Maintenance Senior Journeyman (Electrician)

Maintenance Senior Journeyman (Electrician)

at Delaware River and Bay Authority in New Castle, Delaware, United States

Job Description

MAINTENANCE SENIOR JOURNEYMAN (Electrician)

Location: Wilmington Airport, New Castle, DE

Hourly Rate: $35.612 ($74,074 annualized)

Opening Date: April 10, 2025.........Closing Date: Until Filled

I. POSITION SUMMARY

This position is an expert craftsman in the electrical field. Most job responsibilities require previous

experience on equipment and similar work procedures. Employees in this classification work from general

instructions and will have some responsibility for ordering tasks and determining what procedures to apply.

Employees may encounter some new situations requiring new solutions. The employee is responsible for

following established safety practices while performing assigned duties to protect self, co- workers and the

public from personal injury and to prevent damage to Authority property. This position is a bargaining

unit position that is represented by International Union of Operating Engineers, Local 542

II. ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Provides expert level maintenance support in electrical field (e.g., HVAC, electrical, information

technology, electronics, marine vessels, carpentry, automotive)

Troubleshoots the most complex problems and issues

Provides primary expertise on projects and tasks (such as scope and project budgeting)

Conducts preventative maintenance

Emergency response (24/7) to any Authority location

May be responsible for directing and inspecting work of assigned personnel

Develops and maintains various electrical preventative maintenance programs and protocols

related to Authority assets, equipment and facilities

Ability to provide excellent customer service to internal and external customers

Ability to perform other assigned duties as required

III. REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES

Expert level knowledge of electrical field

Full understanding of relevant Authority policies and procedures

Knowledge of all relevant federal, state, local and Authority safety regulations and procedures

Knowledge of state laws pertaining to the operation of motor vehicleson public roadways

Complies with all requirements of Federal Drug & Alcohol Testing Program at all times

Ability to lead work crew, coach employees and provide on-the-job training

In order to be classified at this level, individuals must be recognized as fully competent basedon

external accreditation and certification in addition to his/her license

Ability to work independently on complex electrical system diagnosis and repair

Knowledge of procurement procedures

Ability to read and interpret construction drawings, wiring diagrams and specifications

Ability to read work orders and translate them to work plans

Must be capable of lifting and carrying up to 50 pounds at least 20 yards

Must be capable of performing around hazardous situations such as moving heavy equipment,in

and around equipment, at heights, on steep grades, and on ladders and uneven surfaces

Must be capable of wearing appropriate personal protection equipment such as hard hats,

protective shoes and clothing, aprons, gloves, eye wear, hearing protection and respirators

Must be capable of performing repetitive motions such as grasping, reaching, bending, lifting,

twisting, pushing, pulling and climbing

Ability to work in a variety of adverse weather conditions including extreme heat or cold and/or

emergency conditions

Effective oral and written communication skills (including listening skills)

Strong interpersonal and relational skills with the ability to establish and maintain effective

professional relationships with Authority personnel and external to customers, vendors, etc.;

provides the highest level of customer service and professionalism to all internal and external

customers

Ability to perform other assigned duties as required.

IV. TYPICAL WORK ENVIRONMENTS

Landscaping and grounds keeping

Roadways, airports, and bridges

Custodial/general building maintenance

Painting/rigging

Vessel maintenance

Piers, docks, and wharfs

Crafts (i.e., carpentry, electric, automotive, HVAC)

Emergency response (i.e., snow removal)

Heavy Equipment