MAINTENANCE SENIOR JOURNEYMAN (Electrician)
Location : Cape May-Lewes Ferry, Cape May, NJ
Hourly Rate : $34.5753 ($71,917 annualized)
Opening Date : July 24, 2024 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 issuesProvides primary expertise on projects and tasks (such as scope and project budgeting)Conducts preventative maintenanceEmergency response (24 / 7) to any Authority locationMay be responsible for directing and inspecting work of assigned personnelDevelops and maintains various electrical preventative maintenance programs and protocolsrelated to Authority assets, equipment and facilities
Ability to provide excellent customer service to internal and external customersAbility to perform other assigned duties as requiredIII. REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES
Expert level knowledge of electrical fieldFull understanding of relevant Authority policies and proceduresKnowledge of all relevant federal, state, local and Authority safety regulations and proceduresKnowledge of state laws pertaining to the operation of motor vehicles on public roadwaysComplies with all requirements of Federal Drug & Alcohol Testing Program at all timesAbility to lead work crew, coach employees and provide on-the-job trainingIn order to be classified at this level, individuals must be recognized as fully competent based onexternal accreditation and certification in addition to his / her license
Ability to work independently on complex electrical system diagnosis and repairKnowledge of procurement proceduresAbility to read and interpret construction drawings, wiring diagrams and specificationsAbility to read work orders and translate them to work plansMust be capable of lifting and carrying up to 50 pounds at least 20 yardsMust be capable of performing around hazardous situations such as moving heavy equipment, inand 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 / oremergency conditions
Effective oral and written communication skills (including listening skills)Strong interpersonal and relational skills with the ability to establish and maintain effectiveprofessional 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 requiredIV. TYPICAL WORK ENVIRONMENTS
Landscaping and grounds keepingRoadways, airports, and bridgesCustodial / general building maintenancePainting / riggingVessel maintenancePiers, docks, and wharfsCrafts (i.e., carpentry, electric, automotive, HVAC)Emergency response (i.e., snow removal)Heavy EquipmentV. REQUIRED EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE
High school diploma / equivalent or equivalent related years of experienceSeven (7) years of relevant experience in electrical field; ten (10) years preferredVocational training preferred including successful completion of a registered apprenticeshipprogram
VI. LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS, AND CERTIFICATES
Valid driver's licenseMust obtain a Class B CDL with tanker endorsement within six (6) monthsMust possess a journeyperson or master equivalent license in good standing issued by a state, USterritory or District of Columbia licensure authority
VII. ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS
Candidates are subject to a pre-employment physical, drug test and background investigationThe Delaware River and Bay Authority requires all employees to have direct deposit with afinancial institution or enroll in the payroll card program to receive their bi-weekly pay
Employees holding a valid CDL must be able to obtain and keep current a Medical Examiner'sCertificate and will be subject to random drug and alcohol testing in accordance with Federal and
State regulations
Must be willing and available for duty at such hours, day or night, as may be required in order tomaintain continuous operation of this facility
If you are interested in applying for this position please complete the on-line application at
www.drba.net. In addition to the online application, please attach a current resume.
The Delaware River and Bay Authority is and Equal Opportunity Employer
Salary : $34,575 - $71,917
