Electrician Foreman

Summary

Seasonal Contract position supporting the National Science Foundation managed United States Antarctic Program as part of the Antarctic Support Contract (ASC). Electrician Foreman will supervise and perform electrical maintenance or construction work, or any combination thereof, under the supervision of the Facilities Maintenance Supervisor or Assistant Facilities Maintenance Supervisor. Tasking is based on employee’s prior work experience and ASC schedule requirements.

Position Responsibilities (not all inclusive)

* Supervise the activities of Facilities Electric Shop, Electricians, and Electrician Apprentices

• Supervise and perform hands-on installation of branch circuits, power distribution wiring, electrical equipment, fixtures, lighting systems and conduit in compliance with the National Electric Code (NEC)
• Supervise and perform hands-on diagnosis, repair, and scheduled Preventative Maintenance on existing systems, equipment, fixtures, and infrastructure

* Supervise and install fixtures, wiring conduits, motors and other electrical equipment

* Supervise and inspect transformers and circuit breakers and other electrical components

* Interpret, explain to subordinates and accomplish tasking working from verbal information, schematics, blueprints, wiring diagrams, documents, vendor/manufacturer manuals, and applicable electrical specifications and codes

* Work standard computations relating to load requirements of wiring or electrical equipment

* Use a variety of electrician’s hand tools and measuring and testing instruments and instruct subordinates as necessary

* Timely respond to emergency service calls during and outside normal working hours

* Maintain effective communication between departments and represent department as needed at operational meetings

* Assist with ensuring accurate material and labor charge code use, and accurate timecard submittal

* Interact with the National Science Foundation, military and ot...