Electrician at Complete Building Services – Arlington, Virginia

Complete Building Services
Electrician

US-VA-Arlington

Job ID: 2026-4350
Type: Regular Full-Time
Complete Building Services

Overview

Complete Building Services (CBS) is committed to the efficient operation and maintenance of commercial and government facilities. As the largest division of The Donohoe Companies, Inc.—Washington, DC’s oldest and most respected real estate organization—CBS takes great pride in its long-standing reputation for excellence. Our success is driven by our dedicated employees, whose talent and passion have helped CBS earn multiple recognitions from the Washington Business Journal as one of the region’s “Best Places to Work.”

Perks & Benefits
CBS provides a comprehensive benefits package that includes competitive pay, medical, dental, and vision coverage, life and disability insurance, a flexible spending account (FSA), paid vacation, commuter benefits, and a 401(k) plan with company match. We also offer exceptional perks such as tuition reimbursement for continued education and certifications, employee discount programs (including hotels and vendor products), and an Employee Assistance Program with free access to financial consultants, therapists, and legal advisor's. At CBS, we celebrate diversity and strive to create an environment where every team member can bring their authentic self to work. Join CBS and discover how rewarding your career can be.

Responsibilities

We are seeking an experienced and highly qualified Journeyman Electrician with NETA Level 3 certification to perform electrical testing, maintenance, and troubleshooting of high, medium, and low voltage electrical systems. The ideal candidate will have extensive hands-on experience with transformers, feeders, protective devices, motors, and control systems in commercial or industrial environments.

*Contingent on contract award*

Responsibilities:

• Perform inspection, testing, maintenance, and repair of high, medium, and low voltage electrical systems.

• Work with transformers, feeders, switches, and protective devices.

• Install, maintain, and troubleshoot motors, controls, and motor control centers (MCCs).

• Service and support variable frequency drives (VFDs) and associated control systems.

• Maintain and troubleshoot electrical panels and distribution equipment.

• Ensure all work complies with safety standards, electrical codes, and company procedures.

• Document testing results and maintenance activities as required.

• Support preventative maintenance programs and respond to electrical service calls.

Qualifications
Qualifications / Experience:

• Current NETA (International Electrical Testing Association) Level 3 Certification required.

• Valid Journeyman Electrician License

• Minimum of 10 years of experience working with:

  • High, Medium, and Low Voltage systems, including:

    • Transformers

    • Feeders

    • Protective devices

    • Switches

  • Medium and Low Voltage systems, including:

    • Motors

    • Controls

    • Motor Control Centers (MCCs)

    • Variable Frequency Drives (VFDs) and associated controls

    • Electrical panels

• Must possess a Journeyman Electrician License in Virginia or the District of Columbia.

Preferred Skills:

• Strong troubleshooting and diagnostic skills.

• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

• Excellent attention to detail and commitment to safety.

• Good communication and documentation skills.

EOE, including disability/veterans