Electrical Service Technician

Hi-Tech Electric • Full-time • Saint Rose, Louisiana, United States • $25 - $33 / hour • 5d ago

Hi-Tech Electric is looking for an experienced Commercial Service Technician to join our New Orleans service department. This is a full-time, hourly position serving commercial customers throughout the Greater New Orleans area.

This position requires a dependable journeyman electrician with strong commercial troubleshooting skills who can evaluate electrical problems, communicate professionally with customers, complete service work safely with limited supervision, and lead small service projects when assigned.

SKILLS AND ABILITIES

Strong knowledge of the tools, testing equipment, materials, and methods used in commercial electrical work
Ability to diagnose and repair electrical problems independently
Working knowledge of the National Electrical Code, local requirements, and accepted safety practices
Experience installing, maintaining, and repairing commercial electrical systems and equipment
Ability to troubleshoot high- and low-voltage electrical systems
Ability to read and understand blueprints, one-line diagrams, schematics, panel schedules, and documentation equipment
Ability to safely use meters and other electrical testing equipment
Ability to plan, organize, and lead small commercial service projects
Ability to coordinate labor, materials, and daily work activities
Strong verbal and written communication and professional customer service skills
Clean, organized, and professional workmanship
Comfortable using a company phone or tablet to receive work orders, record job information, and submit reports
Ability to properly document labor, materials, job conditions, and completed work
Dependable and capable of completing assigned service calls without constant supervision.

REQUIREMENTS AND QUALIFICATIONS

Minimum of six years of electrical experience
Commercial electrical service and troubleshooting experience
Experience with commercial electrical installations, repairs, and renovations
Ability to read electrical drawings and specifications
Valid driver's license and acceptable driving record
Ability to communicate professionally with customers, supervisors, and other trades
Ability to follow company safety procedures and applicable electrical codes

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

OSHA 10 certification
Current Journeyman Electrician License
Completed electrical apprenticeship or recognized electrical training program
Experience troubleshooting three-phase electrical systems, motors, controls, panels, lighting, generators, and related equipment
Previous experience leading small service jobs or directing helpers and apprentices
Mini Excavator operator experience

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

Ability to distinguish colors used for electrical conductors and identification
Ability to stand, kneel, bend, climb, reach, and work in different positions for extended periods
Ability to safely climb and work from ladders or approved elevated work platforms
Ability to pull conductors and cables through raceways
Ability to lift and carry materials, tools, and equipment weighing up to 50 pounds
Ability to work indoors and outdoors in typical South Louisiana weather conditions

COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS