Maintenance Electrician - NVE, Inc.

Want to join a mid-sized company that puts people first in support of important customer requirements? NVE is seeking talented individuals to join our team in our mission to partner with the United States government to maximize the value of its facilities. Our employees are critical to our overall success, and our diversity makes us stronger and more creative for the agencies we serve.  NVE has been in business for over 20 years and we have a history of outstanding contract performance. With over 370 employees worldwide, growth and innovation in the federal space remains one of our top priorities. 

Our lines of business include Integrated Facility Services, Global Security, and Program Support. NVE has developed an excellent reputation with our Federal and Commercial clientele for our technical expertise and commitment to customer satisfaction.

NVE Inc. is seeking a maintenance electrician in support of an operations and maintenance (O&M) covering two GSA facilities in the Kansas City Missouri area. The maintenance electrician is responsible for performing preventative maintenance, repairs and efficient operation of all electrical systems and other maintenance tasks that may be assigned. Must be able to pass background check.

The electrician must have a Journeyman license and shall have at least four (4) years of experience at the journeyman level obtained within the past seven (7) years in the field of inspection, testing, troubleshooting, repairing, operating and performing preventive maintenance on complex electrical power distribution systems and be familiar with the operation of complex UPS/SUPS and associated generators and paralleling switchgear.

Job Description

Performs complex preventive and corrective maintenance, repairs of electrical equipment, located in the interior and exterior of buildings. Working under general direction, monitors building system operations and performance. Has critical, specialized knowledge of data center operations. Candidate must have the following:

• Thorough understanding of ARC Flash, NFPA 70E & Proper PPE.
• Experience with low voltage switchgear, backup generators, UPS & batteries, static transfer switches, automatic transfer switches, and racking out electronic breakers.
• Skilled in electrical troubleshooting and repairs including electrical controls schemes.
• Experience in creating SOP's, Mop's, and EOP's.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Complies with all applicable codes, regulations, governmental agency and Company directives related to building operations and work safety.
• Operates, inspects, and maintains electrical systems; mechanical and electrical equipment in assigned facility to achieve most efficient results. Assures that equipment is being maintained in a safe manner. Minimizes downtime through proactive performance testing and scheduled maintenance.
• Applies electrical code to troubleshoot and resolve electrical wiring / circuitry problems
  Maintains the professional appearances of the property, equipment, engineering spaces, and common areas.
• Maintains the building lighting system, including element and ballast repairs or replacements.
• Performs work in compliance with standard operating procedures and/or critical work packages, and maintenance work instructions.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.

• High School or Equivalent (at a minimum)
• Journeyman Electrician License (must be maintained for continued employment)
• Prior experience with Data Centers, DDC and EMS preferred
• OSHA 30 desired
• An existing HSPD-12 Determination for Work Highly Desirable

In addition, candidate should have the following communication/service centered skills:

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong organizational and analytical skills.
• Ability to provide efficient, timely, reliable and courteous service to customers.
• Ability to effectively present information

Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities

The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor’s legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c)