Electrical Jobs in Christiansburg, Virginia

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Maintenance Electrician A

POSITION: Maintenance Electrician A SHIFT: 1st LABOR GRADE: 1 HOURS: 7:30 a.m. – 4:00 p.m. DEPARTMENT: 85-1 NUMBER OF OPENINGS: 1 MINIMUM RATE: $27.77 MAXIMUM RATE: $29.95 DESCRIPTION: The principle tasks of the Maintenance Electrician A are as follows. • Installs, maintains and repairs building and automated production electrical equipment such as motors, controllers and electronic controls. • Uses electrical test equipment such as multimeters, amp meters, meggars, oscilloscope, digital meters, calibrators, etc. to troubleshoot and diagnose problems with electrical/electronic circuits and make necessary repairs. • Installs conduit, electrical equipment, necessary wiring and makes electrical adjustments and maintains proper phase relationships. • Performs necessary preventative maintenance to all electrical equipment. • Works from drawings, sketches and schematics. • Makes electrical drawings, schematics of ideas, changes to equipment and circuit designs. • Trains and instructs Class B Electricians and works closely with maintenance personnel. • Performs mechanical troubleshooting and repair as necessary for proper electrical operation of equipment. • Makes reports and maintains necessary records of work orders and service records. • Coordinates with the department supervisor any equipment or material problems. • Performs housekeeping duties as required or assigned. • Adheres to all plant and departmental safety rules. If you are interested and qualified for this position, please complete a job bid form and insert completed form into box provided at time clock for this purpose. JOB SPECIFICATIONS MAY BE REVIEWED BY CONTACTING HUMAN RESOURCES. This posting will remain in effect for 3 days. If there are no applicants within that time, persons outside the Company will be considered.

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Electrical Power Systems Technician

High Voltage Lineworker This role requires individuals with experience in construction and maintenance of overhead electrical power systems. As a High Voltage Lineworker, you will be responsible for ensuring the safe and efficient operation of our high voltage systems. Responsibilities: - Construction and maintenance of high voltage systems - Maintenance of overhead electrical power systems Qualifications: - CDL license preferred - Ability to work at heights - Ability to travel to different locations Perks: - Competitive pay - Benefits package including health, dental, and vision insurance - Paid time off - Opportunities for advancement Travel Requirements: - Must be willing to travel to different locations within the tri-state region

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Electric Power Engineer

• *Job Summary:** • We are seeking a skilled Maintenance Electrician A to join our team. The ideal candidate will have experience in installing, maintaining and repairing building and automated production electrical equipment.

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Overview

Becoming an electrician in Christiansburg, VA, typically begins with an apprenticeship, combining 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 a significant presence in Virginia, and projects a 6% job growth from 2022 to 2032. Apprentices in Christiansburg earn an average of $29.97 per hour, with an annual overtime average of $9,438. Trade schools, unions, and platforms like Gild help aspiring electricians find apprenticeship opportunities, leading to a career with strong earning potential—often exceeding $108,000 annually for experienced professionals.

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