime, and participating in projects and new installations as needed
• Occasionally serves as the point of contact for electrical contractors on larger projects
• Troubleshoots 480/240/120 Vac and 230 Vdc motor control circuits, lighting, and resistive heating circuits
• Tests electrical systems and circuit continuity in wiring, equipment, and fixtures using appropriate testing devices and meters to measure conductors and components of electrical circuits
• Installs and mounts electronic controls, device panels, sensors, and components, along with associated conduit and wiring
• Interlocks wiring as necessary
• Replaces variable speed drives on equipment and repairs damaged cables
• Replaces and wires electronic components as required
• Assists in replacing motors and other electrical components
• Sizes, bends and installs new conduit runs

Qualifications:

• Up to 8 years of experience as a journeyman or licensed electrician
• High school diploma or equivalent; vocational training in electrical work required
• Valid electrician license or certification as required by state or local regulations
• Strong knowledge of electrical codes, safety standards, and regulations
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints, schematics, and technical documents
• Ability to troubleshoot and solve complex electrical problems

Associate Requirements

• HS Diploma or GED
• Background Check
• Drug Test
• Must be at least 18 years old