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Master Electrician Job at GovFirst in Hampton

GovFirst, Hampton, VA, US, 23661

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Job Description
GovFirst is seeking to hire a Master Electrician to perform inspections, oversee electrical system installations, and ensure compliance with safety standards across Virginia, including Bristol, Culpeper, Fredericksburg, Hampton Roads, Lynchburg, Northern Virginia, Richmond, Salem, and Staunton, within the Transportation Operations Division. This role may include plan review, limited engineering functions, and on-site inspections.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Inspect electrical system/device repairs and installations to ensure compliance with codes, safety requirements, and traffic control standards.
  • Supervise or perform electrical/mechanical maintenance, repair, installation, and replacement work in substations, medium and low voltage systems, industrial pumps and motors, ventilation systems, drive systems, and roadway lighting.
  • Troubleshoot electrical systems, locate faults, recommend corrections, and perform repairs.
  • Function as a compliance inspector for roadway lighting repair, installation, specification adherence, and work zone traffic control.
  • Serve as a plans reviewer and perform limited engineering functions as needed.
  • Maintain accurate documentation of work activities and inspections.
  • Adhere to all requirements of a Journeyman Electrician.
Requirements
  • Valid Master Electrician license.
  • Completion of OSHA 30-hour training course.
  • Knowledge of local and state electrical and building codes.
  • Completion of a four- or five-year electrical construction and maintenance apprenticeship program approved by the Virginia Department of Labor and Industry, or four to five years of industrial electrical experience.
  • Ability to supervise or work independently in complex electrical systems.
  • Strong communication skills for coordination with contractors, VDOT personnel, and documentation purposes.


Benefits

Join GovFirst's client's Transportation Operations Division to ensure safe, code-compliant electrical systems across Virginia's infrastructure projects while participating in inspections, maintenance, oversight, and plan review activities.