Licensed Electrician

Dirks Companies / Licensed Electrician / Alexandria, Louisiana

Dirks Companies, LLC, is a Verified Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business specializing in construction, logistics, and disaster response and recovery. As an authorized federal contractor, they provide a wealth of industry knowledge and strategic relationships to ensure timely, efficient, and high-quality construction solutions.

We are seeking an experienced Licensed Electrician Responsibilities for performing routine preventative maintenance on facility equipment and facilities, corrective and emergency maintenance repairs, inspections, testing and trouble shooting. Additionally, this position is responsible for installing conduit, cable runs, new and/or replacement equipment for the federally contracted ICE residential facilitylocated in Alexandria, Louisiana.

Conditions of Employment: • Employees must be a U.S. Citizen or Legal Permanent Resident.

• Employment contingent upon required screenings and clearances. • Compliance with federal security and operational protocols required. • Must be able to speak, read, and write in English. • Must show proof of eligibility to work in the U.S.

What We Offer: • Comprehensive benefits package including health, dental and life insurance

• Paid time off and paid holidays • Fully on site – no travel • Hourly pay / $30.00 an hr.

Qualifications: • High school diploma or trade school equivalent

• 3 years experience in electrical repair and maintenance • Active Louisiana state license • Knowledgeable in medium and low voltage motor controls, switchgear, electric circuits and protective relays • Knowledgeable in reading and understanding drawings and specifications as they relate to repair and operations of plant electrical equipment and instrumentation • Proficient in the use of precision testing instruments • Able to use hand tools & power equipment in the performance of maintenance activities • Proficient in trouble shooting malfunctioning equipment in all phases of plant/facility equipment

Responsibilities: • Follow established practices and procedures of the department and works independently, within the confines of safe practices to perform a variety of tasks related to the maintenance and repair activities of facility electrical equipment and facilities.

• Identify and problem solve issues to repair and maintain plant electrical systems and apparatuses so that it will continue to operate safely and efficiently.