Electrical Maintenance Lead - Able to Obtain TS/SCI Clearance - Akima, LLC

This full-time position assists the Facility Operations Manager in the execution of electrical tasks related to the Operations and Maintenance (O&M) of all facilities and other real property, utility plants and systems, and grounds at the End User’s campus site. 

• Analyze and understand building electrical and control drawings and manuals.
• Troubleshoot power, lighting, BAS and communication circuits to isolate wiring or component faults. 
• Replacing faulty switches, sockets, plugs, fuses, insulators, and other simple elements of electrical systems fixtures and appliances.
• As required, estimating materials needed and record time and materials expended on each work order.
• Conducting routine building inspections to assess needs relating to electrical work and maintenance.
• Coordinating with the Maintenance Supervisor, outside contractors and/or employees, estimators, suppliers, etc., and other trades to complete projects/work orders efficiently.
• Supervises and directs work schedules for all (High and Low Voltage) shop personnel, including subcontractors.
• Tracks work status, completion and coordinates pass down of work orders and preventative maintenance work.
• Makes recommendations as to the hiring, promotion, disciplinary and termination of personnel.
• Prepares and presents weekly/monthly Technical Progress Reports as required.
• Inspects and diagnoses problems to determine corrective actions / repairs in all the trade levels.
• Advises O & M Manager of major problems and recommend corrective action.
• Conducts random inspections to review work while in progress. 
• Ensures procedures are being followed while making certain highest level of quality standards are met.
• Reviews completed site work to verify compliance in accordance with applicable plans, procedures and all governing codes.
• Maintains adequate levels of tools, equipment, and other maintenance supplies.
• Processes departmental timesheets and submits them in a timely manner for review by the O&M Manager.
• Responds to emergency site maintenance as required.
• Confers with and advises other management personnel regarding maintenance projects and priorities.
• Supports other department staff as needed or directed.
• Keeps the O&M Manager appraised of unique situations and problems encountered.
• Completes all PMs and repair projects on time and on budget.
• Ability operate Government or AID-owned motor vehicles and/or other equipment.
• Adheres to the established AID safety and personnel policies and standard operating procedures.

• US Citizen with ability to pass a thorough criminal, credit check and pre-employment Drug Screen.
• Possess or able to obtain and maintain a Top-Secret security clearance with eligibility to access Sensitive Compartmented Information.
• High school graduate or equivalent GED.
• Five (5) years’ experience in facilities operations and maintenance.
• Five (5) years’ experience in a leadership or supervisory capacity.
• Knowledge of various electrical equipment including, but not limited to High Voltage Switchgear and Distribution Equipment, Generators, and Low Voltage Distribution Systems.
• Experience with:
• Preventative Maintenance on high voltage (HV) equipment.
• Familiar with NETA testing requirements (0-34, 500V) HV distribution equipment.
• Pad mounted and substation transformers and associated switchgear.
• Extensive knowledge of hand and power tools.
• Extensive knowledge of applicable codes and standards.
• Computer knowledge, especially in Microsoft Office Suite.
• Mature judgment and ability to work with minimal supervision.
• Ability to deal with a variety of people in a professional, courteous manner in diversified situations.
• Valid driver’s license.
• Ability to pass background and drug screen. Ability to lift 25 pounds and team lift 50 pounds.

Desired Qualifications:  

• Ten (10) years in management of operations and maintenance.
• Five (5) years in a leadership, supervisory or management role.
• Active State Master Electrician License.
• Understanding of Government contracts, correspondence, reports and records.
• Presentational skills and/or public speaking ability.