Job Description

What You'll Be Doing

Are you looking for a career with excellent benefits including paid holidays, paid vacation days, health insurance, 401K and a retirement plan? If so, the Physical Plant Division of Wake County General Services is seeking a highly skilled and knowledgeable Electrical Trades Specialist with strong experience in operating, troubleshooting, and repairing interior and exterior commercial lighting systems — including LED lighting and lighting controls — and in providing leadership in maintenance activities. This position is eligible for a sign on bonus up to $5,000!

Primary Duties:

• Plans and organizes work on service requests related to lighting and lighting controls systems.
• Provides leadership and expertise on keeping commercial lighting functioning including items such as Fluorescent, Metal-Halide, Halogen fixture and ballast repairs, LED lighting repairs, LED lighting retrofits, lighting controls systems repairs as well as exterior building and site lighting repair and retrofits.
• Compile lighting inventory of interior and exterior lights in County facilities and maintain the lighting attic stock and inventory to facility timely repair of all county lighting.
• Schedule PM and Operational Checks for interior and exterior lighting.
• Repair site lighting in parking lots and fields using bucket truck or personnel lifts as required to safely repair the systems.
• Assist Electrical Technicians with routine as well as emergency work orders.
• Assist Electrical technicians with daily preventive and corrective maintenance in all Wake County facilities including high and medium security facilities.
• Maintain and enter information on repairs and requests into Wake County's Computerized Maintenance Management System (CMMS).
• Oversee outside contractors that bid and perform lighting related work.
• Work with HVAC building automation techs on lighting control integrations.
• Work with engineers on new projects and existing building problems.

NOTE: This position is subject to after-hours rotation and emergency call backs. A criminal background and credit check will be conducted.

About Our Team

General Services Administration (GSA) manages Wake County owned and leased facilities, the Wake County fleet, provides criminal justice support, and supports a number of General Government business units. GSA is dedicated to ensuring safe, productive work environments and safe, reliable vehicles for our customers.

The Basics (Required Education and Experience)

• High school diploma or GED
• Three years of experience in electrical maintenance
• Valid Driver's License and "safe" driving record
• Equivalent education and experience are accepted
• Please include ALL prior work experience on your application and resume.

Beyond the Basics (Preferred Education and Experience)

• Five years of experience installing or maintaining commercial electrical systems up to 480V
• Experience operating personnel lifts and bucket trucks
• Experience with interior and exterior commercial LED lighting

How Will We Know You're 'The One'?

• Experience with LED lighting and lighting control systems
• Read and interpret blueprints, work orders, and electrical schematics
• Knowledge of applicable building codes and regulations
• Collaborate effectively with other trades staff
• Strong problem-solving and decision-making skills
• Clear verbal communication and active listening
• Work safely from ladders and motorized lifts
• Perform tasks on roofs and other elevated structures
• Operate personnel lifts, bucket trucks, and forklifts
• Thrive in a fast-paced environment
• Work with minimal supervision
• Effective time management
• Familiarity with workplace safety practices and PPE in accordance with OSHA

About This Position

Location: General Services Center Raleigh, NC 27603

Employment Type: Regular

Work Schedule: Monday - Friday 7:00am - 4:00pm

Hiring Range: 27.20 - 34.92

Market Range: 27.20 - 42.63

Please include ALL prior work experience on your application and resume.

Posting Closing Date: This position is open until filled.

What Makes Wake Great

Equal Opportunity Statement

Background Check Statement

Emergency Service Worker Statement

What Makes Wake Great

Home to the State Capital, Wake County is one of the fastest growing areas in the nation and the most populous county in the state, with more than 1.1 million residents. The County has received national and international rankings and accolades from publications such as Money, Fortune, and Time magazines as being one of the best places to live, work and play. The central location of the County allows for a short drive to the spectacular mountains or coast. Wake County Government is governed by a seven-member Board of Commissioners, who are elected at-large to serve two-year terms. Wake County Government has a general operating budget of $1.874 billion, employs over 4400 employees, experiences minimal turnover, and is an award-winning leader in wellness and technology initiatives; such as offering employees and covered spouses free access to the Employee Health Center. Wake County Government offers a wide range of training and development opportunities, a stable career in public service with a balance of work and family life, flexible work schedules and a competitive salary and benefits package.

Equal Opportunity Statement

Wake County provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability or genetics.

Background Check Statement

Position may require a background check that may include: criminal, credit, motor vehicle, education, and sexual offender registry or others based on job requirements. Unless required by state law, a record of conviction will not automatically exclude you from consideration for employment. Wake County Government is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Emergency Service Worker Statement

In the event of an emergency, as determined by the County Manager or designee, participation in preparedness and response operations should be expected. Employee may be required to fill a temporary assignment in a role different from standard duties, work hours and/or work location in preparation for, during and after the emergency. Employee may also be required to participate in relevant exercises and regular preparedness training.