Electrician Position in Chesapeake, VA
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 sangilecchia@staffmanagement.com to apply today!
The hourly rate for this position is anticipated between $40.00 - $50.00 per hour. This range is a good-faith estimate, based on the shift you work and other considerations permitted by law. An employee's pay history will not be a contributing factor where prohibited by local law. In addition to monetary compensation, we offer medical, dental, vision, life, and more. More details about benefits can be found at https://flimp.live/trueblueassociates#home.
Perks & Benefits
- Casual Dress Code
- Weekly paychecks
- Direct Deposit or Cash Card pay options
- Medical / Dental Insurance
- Paid Time Off
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