Electrician Foreman

Amentum • Full-time • Remote (United States) • 4d ago

Summary:

Seasonal Contract position supporting the National Science Foundation managed United States Antarctic Program as part of the Antarctic Support Contract (ASC). Electrician Foreman will supervise and perform electrical maintenance or construction work, or any combination thereof, under the supervision of the Facilities Maintenance Supervisor or Assistant Facilities Maintenance Supervisor. Tasking is based on employee’s prior work experience and ASC schedule requirements.

Position Responsibilities (not all inclusive):

Supervise the activities of Facilities Electric Shop, Electricians, and Electrician Apprentices

Supervise and perform hands-on installation of branch circuits, power distribution wiring, electrical equipment, fixtures, lighting systems and conduit in compliance with the National Electric Code (NEC)

Supervise and perform hands-on diagnosis, repair, and scheduled Preventative Maintenance on existing systems, equipment, fixtures, and infrastructure

Supervise and install fixtures, wiring conduits, motors and other electrical equipment

Supervise and inspect transformers and circuit breakers and other electrical components

Interpret, explain to subordinates and accomplish tasking working from verbal information, schematics, blueprints, wiring diagrams, documents, vendor/manufacturer manuals, and applicable electrical specifications and codes

Work standard computations relating to load requirements of wiring or electrical equipment

Use a variety of electrician’s hand tools and measuring and testing instruments and instruct subordinates as necessary

Timely respond to emergency service calls during and outside normal working hours

Maintain effective communication between departments and represent department as needed at operational meetings

Assist with ensuring accurate material and labor charge code use, and accurate timecard submittal

Interact with the National Science Foundation, military and other agency officials, over the telephone, via email and in person in a professional manner

Maintain accurate and thorough documentation of hours worked, tasking performed, materials used, and processes involved

Advise supervisor of job progress, material/labor requirements, and personnel matters

Follow established Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), suggest revisions as needed, and create SOPs as directed

Perform tasking outdoors in environmentally challenging conditions including wind and extreme cold weather

Routinely utilize independent judgment and discretion to identify potential issues and solve problems

Work directly with other departments to plan and complete tasking and assist other trades or departments with their tasking as appropriate

Evaluate labor and material needs for tasking and assign duties to subordinate staff as appropriate

Routinely inspect worksites and evaluate staff tasking

Ensure staff attendance at required trainings and maintain records of departmental trainings

Evaluate and identify job hazards and effectively communicate information to staff verbally and in writing through various venues, including weekly and daily crew meetings

Prepare and document work plans, job hazard analysis, job safety analysis, code required forms, checklists, and internal procedural documents as required

Appropriately use personnel protective equipment to include: Arc Flash, electrical rated boots, gloves and non-conductive equipment

Perform ongoing risk and hazard assessment and proactively identify any unsafe conditions, hazards or Code violations and communicate them effectively

Comply with all ASC Environmental, Safety and Health (ESH), Waste Management and Quality Assurance requirements and participate in Work Center Safety Program and ASC safety objectives

Follow ASC Electrical Safety Program and promote electrical safety throughout the United States Antarctic Program

Learn and use computer-based labor, inventory, and maintenance tracking applications

Communicate professionally and informatively with subordinates

Maintain division metrics following Quality Assurance procedures, and safety practices

Assist with the ordering of resupply materials for the department to maintain adequate inventory on station

Handle confidential matters (personnel actions, management reports, etc.) in accordance with management policy and with the highest degree of professionalism

Review and approve employee timesheets and Maximo Work Orders

Work with Human Resources to timely address personnel issues

Provide timely performance feedback to staff and timely submission of end-of-season evaluations to Human Resources

Provide suggestions and recommendations for re-hiring and advancement of staff

Perform other duties as required

Required Education, Experience, Certificates and Licenses:

High School diploma or GED

A current Journeyman Electrician license, a current Master Electrician license, or equivalent Union membership in good standing. A Journeyman license requiring less than 8,000 hours or of the Residential type shall not be considered.

Minimum eight years of documented experience in all phases of electrical work, including rough-in, trim-out, wiring of electrical equipment and fixtures, conduit installation, power distribution wiring including voltages up to 4160, and design /layout of electrical systems

Must have been in a lead, Foreman, or supervisory position for a minimum of three of the eight years of experience

Expected Skills and Competencies:

Thorough knowledge of the current National Electrical Code and the principles of electricity

Possess the competencies, willingness, and ability to perform the duties of position

Experienced in construction and maintenance of commercial and/or industrial facilities

Proficient in diagnosing electrical issues and maintaining, adjusting, repairing, and replacing electrical systems and components

Skilled in ability to read and interpret design drawings, specifications, diagrams, maintenance manual and manufacturer’s troubleshooting guides to accomplish tasking

Experienced developing written work plans, job hazard analysis, and job safety analysis related to the work activities under a permit to work system

Thorough knowledge of the principles of electricity and the current National Electrical Code

Proficient in the use of electrical/electronic and mechanical test equipment, instruments, measuring devices, and shop tools such as soldering units, meters, scopes, and probes

Highly skilled at troubleshooting using appropriate testing devices

Extremely knowledgeable regarding occupational hazards of the electrical trade and related safety precautions

Expert in the installation, maintenance and repair of electrical systems and equipment

Minimum intermediate level computer skills with MS Office Suite experience to include Word, Excel and Outlook

Able and willing to learn and effectively utilize computer-based labor, inventory, and maintenance tracking applications

Proficient in LOTO procedures for various tasking

Proficient in confined space safety protocols

Proficient in electrical safety procedures (NFPA 70E and OSHA)

Proficient in risk assessment and determination of PPE appropriate to specific tasking

Knowledgeable of limits of PPE and proper maintenance of PPE

Familiar with fall protection and respirator use

Competent analyzing situations and making technical and safety decisions based on specifications and applicable codes and manufacturer guidelines

Solid decision-making ability and sound judgment to safely and effectively solve problems

Good organizational and planning skills

Preferred:

Training or certification on NFPA 70E: Standard for Electrical Safety in the Workplace

Experience with installation, repair, and maintenance of heat trace on outdoor insulated piping

Experience with installation, repair, and maintenance of permanently installed UPS systems

Experience with installation, repair, and maintenance of motor controls and Variable Frequency Drives

Experience with Maximo or other Computerized Maintenance Management System

Experience with installation, repair, and maintenance of airfield runway lighting (McMurdo only)

Experience with maintenance and installation of fire alarm systems and components (South Pole and Palmer)

Physical and/or Other Requirements:

Willingness and ability to deploy to Antarctica for extended periods

Successful completion of Medical and Dental examinations required by the NSF for deployment to Antarctica

Successful completion of drug screening and background check required by employer

Successful completion of Federal Background Check required by the NSF

Must be willing and able to lift and move items, parts, assemblies, and equipment up to the safety regulation maximum as required by the position.

Must be willing and able to perform physical activities including heavy lifting, climbing in and out of equipment, crawling, and working outdoors in extreme cold as required by the position.

Must participate in community programs, such as “house-mouse” (chores), “daisy-picking” (cleaning-up around the station), recycling efforts & safety objectives.

Valid Driver’s License issued in the United States

Must be able to obtain and maintain facility credentials/authorization. Note: US Citizenship is required for facility credentials/authorization at this work location.