Job Description

Posting number: 202602993

Department: Facilities Maintenance

Job classification: Electrician Supervisor

Posting type: Open

Categories: Building Maintenance, Facility Management, Trades, Miscellaneous, Maintenance, Utilities, Customer Service, Electronics

As a Master Licensed Electrician in the Facilities Management Division, you will perform advanced electrical installation, maintenance, repair, and troubleshooting work across a variety of County facilities. You will also assist with the operation and maintenance of building mechanical (HVAC), plumbing, and related systems to help ensure facilities remain safe, comfortable, and operational. In addition, this position will work rotating on-call hours 5:00 p.m.-8:00 a.m. Monday – Thursday and 5:00 p.m. Friday – 8:00 a.m. Monday as scheduled to respond to outages and emergencies.

This role offers the opportunity to work independently, solve complex challenges, and make a visible impact on the quality and reliability of County facilities. If you enjoy hands-on work, take pride in your craftsmanship, and are committed to serving your community, we encourage you to apply and become a valued member of the Cumberland County team.

Examples of duties

• Performs master-level electrical work throughout more than 30 County facilities
• Installs electrical conduits and fittings, including measuring, cutting, and bending conduits as required
• Routes and pulls wiring for electrical, telephone, computer, intercom, and alarm systems
• Diagnoses and repairs electrical systems, equipment, and appliances
• Replaces faulty switches, sockets, plugs, fuses, insulators, and other electrical components
• Tracks electrical-generation equipment and ensures testing, repairs, maintenance, and fuel levels meet established standards
• Performs general to skilled plumbing work, including installing and maintaining water and sanitary fixtures and equipment
• Replaces faucet washers, stems, seals, and related plumbing components; clears clogged lines and repairs toilets, overflow tubes, guide wires, and water coolers
• Performs general to skilled mechanical work involving the installation and maintenance of heating, ventilation, and air-conditioning systems in County buildings and facilities
• Inspects thermostats; replaces belts, bearings, motors, filters, and compressors; cleans coils; and monitors humidity and ventilation levels
• Supervises an assigned maintenance team, including recruitment, onboarding, training, work assignments, and daily operational guidance
• Reviews and approves employee time and leave requests and completes performance evaluations
• Inspects completed work to ensure compliance with applicable industry requirements, safety practices, and County standards
• Provides constructive coaching and developmental feedback to support employee growth, performance, and workplace morale
• Establishes team and departmental goals that promote continuous improvement, operational efficiency, and successful performance

Qualifications

Additional Requirements Must have and maintain an Electrical Limited Classification (L) license.

Supplemental information

• Knowledge of the procedures, materials, tools, and equipment used in the electrical maintenance trade
• Knowledge of approved electrical methods, practices, code requirements, and applicable safety standards
• Knowledge of occupational hazards associated with building trades and grounds maintenance work, including required safety precautions.
• Knowledge of County purchasing policies and procedures
• Knowledge of organizational, administrative, supervisory, and effective leadership principles
• Knowledge of the procedures, materials, and equipment used in plumbing and HVAC maintenance trades
• Knowledge of organizational policies, operating philosophies, and assigned functions, including the ability to remain current on changes and incorporate them into daily operations
• Skill in the safe and proper use and care of hand and power tools required to perform electrical work.
• Skill in reading and interpreting blueprints, technical specifications, and related documents
• Skill in exercising sound judgment and discretion when developing and implementing courses of action affecting assigned operations
• Ability to assign, direct, and supervise unskilled, semi-skilled, and skilled maintenance personnel
• Ability to recognize and evaluate how operating policies and practices affect employee morale and performance
• Ability to identify operational needs and decisively develop and implement appropriate solutions or alternatives
• Ability to perform manual labor for extended periods, as required by assigned duties
• Ability to communicate effectively and maintain productive working relationships with departmental employees, other County personnel, external organizations, and the public
• Ability to exercise tact, courtesy, and professionalism when interacting with others
• Ability to operate a motor vehicle safely and in accordance with applicable laws and County policies

A formal transcript will be required. College transcripts may be submitted on-line via the attachment feature or mailed to Cumberland County Human Resources, 117 Dick St. Fayetteville, NC 28301.

Driving is an essential function of this position. To be considered, you must have a valid driver's license with an acceptable driving record. If your driver's license is from another state, you will be required to obtain and show proof of a valid NC driver's license within 60 days of hire.

Successful candidates who receive a conditional offer of employment with Cumberland County must pass pre-employment screenings, including criminal history checks and drug screenings, as required by Cumberland County Policies and Procedures, prior to beginning work or receiving a final offer of employment. Refusal to submit to testing or testing positive for prohibited substances will result in the withdrawal of the conditional employment offer.

Cumberland County is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace and prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind. All employment decisions at Cumberland County are based on business needs, job requirements, and individual qualifications, without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or any other status protected by applicable laws and regulations. We encourage applications from all qualified individuals and will provide reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities in accordance with applicable law. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.