Electrician at Allegheny County Housing Authority

Job Description:

Latest job information from Allegheny County Housing Authority for the position of Electrician. If the Electrician vacancy in McKees Rocks matches your qualifications, please submit your latest application or CV directly through the updated Jobkos job portal.

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Job Description

Purpose: This full-time (40 hours/week) temporary to potentially permanent position in the Facilities Department performs general electrical work, including installation, repair, and modernization of electrical systems, security systems, and related equipment.

Essential Job Functions:

1. Performs work required for the repair, maintenance, installation, and modernization of electrical systems for buildings, equipment, and grounds.
2. Performs skilled work demanding a high degree of manual and technical competency.
3. Locates and determines electrical malfunctions using test equipment.
4. Repairs malfunctions by replacing burned-out elements, fuses, defective wiring, and cleaning/repairing motors.
5. Tests electrical equipment such as motors, heaters, and controls for safety and efficiency.
6. Installs fixtures, wiring conduits, motors, and other electrical equipment.
7. Inspects circuits for specified shielding and grounding.
8. Must have knowledge of generators and transfer switches.
9. Must have knowledge of entry systems and intercom systems.
10. Works on, repairs, and maintains security and fire alarm systems.
11. Works on, repairs, and maintains security camera systems and related equipment.
12. Maintains records and logs to document work performed.
13. Available for emergency call-out situations.
14. Performs other related duties incidental to the work described herein.

Education/Experience:

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Electrician certification(s) along with a minimum of 3 years combined commercial and residential electrical experience, or any acceptable combination of education, training, and experience that provides the required knowledge, abilities, and skills of the trade’s standard practices, materials, and processes.
• Must have and maintain a valid PA driver’s license and use of a personal vehicle as needed.

Physical Requirements:

• Strong communication skills to interact effectively with diverse individuals from a broad range of social and economic backgrounds.
• Ability to understand and follow oral and written instructions; must have basic literacy skills.
• Must be physically able to access all units, common areas, buildings, and grounds.
• Must be able to run, stoop, crouch, or climb.
• Must be able to lift up to 80 lbs and carry objects up to 30 lbs.
• Requires good vision, including color perception, to identify wiring and read meters.
• Must be able to work in hot, cold, damp, or dusty areas, both inside and outside.
• Must be able to use tools of the trade as well as common office machines (PCs, phone, fax machines, etc.).
• Must be able to come to work promptly and regularly.

If you require assistance when completing the employment application or you anticipate a need for accommodation during the selection process due to a disability, then please contact the Human Resources Department at or .

As a condition of employment, the candidate must successfully pass a post-offer physical examination, drug screen, and background security review with regular full-time employment being contingent upon successful completion of a probationary period.

Job Info:

• Company: Allegheny County Housing Authority
• Position: Electrician
• Work Location: McKees Rocks
• Country: US

How to Submit an Application:

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