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Electrician I - 60015080 at State of… · Lexington…

Mid LevelOn-siteFull-timeLexington County, SC$46k–$79k/yr

Job Description

Electrician I

The Department of Administration's (Admin) Division of Facilities Management and Property Services is seeking an experienced Electrician to join our team. Facilities Management (FM) maintains and operates approximately 53 buildings which include the State House, Capitol Complex Office Buildings, the Governor’s Mansion, and other buildings in the Columbia area. In this role, you will provide building maintenance services in order to efficiently and effectively repair and maintain FM owned and contracted buildings.
This position is on-site Cayce, SC.

Responsibilities of the Electrician I:

Complete assigned maintenance, repair and renovation electrical tasks to minimize unexpected and premature equipment failures using established policies, procedures and good work practices, to ensure buildings are in safe working order and compliant with codes and regulations.
Assist with maintenance, repair and renovation tasks of other various trades to complete assigned tasks using established policies, procedures and good work practices.
Utilize the plant maintenance phone app as provided by Admin to record all daily assigned work order entries, to ensure that accurate records are maintained on how time and materials are utilized, and also to capture all time worked during the day.
Identify, recommend and request equipment, material, supplies and training needed to ensure that necessary resources are available to complete work tasks and to improve efficiency, effectiveness, and safety in completing assigned tasks.
Perform other duties as assigned, to include disaster assistance, to ensure the success of FM's mission and compliance with applicable rules and regulations.
Offer guidance, promote teamwork and cooperation and work to resolve challenges.

A high school diploma or equivalent and experience in the installation, repair or maintenance of secondary electrical systems, experience in the installation, repair or maintenance of building systems (General Building Maintenance).

Additional Requirements:

Knowledge of national and local electrical regulations and code requirements.
Knowledge of trade safety practices.
Knowledge of techniques, methods, requirements and practices used in the trade.
Skill in making emergency repairs and adjustments to trade equipment.
Basic computer skills.
Ability to use judgment and initiative to complete routine work without constant supervision.
Ability to comprehend blueprints, plans, specifications and equipment manufacturer's technical bulletins.
Ability to organize, prioritize, plan and complete work.
Ability to communicate in writing and orally.
Ability to maintain accurate records relating to time, materials and services provided.
Ability to work with and assist other trade specialists as needed.
Ability to work as a part of a team or independently as necessary.
Must possess a valid Class "D" South Carolina Driver's license.
Must be able to bend, stoop, crouch, kneel, stand for long periods of time; climb ladders, stairs and scaffolding.
Position requires frequent lifting: 50lbs.
Must be able to work in confined spaces; hot, hazardous and noisy locations and in adverse weather conditions.
Position may be required to work during inclement weather and emergency conditions.
Position may require employee to work evenings and weekends.
Position requires 37.5 hours per week and subject to 24 hours per day off duty calls.
Position requires participation in the on-call program on a rotating basis.
Position requires on-call shifts and calls back.
Position requires routine driver duties.

Applicants indicating college credit or degree(s) on the application may bring a copy of college transcript to the interview. A copy of the transcript may also be uploaded as an attachment to the application, if required by the hiring department or if desired by the applicant. Please note that some areas of the Department may require an official, certified copy of the transcript prior to hiring or within a specific timeframe required by that area, after hiring. Failure to produce an official, certified transcript may result in not being hired or termination.

The Department of Administration is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all applicants and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions including, but not limited, to lactation), national origin, age (40 or older), disability or genetic information.

Supplemental questions are considered part of your official application. Any misrepresentation will result in your disqualification from employment. Please complete the state application to include all current and previous work history and education. A resume will not be accepted nor reviewed to determine if an applicant has met the qualifications for the position.

The South Carolina Department of Administration offers an exceptional benefits package for full time (FTE) employees:

Health, dental, vision, long-term disability, and life insurance for employees, spouse, and children. Click here for additional information.
15 days annual (vacation) leave per year
15 days sick leave per year
13 paid holidays
Paid Parental Leave
S.C. Deferred Compensation Program available(S.C. Deferred Compensation)
Retirement benefit choices *
- State Retirement Plan(SCRS )
- State Optional Retirement Program (State ORP )

*Enrollment in one of the listed plans is required for all FTE employees; please refer to the contribution section of hyperlinked retirement sites for the current contribution rate of gross pay.