Master Electrician

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Maxar Space Systems is currently seeking a Lead Electrician to join our team in Palo Alto, CA.

You will be responsible for installing, maintaining, and troubleshooting electrical systems and equipment in our critical environment facilities. You will also ensure compliance with safety codes and standards and contribute to the development and improvement of our departmental strategy and objectives. You will also be responsible for basic maintenance and repairs, as well as proactive, preventative maintenance for our Bay area office buildings. The ideal candidate will possess excellent customer service skills and a motivated attitude. This individual is responsible for the maintaining work environment for the physical plant which is comprised of 14 buildings with a total of 1 million square feet of space.

Maxar Space Systems is a leading provider of comprehensive space technologies. We deliver innovative solutions to government and commercial customers helping them unlock the promise of space to solve problems on Earth and beyond. We address a broad spectrum of needs for our customers, including mission systems engineering, product design, spacecraft manufacturing, assembly, integration and testing. Maxar Space Systems is a trusted partner in commercial and government missions, combining more than 60 years of deep mission understanding with reliable performance and longevity.

Responsibilities:

• Read and interpret blueprints, schematics, manuals, and wiring diagrams
• Design and install electrical wiring, fixtures, and apparatus for lighting, intercom, alarm, and other systems
• Inspect, test, and repair electrical systems, equipment, and devices
• Follow safety procedures and regulations
• Assist the facilities manager with planning and executing capital and operational budget planning
• Work with colleagues to develop and implement departmental strategy, objectives, and improvement processes
• Use and operate building management systems
• Manage vendors and subcontractors to ensure quality and compliance
• Keep accurate and comprehensive records pertaining to health and safety, building compliance, and quality assurance
• Perform preventative maintenance as well as repairs to spectrum of electrical equipment including: MEP electrical interfaces and power distribution systems from utility entrance to branch circuit distribution panels, emergency generators, UPS, panels and transformers

Minimum Requirements:

• Must be a US Citizen or permanent resident
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in electrical installation and maintenance
• Experience in working with critical environment equipment such as chillers, CRACs, CRAHs, UPSs, PDUs, STSs, etc.
• Journeyman/Master Electrician license or equivalent
• Must be able to clearly communicate in English, spoken and written.
• Ability to be on call.
• Current CA driver’s license, with a clean driving record with no serious violations
• Ability to travel to CA campuses as needed using the company vehicle
   

Preferred Qualifications:

• Operational knowledge of electrical distribution, such as, switchgear, generators, UPS’s, PDU’s, and fire detection/suppression systems.
• Operational experience with data center critical infrastructure equipment (i.e., CRAC/CRAH, RTU, chilled water systems, and other HVAC applications).
• Prior experience working with a team of electrical, mechanical and plumbing personnel.
• Field experience in a Facilities environment including: Office space, machine shop, paint shop, building circuit card assemblies, testing facilities, laboratory
• Knowledge of Electrical systems and controls in low voltage environments, clean rooms, and hazardous material areas.
• Demonstrated experience with a work order ticketing systems in creating, editing and closeout of completed tickets. 
• Demonstrated experience in performing PMs of emergency generators, UPS, panels and transformers. 
• Demonstrated experience in rewiring compact fluorescent light fixtures to ballast free LED fixtures. 
• Ability to interface with contractors, technicians, managers, code enforcement personnel.

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$27.00 - $57.50 hourly.

We offer a comprehensive package of benefits including paid time off, health and welfare insurance, and 401(k) to eligible employees. You can find more information on our benefits at: https://www.maxar.com/careers/benefits

This position will be posted for a minimum of three business days, and will be posted until a qualified candidate has been identified for hire. 

Maxar employees must follow all applicable Maxar policies and COVID-19 requirements as well as those of Maxar customers and third parties. Individual job requirements may vary, and Maxar reserves the right to modify its policies and requirements as it deems appropriate in accordance with applicable law.

Maxar Technologies values diversity in the workplace and is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.