Electrician Job at ACT Consulting, Inc. in Bethesda

ACT Consulting has an immediate need for an Electrician with our direct client.

ACT Consulting is a U.S. owned and operated staffing company providing our clients with candidates on a national basis for contract, contract to hire, and direct hire engagements. Our clients are comprised mostly of Fortune 1000 companies, primarily in the areas of Information Technology, Engineering, Professional, Accounting and Finance.

Title: Electrician III- ELECT010451
Location: Bethesda, MD
Duration: Fulltime
Pay Rate: Commensurate with experience
Position Description:
The Electrician III will supervise and perform advanced-level electrical duties to include installation, preventative maintenance, repair, testing, and code compliance of equipment. This position certifies compliance with Federal, State and Local laws. This position will be centered at a healthcare facility and may include mangement of several additional Electrician I roles.

Position Qualifications:

• Journeyman Electrician License in Maryland (or transferable to MD)
• Minimum five (5) years of experience as a Journeyman Electrician and/or a combination of education and experience
• Minimum five (5) years high-voltage (over 480v) experience
• Ability to read, understand, follow, and communicate instructions
• Ability to communication both verbally and in writing
• Must be able to communicate effectively with a wide range of people (clients, trades, facility staff, etc.)
• Basic computer skills such as internet, email, electronic manual, etc.
• Ability to learn additional programs quickly
• Must have experience working with:
  • Maintenance, repair and testing of power generation systems
  • Maintenance, repair and testing of diesel generators
  • Switchgear and transformers on high-voltage systems

Preferred Qualifications:

• Prior work experience in a commercial, campus, or central utility plant setting
• Three (3+) years of supervising experience and managing conflict resolution
• Prior work with a medical facility

Essential Duties:

• Independently trouble-shoot controls and power electrical systems.
• Oversee the removal and replacement of motors, starters, relays, limit switches, fuses, and primary control components.
• Supervise and trouble-shoot primary electronic systems using high-level ladder logic, diagrams, and schematics.
• Ability to make new installation wiring hook-ups and upgrade present equipment.
• Ability to assemble, inspect, adjust, repair, and/or replace faulty parts and wiring on all types of electronic and electrical devices.
• Support at a high-level mechanical and electrical repair.
• Perform high-level mechanical operations, repair, and maintenance to building systems to include automatic transfer switches, UPS/battery storage, emergency generators, and photovoltaic systems.
• Interpret and understand Federal, State, and local code ordinances.
• Must be able to work varying shifts including, nights, weekends and holidays as needed.
• Ability to supervise a team and handle conflict resolution.

Physical Work Classification & Demands:

• Heavy Work. Exerting up to 100 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 50 pounds of force frequently, and/or up to 20 pounds of force constantly to move objects.
• The individual in this position will periodically walk, kneel, sit, crouch, reach, stoop, read/see, speak, push, pull, lift, stand, and finger/type. The frequency of each action varies by workflow and field activity.
• Walking - The person in this position needs to frequently move about the jobsite.
• Sometimes operates a computer or tablet and other office machinery, such as a calculator and phone.
• The person in this position frequently communicates with employees and external stakeholders regarding a variety of topics related to office and field administration.
• Constantly reads written communications and views mail submissions. Will also need to read blueprints and take/verify field measurements.
• Climbing - Ascending or descending ladders, stairs, scaffolding and ramps at various heights.
• Balancing - Ability to maintain body equilibrium to prevent falling and to walk, stand or crouch.
• Stooping - Bending the body downward and forward by the spine at the waist.
• Reaching - Extending hand(s) and arm(s) in any direction for various lengths of time.
• Grasping - Needs to apply pressure to an object with fingers and palm regularly.
• Visual acuity and ability to operate a vehicle as certified and appropriate.
• Occasionally exposed to high and low temperatures.
• Frequently exposed to noisy environment and outdoor elements such as precipitation and wind.

Benefits:
We provide generous benefits for our full-time employees. This position is eligible for company-paid medical insurance, life insurance, accidental death & dismemberment, long-term disability, 401(K) retirement plan, and our employee assistance program (EAP). The company also believes in the importance of taking time to recharge. As a result, employees are eligible for paid time off beginning upon hire. Based on position location, a cost-of-living adjustment (Client) may also be included (subject to periodic review and adjustment).