This position is responsible for performing carpentry repair and maintenance on city-owned facilities. An incumbent in this position may be designated “Master Electrician.” • Changes light bulbs and ballasts; replaces faulty receptacles, switches, contactors, breakers, motors, and belts. • Assists plumbers, HVAC technicians, telephone technicians, and representatives of the prison maintenance department and the civic center maintenance department as needed. • Repairs cell locks and sliding doors. • Performs plumbing and minor HVAC duties as necessary. • Repairs kitchen equipment and fire alarms. • Performs preventive maintenance. • Organizes work orders by priority; determines supplies needed to complete tasks. • Supervises and transports inmates. • Assists with sporting events and special projects such as Christmas lighting and community festivals by installing and maintaining temporary electrical services as needed. • Installs electrical outlets. • Wires cubicles. • Repairs or replaces speaker controls, cameras, monitors, and electric motors; maintains the emergency generator. • Performs other related duties as assigned. • Knowledge of electrical supplies and materials. • Knowledge of correctional rules and regulations regarding the supervision of inmates. • Knowledge of supervisory techniques. • Knowledge of national electrical codes. • Skill in reading voltage meters, blueprints, and electric schematics. • Skill in electrical wiring, pipe running, wire pulling, and transformer hookup. • Skill in the use of hand tools, a bucket truck, voltmeters, and amprobes. • Skill in oral and written communication. • Ability to operate machinery used in performing essential job functions. • Ability to operate a motor vehicle. Knowledge and level of competency commonly associated with the completion of specialized training in the occupational field, in addition to basic skills typically associated with a high school education. Sufficient experience to understand the basic principles relevant to the major duties of the position, usually associated with the completion of an apprenticeship/internship or having had a similar position for one to two years. Possession of or ability to readily obtain a valid driver's license issued by the State of Georgia for the type of vehicle or equipment operated. The work is typically performed while intermittently sitting, standing, stooping, walking, bending, or crouching. The employee frequently lifts light objects, occasionally lifts heavy objects, climbs ladders, uses tools or equipment requiring a high degree of dexterity, and distinguishes between shades of colors. Additionally, the following physical abilities are required: • Balancing – maintain equilibrium to prevent falling while walking, standing, or crouching. • Climbing – ascending, descending ladders, stairs, ramps, requires body agility. • Crawling – moving about on hands, knees, or hands, feet. • Crouching – bending body forward by bending leg, spine. • Feeling – perceiving attributes of objects by touch with skin, fingertips. • Grasping – applying pressure to object with fingers, palm. • Handling – picking, holding, or working with whole hand. • Hearing 1 – perceiving sounds at normal speaking levels, receive information. • Hearing 2 – receive detailed information, make discrimination in sound. • Kneeling – bending legs at knee to come to rest at knees. • Lifting – raising objects from lower to higher position, moving objects side to side, using upper extremities, back. • Manual Dexterity – picking, pinching, typing, working with fingers rather than hand. • Mental Acuity – ability to make rational decisions through sound logic, deductive reasoning. • Pulling - use upper extremities to exert force, haul or tug. • Pushing – use upper extremities to press against objects with force, or thrust forward, downward, outward. • Reaching – extending hands or arms in any direction. • Repetitive Motion – substantial movements of wrists, hands, fingers. • Speaking – expressing ideas with spoken word, convey detailed, important instructions accurately, concisely. • Standing – for sustained periods of time. • Stooping – bending body downward, forward at waist, with full motion of lower extremities and back. • Talking 1- expressing ideas by spoken word. • Talking 2 – shouting to be heard above ambient noise. • Visual Acuity 1 - prepare, analyze data, transcribing, computer terminal, extensive reading. • Visual Acuity 2 - color, depth perception, field of vision. • Visual Acuity 3 - determine accuracy, neatness, observe facilities/structures. • Visual Acuity 4 - operate motor vehicles/heavy equipment. • Visual Acuity 5 -close acuity for inspection of small defects, machines, use measurement devices, or fabricate parts. • Walking - on foot to accomplish tasks, long distances, or site to site. The work is typically performed in an office, library, computer room, stockroom, warehouse, or outdoors, where the employee may be exposed to noise, dust, dirt, grease, machinery with moving parts, contagious or infectious diseases, irritating chemicals, and cold or inclement weather. The work requires the use of protective devices such as masks, goggles, or gloves.
