Electrician in Aiken, South Carolina at Waseyabek Development Company

Mission

Waséyabek Federal Services, LLC (WFS) is a 100% Tribally owned, Native American SBA 8(a) small business of the Nottawaseppi Huron Band of the Potawatomi (NHBP). WFS is part of a portfolio of companies managed by Waséyabek Development Company, LLC, a 100% Tribally owned economic development firm focused on income diversification on behalf of NHBP that reaches beyond gaming is a well-funded, experienced small business, with substantial liquid assets and experience in federal contracting.

Position Summary

The Electrician, under general direction and/or using detailed procedures and/or work instructions, safely performs standard and routine, as well as some non-routine tasks or tests within, but not necessarily limited to, the area of electrical trade functions such as the installation, maintenance, or repair of equipment for the generation, distribution, or utilization of electric energy. The Electrician primarily works independently on preventive maintenance, corrective maintenance, troubleshooting, and calibration activities. 

Responsibilities:

• Installing or repairing any of a variety of electrical equipment such as generators, transformers, switchboards, controllers, circuit breakers, motors, heating units, hazardous gas monitors, conduit systems, or other transmission equipment. 
• Replacing electronic components, wiring circuits, and repairing simple electronic equipment.
• Installing, repairing, or splicing communication, electrical, or data cabling.
• Installing, repairing, or calibrating indicating, recording, telemetering, and controlling instruments to measure and control variables using hand tools and precision instruments such as potentiometer, resistance bridge, etc.
• Working from blueprints, drawings, layouts, or other specifications, locating, and diagnosing trouble in the standardized electrical system or equipment, working standard computations relating to load requirements of basic wiring or electrical equipment. 
• Utilize a variety of electrician’s hand tools and measuring and testing instruments. 
• Assist in developing and provide independent review and implementation of Lock-out Tag-out (LOTO) plans to ensure electrical work is performed safely.
• Work safely with systems operating at levels exceeding 480 volts.
• Troubleshoot and correct equipment malfunctions, perform planned preventive maintenance or assist with overhaul maintenance using diagnostic equipment.
• Select and order materials.
• Electrician may assist others with minor tasks as needed, including, but not limited to:
• Performing administrative and other support duties.
• Maintaining facilities in clean, safe, and orderly condition.
• Organizing interior and exterior of shop and other maintenance facilities.
• Identify and train a back-up(s) to manage key tasks when absent.
• Additional functions not specifically outlined in this position description as directed by the leader.

Minimum Qualifications, Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• High School degree (or technical certificate or equivalent) 
• 4 years' general experience 
• Possesses and applies fundamental knowledge of electrical and electronics concepts, policies, and procedures. 
• Must have the ability to read and interpret circuit schematics, manufacturers’ manuals (or similar documents), and work with written or verbal instructions and sketches 
• Experience using modern electronic instrumentation and diagnostic equipment is required
• At least two years of practical experience working with analog and digital electronics, circuit board wiring and testing is strongly desired. 
• Ability to install, solder, and inspect small components and fine wires (sensors, connectors, voltage taps, etc.) is strongly desired 
• Steward the organizational culture with a focus on teamwork and commitment to service amidst a diverse colleague and customer base.
• Ability to quickly adapt focus, adjust schedule and problem solve to meet evolving work demands and needs of supervisor and other stakeholders.
• Highly resourceful team-player, with the ability to also work independently and balance multiple competing priorities and tasks.
• Ability to pass a pre-employment drug screen.
• Ability to pass an extensive background investigation, including but not limited to personal and professional financial history, nationwide criminal record search, credit check and other relevant background information deemed necessary by WDC.
• Driving records

Preferred Qualifications, Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Prior knowledge or experience working with a Native American Tribe.

Core Competencies:

Managerial Proficiency – Focuses on the development and productivity of employees by setting clear expectations and objectives, providing ongoing coaching and feedback, constructively addressing, or seeking assistance to properly address employee concerns.

Vision – Supports and builds a shared vision with stakeholders across the organization. Engages others in translating vision into action. Supports and clearly communicates organizational direction and priorities.

Executive Communication – Communication with other managers and Company's Executive team in an accurate, clear, thorough, concise, well-organized, and timely manner. Strives to avoid surprising stakeholders with emerging information of situation reports. Strives for transparency in all communications.

Accountability and Management – Demonstrates accountability and responsibility for own work and the work of employees. Translates objectives into meaningful performance measures and aligns performance plan with organizational goals. Achieves meaningful results by putting in the necessary time and effort and following through to ensure quality outcomes through own work and the actions and contributions of subordinates and the organization as a whole.

Leading Change – Leads the organization, anticipates, and is postured to progress with changing business trends, viewpoints, political climate, and requirements without any performance declinations.

Developing Talent – Leads employees in reaching their maximum potential by encouraging professional development, providing all necessary tools to succeed, and fostering employee growth and advancement.

Financial Management – Effectively manages budgets and costs by maintaining effective budgetary controls, constructing contingency plans to stay within budgetary constraints, reducing expenses, and/or developing revenue generating opportunities.

Physical Requirements:

This job operates in a professional office environment. The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Flexibility related to work hours as project demands arise.

Occasionally required to move 5 – 25 pounds.

Must be able to remain in a stationary computer position for extended periods of time.

Must be able to use hands and fingers to type.

Must be able to reach with hands and arms for using a computer.

Travel Requirements:

Some travel may be required, up to ___ of the time. The travel may be local or national and may be by car, rail, or air.

Disclaimer:

This job description indicates in general the nature and levels of work, knowledge, skills, abilities, and other essential functions (as covered under the Americans with Disabilities Act) expected of an incumbent. It is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities required of an incumbent. An incumbent may be asked to perform other duties as required.