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 >>Electrician (Travel) job at Knight Electric, Inc. Columbus, GA. Job Description Job Description About Knight Electric: Knight Electric is an electrical contractor focusing on commercial construction and remodels. Our culture and continued investment in our employees set us apart from the others. We do most of our projects in the Southeast US. • Offices in Justin, TX and Alpharetta, GA About this role: We are currently looking for Electricians to work and lead commercial electrical construction projects. Experience in commercial remodels / rollouts is a plus. You can live in any city in the Southeast US and travel to job site. Travel is paid along with per diem and mileage (drive time too). Compensation: • $22.00 - $35.00 per hour pending experience and active license. • Travel expenses paid. Travel: • 75% on average. Most projects are in Carolina's, Georgia, Tennessee and Florida. • Hotel is paid, travel is covered as well as per diem. Requirements : • Must have a valid driver's license. • Ability to lift, push, pull, and move moderately heavy objects. • Ability to work in various angles or surfaces, such as climbing ladders. • Possession of reliable transportation and basic hand tools • Availability to work nights and weekends. Preferred Requirements: • State Electrical Apprentice license • Experienced in reading and interpreting electrical blueprints and drawings. • Experience with running conduit, wire and terminate devices. • Perform quality control testing and troubleshooting. • Working knowledge of installing electrical systems in a remodel/open store setting. What We Offer: • Medical/Dental/Vision/401K • Overtime potential • Shift differential. • Hotel and per diem paid while traveling. • Paid Time Off • Weekly Pay See all our openings at Knight Electric here. Knight Electric is a family owned, nationwide company offering a wide range of commercial lighting and electrical services. Knight Electric is committed to delivering superior workmanship and client satisfaction. With licensing in over 46 States, we’re able to offer efficiency and consistency wherever your next project may be. Our multi-state team has the expertise for your next large job. Powered by JazzHR uytYzD2DMw
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.
