2019-11-21 DynCorp Recruiting (www.dyn-intl.com)
Other
/yr
full-time
employee
Kandahar Afghanistan
Job Summary
The Electrician performs a broad range of electrical maintenance, repair, and construction support, also incorporating inspection and testing of distribution systems, and circuit fault finding.
Principal Accountabilities
(Typical duties include the following, although specific duties vary by assignment or contract.)
Identify Life, Health, and Safety (LHS) issues and repair circuit faults on electrical systems
Install, maintain, repair, or replace electrical equipment and systems in strict accordance with applicable codes and standards
Identify proper materials for use on specific installations and complete maintenance and repair records
Follow all safety rules and procedures including wearing required personal safety equipment
Oversee electrical work of assigned employees to ensure compliance with standards
Ensure electrical tools and equipment are properly maintained in a safe operating condition and work areas are clean and hazard free
Perform other qualified duties as assigned
Knowledge & Skills
Capable of maintaining, troubleshooting, and repairing electrical distribution systems in accordance with applicable standards
Knowledge of applicable codes such as National Electrical Code (NEC), British Standard (BS), International Electrotechnical Commission (IEC), and/or International Building Codes (IBC), with ability to pass an electrical trade test
Knowledge and skill in the safe operation and application of instrumentation to include circuit testers, power analyzers, ground rod resistance meters, ground fault loop impedance testers, and residual current device testers
Ability to read and interpret blue prints, schematics, instructions, and other technical documentation
Ability to complete accurate and timely maintenance and work records
Fluent in reading, writing, speaking, and understanding English
Additional knowledge and skill requirements may vary by assignment
Experience & Education
Minimum four (4) years of experience as an electrician
Hands-on experience troubleshooting and repairing motors, starters, transformers, residual current devices, and over current protective devices
High School Diploma or equivalent
Expat:
Valid Journeyman Electrician License (or higher) or proof of training/competency or certificate of completion from Electrical Apprenticeship program
FN-A:
Completion of Electrical Apprenticeship and minimum two (2) years of relevant Technical Trade School with certification or equivalent
FN-E:
Completion of Electrical Apprenticeship or relevant Technical School certification or equivalent
FN-UK:
Valid Joint Industry Board (JIB) Electro-technical Certification Scheme (ECS)-graded Electrician with current BS 7671 accreditation or equivalent
Prefer experience in facilities maintenance and fire alarm system installations and repairs
Additional experience and education requirements may vary by assignment
Physical Requirements/Working Environment
Physically fit to stand and bend for long periods of time and lift up to 50 pounds
Mandatory use of appropriate Personnel Protective Equipment (PPE)
Living and working conditions at assignment location could be remote and uncomfortable
Long hours, exposure to weather and hazardous conditions
Personnel should be aware of moving on short notice and under adverse conditions
Travel
Ability to travel domestically and internationally