See More Details >>Since its foundation in 1986, Thompson Construction Group, Inc. has grown from a small, local company into one of the largest privately held companies based in South Carolina. Our diverse services portfolio includes capital projects, power services, maintenance services, disaster recovery, hydro consulting and commercial construction. We believe in investing in our employees to help them reach their professional goals, as well as their personal goals. Thompson promotes a work environment that fosters learning, leadership, and development along with a safety culture that never waivers. Thompson is headquartered in Sumter, South Carolina with offices spanning the United States, primarily southeast and central United States. Position Description Responsible for supervising the maintenance activities at worksite. This position must ensure compliance with regulatory standards, commitment to Thompson standards. In addition, this position will have oversight of ensuring equipment reliability through good maintenance practices in repairs, inspections and preventative maintenance. Job Responsibilities • Responsible for directing electrical crews in their daily activities. • Assist workers when encountering a large problem, and provide instructions on how to remedy it. • Must be able to effectively explain systems to workers and teach them how to perform complex tasks. • Evaluate and manage maintenance performance and initiates improvements affecting reliability, availability and efficiency. • Make technical decisions on repair scopes and operating procedures. • Promote job site safety, encourage safe work practices, perform safety meetings and rectify unsafe job conditions immediately. • Direct all field personnel to achieve completion of the project on schedule, within budget, with quality workmanship that conforms to original plans and specifications. • Coach, develop and motivate staff in new technology, standards and procedures to ensure a safe and effective work force. • Maintain an organized jobsite. • Other duties as assigned. Job Qualifications • Minimum 5-10 years as a superintendent. • Must have both a practical understanding of maintenance work and solid communication, organization, and leadership skills. • Must be proficient using Microsoft Office (Outlook, Word, Excel). • Valid Driver License is required • Solid safety record and OSHA Certifications are preferred though not required. • Candidate may be required to pass a drug test and criminal background check based on job location/requirements. • Ability to manage multiple smaller projects. • Preferred NCCER+/State Electrical License holder Benefits • We strive to provide a competitive compensation and benefits package. This includes but is not limited to medical, dental, vision, life insurance, 401(k), wellness programs and career development. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
See More Details >>Electrical Apprentices assist Electricians in the performance of electrical tasks such as pulling cable, installing devices, repairing electrical equipment, and reading blueprints. This position requires the apprentice to enroll in a 4-year Department of Labor (DOL) Registered Apprenticeship Program. Some travel will be required. Pay is dependent on experience. Essential Duties And Responsibilities • Works under the direct supervision of a Journeyman Electrician and must be able to demonstrate safe work habits and proper care of tools and equipment. Assists with materials handling, installation of materials, devices and equipment • Specific tasks include: • Identify and eliminate hazardous conditions at the job site • Maintain the job site in a safe, neat and orderly condition • Handle and stage materials, equipment and tools • Assist with layout, wire pulls and installation • May be required to operate heavy equipment • Assist with cable tray installations, device installations, and lighting connections • Receive On-the-job learning (OJL) as part of the apprenticeship program • Attend class & make satisfactory progress with apprenticeship program completion • Safely operate hand and power tools • Possess the ability to read and interpret instructions, maps, & manuals • Positive safety attitude and personal integrity • Legally operate company vehicles and equipment Working Conditions • Job requires working in all elements (rain, snow, heat, etc.) • Must keep work tools with them at all times (work belt, bag, etc.) • Use all types of ladders including step ladders up to 14’feet, “A” Frame and all size extension ladders and relocate a 12’ ladder by one’s self • Perform work at various heights, up to 90’ from ladders, scaffolds, aerial lifts, and cat walks and be able to work in restricted areas • Wear protective personal equipment (PPE) About Us MetroPower (www.metropower.com) serves the electrical construction & service needs of residential, industrial, institutional, and commercial communities throughout the United States. We believe that the health and safety of people is valued above all and that accidents and injuries are preventable. MetroPower is an employee-owned company that embraces the principles of Servant Leadership and is on a journey towards creating a Zero Accident safety culture. MetroPower is committed to empowering, educating and growing its employees through engagement, satisfaction, and by following the “Golden Rule”. MetroPower, Inc. (PPC Partners, Inc.) is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Qualifications And Requirements • Minimum age of 18 • Provide I-9 documents to establish work eligibility • Evidence of High School Diploma or GED; high school transcript, if necessary • Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation • DD 214 (if veteran) Physical Requirements • Must be able to successfully pass a drug test, physical and background check • Good Color Acuity (determine wire colors) • Must be able to bend, squat, crawl, climb, kneel, push, pull & reach overhead • Able to work at least 40 hour weeks and overtime and night shift, as needed • Lift at least 50 pounds • Constant moving on your feet • Climb ladders of all types MetroPower is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
See More Details >>Becoming an electrician in Columbus, GA typically begins with an apprenticeship, which combines practical experience with classroom instruction, allowing individuals to earn while they learn. Apprenticeships in the area last about four to five years, requiring many hours of training under licensed professionals. According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, there are approximately 2,314 electricians in Columbus, GA, with an average wage of $338.87 per week. The job outlook is positive, with a projected growth of 6% from 2022 to 2032. Trade schools, local unions, and platforms like Gild help aspiring electricians find apprenticeship opportunities, leading to a career with strong earning potential—often exceeding $67,000 annually for experienced professionals.
