Becoming an electrician in Vienna, WV, 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 a significant number in West Virginia, and projects a 6% job growth from 2022 to 2032. Apprentices in Vienna earn an average of $600 per week, with an annual overtime average of $4,800. Trade schools, unions, and local platforms help aspiring electricians find apprenticeship opportunities, leading to a career with strong earning potential—often exceeding $108,000 annually for experienced professionals.
Overview SAVA is looking for a Critical Facility Technician to work in Vienna, VA. To join our team of outstanding professionals, apply today Responsibilities • Performs daily/weekly/monthly walk-throughs of the facilities in support of data center and office operations. • Walk-throughs (rounds) are completed every four hours through the entire facility. • Possesses a high level of technical knowledge & experience in performing maintenance, repairs and emergency service in Class A building and mission critical data center on state-of-the-art mission critical support systems. • Duties include performing daily inspections, preparing logs, supervising vendor/contractor activities and assisting in performing technical training for the operations team. • Operate & maintain equipment (electrical switchgear, diesel generators, HVAC/CRAC systems, UPS systems, PDUs, RPPs, BMS systems, and fire detection and suppression systems). • Audit maintenance records to schedule and dispatch service operations staff and subcontractors. • Ability to prepare MOPs and adhere to the strict guidelines of approved MOPs for preventive, corrective, and emergency maintenance. • Provide technical support to customers with system emergencies. • Interface with Facility Management to ensure services are performed to satisfaction. • Updates service tickets and other maintenance related documents. • Assists with scheduling and managing vendors and subcontractors. • Assists in making preventive maintenance and emergency repairs. • Must be available to work emergency service & shift work. • Start out on 2nd part of the week on every other Wednesday, which means one week 48 hours and the other week 36 hours. (4 on, 3 off and 3 on, 4 off). Qualifications • Must have Top Secret Security Clearance. • Advanced level of understanding & operational competency for mission critical electrical systems. Current/valid state issued Master Electrician license. • Factory Trained Certifications. • Working knowledge of AC/DC electrical theory and solid-state electronics. • Understanding of HVAC BMS, Chiller controls and Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition (SCADA). Extensive hands-on experience in repair of MCC, Switchgear, ATS, Static Switches HVAC Controls, Mechanical systems and VFDs. • A high level of understanding & experience in troubleshooting and repair of electrical switchgear, diesel generators, Simplex fire detection and suppression systems. • Ability to perform routine and emergency service on state-of-the-art mission critical systems to include electrical switchgear, diesel generators, HVAC systems, and fire detection and suppression system. Experience with basic level operation, repair and maintenance of HVAC systems. • 3 to 5 years of documented journeyman level experience (hands on). • 18 to 36 months apprenticeship or similar trade school. • Strong professional and technical writing skills. • Good computer skills to include intermediate proficiency with MS Office. • Ability to read and understand technical drawings and schematics. • Ability to install, maintain, troubleshoot, and operate various mechanical & electrical systems. We are an equal opportunity employer and comply with all applicable federal, state, and local fair employment practices laws. All applicants will receive consideration for employment, without regard to race, color, religion, creed, national origin, gender or gender-identity, age, marital status, sexual orientation, veteran status, disability, pregnancy or parental status, or any other basis prohibited by law. If you are an individual with a disability, or have known limitations related to pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions, and would like to request a reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment process, please contact us at [email protected] or 571-353-7053 (information about job applications status is not available at this contact information). Job: Maintenance & Repair Travel: None Organization: SAVA Clearance: TS Work Type: On-Site Remote: No ReqID: 2024-3670
See More Details >>Overview M.C. Dean is Building Intelligence. We design, build, operate, and maintain cyber-physical solutions for the nation's most recognizable mission critical facilities, secure environments, complex infrastructure, and global enterprises. The company's capabilities include electrical, electronic security, telecommunications, life safety, automation and controls, audio visual, and IT systems. M.C. Dean is headquartered in Tysons, Virginia, and employs more than 5,800 professionals who engineer and deploy automated, secure, and resilient power and technology systems; and deliver the management platforms essential for long-term system sustainability. Why join M.C. Dean? Our people are inspired by the way engineering and innovation enhance customer outcomes, improve lives, and change the world for the better. We are driven by our core values of agility, expertise, and trust. We are looking for an accomplished self-motivated, and self-starter to join our great team as a Construction Electrician Recruiter who is responsible for the recruiting function for the Company and will report to the Director of Talent Acquisition. You will be responsible for sourcing, screening, and recruiting qualified electricians for various construction projects. You will work closely with project managers and hiring teams to understand their staffing needs and ensure a streamlined recruitment process. M.C. Dean is an Engineering and Technology company with significant demands for staff positions quickly and competently assisting clients with mission critical requirements. Location: Tysons, VA (onsite) Job Type: Full Time Travel: 35-40% to job sites Responsibilities • Sourcing Candidates: Utilize a variety of channels, including