Electrician

This position is responsible for the installation, maintenance and repair of electrical systems in the Zoo.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Perform electrical support, maintenance, and repair of exhibits, equipment and facilities
• Conduct preventative maintenance on electrical and electronic equipment
• Install temporary power systems for events
• Study blueprints and schematics and determine methods, materials, and equipment needed to complete assignments
• Purchase and order electrical supplies and parts from vendors
• Install lighting fixtures, power outlets, control devices, heaters, and thermostats
• Run conduit and pull wire for new or existing electrical installations
• Replace fuses and change lamps in florescent, mercury vapor, and incandescent lighting fixtures
• Assist electricians with troubleshooting, repairs and construction projects as needed
• Coordinate with outside contractors on electrical portions of design, development and construction
• Test installations to check and ensure continuity of the circuit, and the compatibility and safety of all components using appropriate test equipment
• Inspect and evaluate electrical equipment to ensure that it operates efficiently and safely; determines whether equipment and new installations meet requirements of the National Electrical Code (NEC)
• Clean and maintain tools and perform routine maintenance on special equipment
• Maintain clean and safe work environment
• Utilize CMMS work order system for work scheduling, preventative maintenance programs and record keeping
• Assist where needed in inter-departmental projects and functions
• Perform other related duties and responsibilities (as appropriate to skill level and experience) as assigned 
• Have regular and punctual attendance 
• Work modified schedule as needed and determined by management

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.
• Knowledge of the fundamentals of electricity, occupational hazards and appropriate precautions, techniques, tools and materials of the electrical trade, and the City of Fort Worth Electrical Codes
• Skilled in wiring of electrical circuits according to City code; read and use various electrical testing equipment
• Ability to examine and diagnose faulty electrical system without immediate supervision; read and interpret wiring diagrams; follow written and oral instructions
• Establish and maintain effective working relationships with other employees
• Ability to work inside/outside working conditions; exposed to extremes of heat, cold and wetness; hazards of electrical shock; extreme heights; working from an elevated position
• Valid driver license with acceptable motor vehicle record to maintain zoo standards of insurability

Education and/or Experience:

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred
• 2 years’ experience as a Journeyman Electrician in the construction or maintenance field

Certificates, Licenses, Registrations:

• Journeyman Electrical License

Physical Demands:

• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to stand; walk; sit; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl; and talk or hear.
• The employee must regularly lift and/or move up to 75 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move more than 100 pounds.

Work Environment:

• The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job.
• Team oriented environment
• Ability to work irregular hours (holidays and weekends)
• Ability to work special events and functions as required
• Ability to work outdoors in heat, cold and inclement weather

Disclaimer

• The above job description is meant to describe the general nature and level of work being performed; it is not intended to be construed as a complete inventory of all responsibilities, duties and skills required for the position.
• This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by the employee occupying this position.
• Employees will be required to follow any other job-related instructions and to perform other job-related duties requested by their supervisor.
• Requirements are representative of minimum levels of knowledge, skills and/or abilities.
• To perform this job successfully, the employee must possess the abilities or aptitudes to perform each duty proficiently.
• Continued employment remains on an at-will basis.

Benefits 

• This is a full-time position and offers the following benefits: 
• Medical and Prescription Drug (Employee Coverage 90% Employer Paid, Dependent Coverage 55% Employer Paid)
• Vision
• Dental
• Basic Life AD&D (100% Employer Paid)
• Short Term Disability (100% Employer Paid)
• Long Term Disability (100% Employer Paid)
• Supplemental Life
• Flexible Spending Account
• 401k
• Paid Time Off (Accrual Equivalent to 5 Weeks Per Year)
• PTO Rollover
• PTO Sell Back
• Free Zoo Membership
• Free Guest Passes
• Discounts on Food, Merchandise, Attractions, Admission and Programs