Electrician with OCONUS Travel

Nightwing

Sterling, VAOn-siteFull time
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Pay
$99K to $206K
a year
Location
Sterling, VA
Work style
On-site
Job type
Full time
Posted
Oct 20
1 day ago
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Nightwing

Information technology and services · 2 to 10 employees

Nightwing provides technically advanced full-spectrum cyber, data operations, systems integration and intelligence mission support services to meet our customers’ most demanding challenges. Our capabilities include cyber space operations, cyber defense and resiliency, vulnerability research, ubiquitous technical surveillance, data intelligence, lifecycle mission enablement, and software modernization. Nightwing brings disruptive technologies, agility, and competitive offerings to customers in the intelligence community, defense, civil, and commercial markets.

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What you'll do

  • Perform preventive and corrective maintenance on electrical systems and components
  • Inspect, test, troubleshoot, diagnose, repair, replace, and maintain electrical systems
  • Perform electrical installations, upgrades, modifications, new construction, and demolition
  • Plan electrical work, develop material and equipment lists, and prepare cost estimates
  • Interpret construction drawings, electrical schematics, wiring diagrams, and technical documentation
  • Present technical findings and recommendations to customers and supervisors
  • Coordinate work with multidisciplinary teams and other trades
  • Support emergency and surge requirements outside normal business hours

What you need

  • Active TS/SCI with CI Polygraph
  • Demonstrated hands-on experience and working knowledge of commercial electrical systems
  • Possess and maintain a Journeyman Electrician license with the state of Virginia or Maryland
  • Ability to lift and carry materials and equipment weighing up to 75 pounds
  • Ability to stand, bend, climb, reach, and work in equipment rooms
  • Ability to safely use ladders, hand tools, power tools, test equipment, and required PPE
  • Preventive maintenance of medium and low voltage switch gear (preferred)
  • Experience supporting commercial, industrial, government, or mission-critical facilities (preferred)

Key skills

Commercial electrical systemsElectrical schematicsTroubleshootingPreventive maintenanceOSHA requirementsLockout/tagout (LOTO)Journeyman Electrician licenseCustomer supportMicrosoft OfficeProject coordination

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Perks

  • medical
  • vision
  • dental insurance
  • 401k plan
  • PTO
  • Holidays
  • additional insurances