job boards, social media, industry networks, and referrals, to identify and attract skilled electricians. • Conducting hiring events and job fairs at hotels, association partners, and at our headquarters. • Screening and Interviewing: Conduct thorough screenings and interviews to evaluate candidates' technical skills, experience, and cultural fit within the organization. • Building Relationships: Establish and maintain relationships with local training programs, trade schools, and industry associations to create a pipeline of potential candidates. • Job Posting and Marketing: Create and post compelling job descriptions that accurately reflect the requirements and responsibilities of electrician roles. Market open positions through various platforms to attract diverse candidates. • Collaboration: Work closely with hiring managers and project leads to understand workforce needs and develop targeted recruitment strategies. • Candidate Management: Maintain an organized database of candidates, including tracking progress throughout the hiring process and providing regular updates to stakeholders. • Salary Negotiation: Assist hiring managers with salary negotiations and offer letters to ensure competitive offers that attract top talent. • Follow-Up: Ensure a positive candidate experience by providing timely follow-up and communication to all applicants throughout the recruitment process. Qualifications Qualifications: • Experience: 5+ years of proven experience as a recruiter, preferably in the construction or electrical sectors. • Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field is preferred but not required. Experience in lieu of degree will be considered. • Strong understanding of electrical trade requirements and qualifications. • Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to build rapport with candidates and hiring managers. • Proficient in using recruitment software and applicant tracking systems (ATS). • Ability to multitask and manage multiple recruitment processes simultaneously. • Strong networking skills and familiarity with industry-specific job boards and platforms. Desired: • Integrity: The traits of being honest, ethical, and trustworthy. • Grit: The ability to not give up and eventually find a solution. • Compliance: The ability to follow process and follow direction from superiors. • Empathy: The ability to understand the point of view and feelings of candidates, hiring managers, and other stakeholders. • Social Skills: A baseline of social skills needed to productively interact with candidates, hiring managers, and other stakeholders. • Relationship Management: The ability to develop meaningful and productive relationships with candidates, hiring managers, and other stakeholders. • Growth Mindset: The understanding that one can continually grow, and one strives to do so. • Organization: A baseline of organizational skills. • Military Veteran/Spouse: We are building out our Talent Acquisition focus on military recruiting. Benefits: • We offer an excellent benefits package including a competitive salary. • Medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance. • Paid time off. • Tuition reimbursement. • 401k Retirement Plan. • Military Reserve pay offset. • Paid maternity leave. Abilities: • Exposure to computer screens for an extended period of time. • Sitting for extended periods of time. • Reach by extending hands or arms in any direction. • Have finger dexterity in order to manipulate objects with fingers rather than whole hands or arms, for example, using a keyboard. • Listen to and understand information and ideas presented through spoken words and sentences. • Communicate information and ideas in speaking so others will understand. • Read and understand information and ideas presented in writing. • Apply general rules to specific problems to produce answers that make sense. • Identify and understand the speech of another person. 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See More Details >>Technical Expertise We are seeking an experienced Fire Alarm Project Leader 1 with strong technical expertise to lead our team in designing and implementing fire alarm systems. The ideal candidate will have a strong understanding of IBC, NEC, and NFPA code knowledge and be able to apply this knowledge to ensure compliance with building and safety codes. Key Responsibilities • Manage multiple contracts valued between $500K-$3M, overseeing engineering and field staff of 5-10 personnel. • Develop cost estimates and proposals, scheduling and leading design and installation kick-off meetings. • Plan project(s) in logical steps to ensure timely completion and budget adherence. • Negotiate revisions, changes, and additions to contractual agreements with customers, consultants, suppliers, and subcontractors. • Coordinate with field personnel and/or engineering team to discuss potential installation issues. • Maintain project budgets to ensure positive cash flow and profitability. • Inspect and review projects to monitor compliance with building and safety codes, and other regulations. • Suggest process improvements/cost saving measures. • Plan and obtain permits, badges, and access requests in advance. • Track work to ensure compliance with project schedule and budget. • Maintain organized and detailed project records, provide customers with weekly project status and schedule updates. • Routine interface with customer teams to develop client relations, address project status, and respond to customer concerns. Requirements • 7+ years of experience in applications engineering, with at least 5 years in project leadership responsible for budget, schedule, and delivery. • B.S. Degree in Engineering or Construction Management and relevant field experience. • IBCP, NEC, and NFPA code knowledge or desire and demonstrated ability to ramp up in this area of knowledge. • Excellent communication skills and tact to directly work with customers, senior management, supervisory personnel, trade partners, and design professionals. • Able to proactively identify and resolve business, technical, and construction issues. • Proven experience in effectively managing multiple projects ranging in $500K-$3M in contract value and up to $5M in annual volume.
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