Overview The Altoona Water Authority is seeking a motivated individual for the position of Electrical Technician. This role offers an excellent opportunity to start your career in the public sector, focusing on water and wastewater operations. Responsibilities: • Completes job tasks by prioritizing daily work assignments and maintaining a parts inventory of standard electrical equipment. • Completes new electrical installations by installing conduit, wiring, and associated support systems. • Complies with local, state, and other related electrical codes and standards by coordinating with vendors and contractors; and by directing and completing various necessary job-specific work • Implements changes, expansions, and additions to electrical system by identifying problems, being apprised of new developments, and utilizing statistical and historical documents. • Interfaces current to outdated equipment by adapting and changing various electrical/electronic/HVAC systems. • Maintains electrical / electronic systems, and other specialized equipment for use in a standard safety manner by developing, implementing, and evaluating preventative and routine maintenance programs. • Maintains emergency generator systems source by developing, implementing, and evaluating a preventative and routine maintenance program. • Maintains safe working environment by cleaning, storing, and organizing work area and/or tools. • Procures immediate and unanticipated parts and materials by acquiring purchase order and contacting approved vendor/agent and/or retrieving parts ordered. • Provides information/management support by preparing reports and records. Qualifications: • Two (2) year Associate degree in one of the following Technologies: Electrical Technology, Electrical Engineering Technology, Electrical/Electro-mechanical Technology. • Minimum two years of experience in one or more of the following: maintaining various plant electrical power distribution systems; motor control systems; process control and analytical devices; PLC’s and computer control systems. • Must supply own hand tools. Skills and Abilities: • Assess problems and formulate remedies. • Interpret technical manuals, drawings, and specifications, including layouts, blueprints and schematics. • Follow complex oral and/or written instructions. • Complete arithmetical calculations involving fractions, decimals, and percentages. • Diagnose and complete corrective measures for malfunctions/deficiencies in electrical/electronic/HVAC and various specialized systems. • Communicate orally and in written form duties and instructions with supervisors, vendors, and peers. • Perform moderate manual labor for prolonged periods of time, often under adverse conditions. • Establish and maintain effective working relations with supervisors, vendors, associates, and the general public. • Use independent judgment and discretion concerning the method of repair after having received oral and/or written work orders, setting forth a complaint with respect to the operating condition of the equipment. • Provide on-the-job training to peers for various maintenance repairs. • Oversee the design, development, and implementation of software and hardware solutions, systems or products Benefits: • Competitive salary beginning at $31.93 per hour and benefits package. • Opportunities for career advancement and training. • Collaborative work environment with supportive team members. Job Type: Full-time Pay: From $31.93 per hour Benefits: • Dental insurance • Health insurance • Paid time off • Vision insurance Schedule: • 8 hour shift Education: • Associate (Required) Ability to Commute: • Altoona, PA 16601 (Required) Ability to Relocate: • Altoona, PA 16601: Relocate before starting work (Required) Work Location: In person
See More Details >>About us: Every person on the planet dreams of a better home. And at LIXIL, we’re committed to making better homes a reality for everyone, everywhere. We make it happen with pioneering water and housing technology solutions. Home to world leading brands like INAX, American Standard, GROHE, TOSTEM and many more, we touch the lives of more than a billion people each day, transforming houses into homes. Our planet is the home we all share. So how we do business matters. Our inclusive and empowering culture, entrepreneurial spirit and commitment to having a positive impact on the planet are integral to our business strategy. LIXIL today is on a journey of transformation. The world around us is changing. Technological advances. Evolving needs. New demographics. Shifting expectations. These changes serve as opportunities for solutions to be discovered, and to unlock progress for all. We invite you to make this journey with us. It is as challenging as it is inspiring. Together we can shape the future of living. We’re a home for growth, for imagination, for creativity. A home for your talent and ambition. A home for everyone. Overview: Reporting to our Regional Installation Manager, the Master Electrician will be responsible for achieving and maintaining a license that allows Safety Tubs Co, LLC to operate as a Electrical Contractor in the City of Altoona, Pennsylvania. You must have a current Master Electrician License. You will be the primary vendor for the business unit in Altoona and accountable for compliance with state and local license/registration performance requirements. Responsibilities: • Achieve and provide CE credits as may be required to maintain license. • Inform, and update Safety Tubs Co LLC management on changes in state and local laws, regulations, code requirements, etc. • Provide and support permitting requirements to assure local ordinance adherence, successful project completion, as required. • Conduct field inspections • No demolition or installation of product. Master Electrician is only responsible for the electrical portion of the install as determined for each Walk-in Tub. • Other duties as may be required. Requirements: • Active master electrical trades license with no restrictions for the City of Altoona, PA. • 7 Years’ experience in licensed trade, 2 years with masters’ license. • Must possess a valid driver’s license • Submit and pass a background and drug screeni#ASHQ e4mVNIpzqH
See More Details >>Electrical Engineering Technician, Altoona, PA Office Job Summary: The EADS Group, Inc. has an immediate opening for a full-time Electrical Engineering Technician headquartered in our Altoona, PA Office. The Electrical Engineering Technician will support our current clients and workload including assignments in both the private and public sectors. Under the direction of a Project Manager, an Electrical Engineering Technician would be responsible for • * Designing, developing, and providing electrical solutions on a wide range of Architectural, Municipal and Site related projects. • These tasks include but are not limited to assisting with the preparation of design deliverables, report preparation, data analysis and field investigations. The preferred candidate will work with other engineering disciplines along with Professional Engineers, Architects, and Technicians to support them from an electrical standpoint. Qualifications The preferred candidate will have an Associate Degree or post-secondary training from a trade school in Engineering Technology or a related field, along with a minimum 2 years of related experience in the electrical engineering field. Relevant experience may be substituted for formal education. The preferred candidate will also have a working knowledge of AutoCAD. We offer a flexible workweek, a competitive benefits package, and a salary commensurate with experience. *Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled
See More Details >>Becoming an electrician in Altoona, PA, typically starts with an apprenticeship, which combines hands-on experience with classroom learning, allowing individuals to earn while they learn. Apprenticeships last about four to five years, requiring many hours of training under licensed professionals. The U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics reports 762,600 electricians nationwide, with an average weekly wage of $1,330. Trade schools, unions, and platforms like Gild help aspiring electricians find apprenticeship opportunities, leading to a career with strong earning potential—often exceeding $54,000 annually for experienced professionals.