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Nightwing provides technically advanced full-spectrum cyber, data operations, systems integration and intelligence mission support services to meet our customers’ most demanding challenges. Our capabilities include cyber space operations, cyber defense and resiliency, vulnerability research, ubiquitous technical surveillance, data intelligence, lifecycle mission enablement, and software modernization. Nightwing brings disruptive technologies, agility, and competitive offerings to customers in the intelligence community, defense, civil, and commercial markets. Electrician with OCONUS Travel Position Summary The Electrician is responsible for operational support and facilities maintenance, providing electrical trade expertise across maintenance, repair, construction, and recapitalization activities. Primary responsibilities include preventive maintenance, troubleshooting and repair, testing, and installation of light commercial electrical systems and services. The individual will work independently and as part of a multidisciplinary team on a wide variety of tasks supporting the customer with engineering, analysis, testing, preventive maintenance, repair, new construction, recapitalization, and demolition. The Electrician will assess circumstances and existing conditions, identify deficiencies, and determine appropriate technical solutions in accordance with manufacturer recommendations, customer specifications, applicable codes, safety requirements, and industry standards. The individual will present technical recommendations to the supervisor and/or customer and execute approved directions through completion of the task. The role requires sound technical judgment, strong customer service, and responsiveness to both planned and time-sensitive requirements. Other site duties outside the electrical trade may be required in support of specific mission-related tasking. This role may include OCONUS TDY trips. Clearance Requirements Active TS/SCI with CI Polygraph Ideal candidate will be eligible and willing to obtain any additional clearance or access required by the customer Required Qualifications and Skills Candidates must possess demonstrated hands-on experience and working knowledge of commercial electrical systems, circuitry, components, equipment, controls, manufacturers, suppliers, and associated installation and maintenance practices Plan and execute electrical work: Evaluate requirements, determine appropriate means and methods, develop material and equipment lists, prepare cost estimates, forecast work schedules, and coordinate execution through completion Interpret technical documentation: Read and interpret construction drawings, building plans, specifications, electrical schematics, wiring diagrams, equipment cut sheets, O&M manuals, manufacturer instructions, warranties, and other technical documentation Perform preventive and corrective maintenance: Inspect, test, troubleshoot, diagnose, repair, replace, and maintain electrical systems and components to support safe and reliable facility operations Support installation and modification activities: Perform electrical installations, upgrades, modifications, new construction, recapitalization, and demolition in accordance with approved requirements, applicable codes, manufacturer recommendations, and established workmanship standards Apply safety requirements: Understand and comply with OSHA requirements, Safety Data Sheets (SDS), applicable electrical safety practices, and established procedures including lockout/tagout (LOTO), PPE requirements, and site-specific safety protocols Develop material and labor requirements: Identify materials, equipment, tools, and labor necessary to execute work and support procurement activities with clear technical specifications, quantities, manufacturer information, and acceptable substitutions when appropriate Provide schedule and status visibility: Estimate work duration, identify dependencies and constraints, communicate schedule impacts, and provide timely updates regarding progress, material availability, risks, and completion Provide effective customer support: Communicate professionally with the customer, supervisors, engineering personnel, vendors, and other trades. Present technical findings and recommendations and follow approved direction through completion Work independently and collaboratively: Execute assigned work with minimal supervision while coordinating effectively with multidisciplinary teams and other trades to meet requirements, as well as lead or coordinate small teams Support emergency and surge requirements: Maintain flexibility to support occasional work outside normal business hours, including evenings, weekends, and holidays, for emergencies, outage, or mission-critical requirements Support broader site requirements: Perform duties outside the primary electrical trade when required to support facility operations or time-sensitive mission requirements Drive continuous improvement: Identify opportunities to improve maintenance practices, work processes, reliability, safety, and efficiency by applying lessons learned from daily operations Licensure: Possess and maintain a Journeyman Electrician license with the state of Virginia or Maryland. Desired Qualifications and Experience Preventive maintenance of medium and low voltage switch gear Knowledge and familiar with uninterruptible power supplies Installation of rack mounted power distribution units Familiar with the installation of conduct, both exposed and concealed Operation of mobile equipment, forklifts, scissor lifts, and boom lifts Installation and maintenance of power panels. Familiar with the use of preventive maintenance equipment such as thermal imaging, dialectic testers, and insulation resistance testers Knowledge and familiarity with the use of building automation terminals and interfaces. Additional electrical, HVAC, controls, or related trade certifications Experience supporting commercial, industrial, government, or mission-critical facilities Project coordination, project management, or small-team leadership experience Strong written and verbal communication skills Proficiency with Microsoft Office and internet-based technical and product research Working knowledge of basic carpentry, plumbing, HVAC, and general facility maintenance Ability to coordinate with engineering and other trades when electrical work interfaces with mechanical, controls, IT infrastructure, or facility systems Physical Requirements Ability to lift and carry materials and equipment weighing up to 75 pounds Ability to perform work that requires standing, bending, climbing, reaching, and working in equipment rooms and other facility environments Ability to safely use ladders, hand tools, power tools, test equipment, and required PPE Salary & Benefits The salary associated with this position ($99,000-$206,000) is commensurate with the selected candidate’s qualifications, years of relevant experience, and demonstrated level of expertise. Compensation will be determined based on these factors to ensure alignment with skills, responsibilities, and market standards. Nightwing offers medical, vision and dental insurance coverage in addition to a 401k plan, PTO, Holidays, and additional insurances. Nightwing is An Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status, age or any other federally protected class.

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