Wisconsin Center District Job Description – Journeyman Electrician

Position Overview: Reporting to the Chief Electrician, the Journeyman Electrician is responsible for installs and repairs of electrical systems, apparatus, and electrical components of industrial machinery and equipment. The Journeyman Electrician will perform electrical troubleshooting and maintenance through well-versed knowledge of the National Electrical Code (NEC) within the Wisconsin Center District campus (Baird Center, Miller High Life Theatre, and UWM Panther Arena).

Responsibilities:

• Installs temporary electrical services for events; runs overhead cables, wires and splices cables, makes temporary hook-ups of motors and other portable equipment, as requested
• Interprets blueprints, sketches, and specifications for making temporary power installations, permanent electrical installations, and repairs
• Installs conduit, transformers, signaling systems, pull boxes, and switches
• Services and repairs starters, motors, and various other types of electrical equipment and apparatus
• Tests, locates, and repairs issues with electrical circuits and equipment
• Installs, modifies, maintains, and repairs interior wiring
• Installs, replaces, and maintains assorted industrial lighting fixtures and connections
• Uses voltmeters, ammeters, ohmmeters, and hand tools ordinarily used in the trade
• Manages and maintains electrical equipment, as well as any rental equipment utilized
• Pulls work orders to ensure timely, accurate completion of scheduled preventative maintenance, work orders, and tasks
• Prepares rough working drawings; estimates materials and parts needed and obtains materials within specified budget

• Assists in required daily, weekly, monthly, semi-annual, and annual required building inspections, and institute required corrections and/or Preventative Maintenance systems and schedules as needed.
• Manages work request and preventative maintenance requirements through an on-line work order system including, responding to all service calls and verifying completion.
• Attends work on time as scheduled and adhere to the attendance policy.
• Promotes a safe working environment for all employees by following the life safety and emergency program as needed.
• Coordinates the operations activities with other building departments and show-related contractors.

• Investigates and makes suggestions to the Vice President of Facilities and/or Chief Electrician concerning energy conservation
• Performs calibration of equipment and preventative maintenance, as needed
• Ensures compliance with City, State, and other safety codes

• Demonstrated commitment to valuing diversity and contributing to an inclusive working environment

• Other responsibilities and duties as assigned by management, to ensure the effective utilization of the company’s resources and to ensure customer satisfaction

Skills & Qualifications:

• Knowledge of the National Electrical Code (NEC)
• Ability to safely operate mechanized equipment and high reach lifts
• Ability to perform basic computer skills and comprehend building plans/specifications; ability to distinguish between colors
• Strong project management and organizational skills in which attention to detail and the ability to prioritize and manage multiple tasks/projects on time is essential
• Ability to work independently and efficiently; exercise initiative, resourcefulness and good judgement
• Exceptional interpersonal skills; ability to work collaboratively with cross-functional teams
• Flexible and comfortable working under pressure in a fast-paced environment
• Ability to work flexible and irregular hours that may vary due to functions and may include day, evening, weekends, and holidays as event calendar or deadlines dictate
• Ability to read, write, understand and speak English; perform basic mathematical functions (add, subtract, multiply and divide)
• Follow oral and written instructions and communicate effectively with others in oral and written form
• Exemplify the organization’s core values: Bold. Proud. Experience Obsessed

Education & Experience:

• Required
  1. High School diploma, GED, or equivalent work experience required
  2. State of Wisconsin Journeyman License
  3. Must have inside wireman experience and be a journeyman electrician

• Three (3) to five (5) years of experience and/or training with electrical
• Valid Driver’s License; driving record within MVR policy guidelines

• Preferred
  1. Proficient in the use of the Microsoft Office Suite of Products: Excel, PowerPoint, Word, Access, Outlook

Physical Demands:

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.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee frequently works near moving mechanical parts; in high precarious places and outside weather conditions. Employee may be occasionally exposed to fumes or airborne particles. The employee is regularly required to use hands to finger, handle or feel objects, tools or controls, reach with hands and arms; climb or balance; stoop, kneel, and crouch or crawl. The employee is frequently required to stand, sit, walk, reach with hands and arms, climb or balance, stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl, and drive a vehicle. The employee must be able to lift and/or move up to 50 pounds.

Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, and peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus, and. The noise level in the work environment is moderate to loud. Specific hearing abilities required by this job include the ability to hear to be able to listen to a radio to respond to and deliver calls and instructions.

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by individuals assigned to this position. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of responsibilities, duties and skills required of personnel so assigned.

Working Conditions:

• Minimal Travel (<10% travel): May be required to travel. Trips to supply stores for repairs/maintenance.
• Must be able to work a flexible schedule inclusive of weekends, nights and holidays required
• Frequent bending, lifting 15-20 pounds, sitting, exposure to multiple external elements, extensive walking through the building including inclines and stairs

Positioned Based in: Milwaukee, WI

Travel Required: N/A

Position Type: Non-Exempt

Reports to: Chief Electrician
Department: Facilities – Electrical Department

***Revised on 4/10/2024

**The above is intended to describe the general content of and requirements for the performance of the job. It is not to be construed as an exhaustive statement of duties, responsibilities or requirements.
**We consider applicants for all positions without regard to race, color, religion, creed, gender, national origin, age, disability, martial or veteran status, sexual orientation, or any other legally protected status.
**Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions