Description
Transwestern Real Estate Services adds value for investors, owners, and occupiers of all commercial property types through comprehensive solutions grounded in sound market intelligence. Part of the Transwestern companies, the firm applies a consultative approach to Agency Leasing, Asset Services, Tenant Advisory + Workplace Solutions, Capital Markets and Research & Investment Analytics.
Our firm's award-winning culture and reputation for exceptional service are built on a common purpose – Empowering Good People to do Extraordinary Things Together. This unique approach, reinforced by the hiring of smart, passionate, hard-working people who understand the benefits of both collaboration and independence, create value for our team members and clients every day.
The Building Electrician is responsible for troubleshooting, diagnostics, assembly, repair, and a proactive maintenance of electrical systems and equipment. The Building Electrician regularly maintains medium-to-high‑voltage substations / switchgear, motors, explosion‑proof and intrinsically‑safe electrical systems, variable frequency drives, process logic controllers, generators / uninterruptible power systems, building control systems, pneumatics, hydraulics, and a wide variety of AC/DC industrial electrical applications.
ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:
Monitor and adjust mechanical/electrical systems and BAS as necessary to ensure proper operation of equipment.
Analyze the operation of various systems, determine the cause of any problems/malfunctions, and take corrective action as required.
Monitor the facility electrical system and associated equipment and perform necessary repairs and maintenance as needed.
Perform corrective and preventive maintenance assignments and must be willing to work out of trade when necessary to perform other work tasks.
Repairing and/or replacing wiring and components.
Inspect, diagnoses, troubleshoots, repairs, maintains, upgrades, and installs all electrical equipment and systems.
Maintain the building lighting system, including element and ballast repairs or replacements.
Prioritizes all PM's, corrective and emergent work orders for the site (annual, quarterly monthly, weekly, and daily)
Comply and maintain compliance with State, County, or City Ordinances, Codes, or Laws for all safety procedures, maintaining good housekeeping and safety of work areas.
Recognize danger and safety hazards and make recommendation for elimination.
Perform other duties as assigned.
POSITION REQUIREMENTS:
High school diploma or general education degree (GED) and a minimum of two years of related experience and/or trade school training or equivalent combination of education and experience.
State Electrical Journeyman's License or completion of journeyman program.
A minimum of 3 years of experience as a journeyman electrician in the commercial real estate/ electrical equipment service industry.
Thorough knowledge in all building systems operations, maintenance, and repair.
Knowledgeable in energy management systems, techniques, and operations.
Electrical diagram reading is a plus.
Medium voltage experience preferred.
Basic skills with Microsoft Office Outlook, Word, and Excel.
Must have a thorough understanding of electrical and building automation systems.
Ability to understand and give general instructions in standard situations.
Strong organizational and analytical skills.
Strong customer service orientation.
May require shift work, overtime and/or on call duties.
Stooping, standing, climbing and frequent lifting of a minimum of 50 lbs. of equipment (pump, tools, ladders) and ability to safely install rigging/lifting device.
May be required to work extended periods of time without relief when responding to priority/emergency situations (including overtime type assignments).
Climb ladders and stairs.
WORK SHIFT
First Shift (United States of America)
LOCATION
Southfield, MIWe Are Transwestern!
Transwestern's Guiding Principles are woven into the fabric of our firm and underscore the value of each individual team member. We embrace diversity, equity and inclusion — not only as the right thing to do, but as a reflection of who we are. It is our responsibility and heartfelt desire to create an environment that elevates the human spirit and brings out the best in everyone. Transwestern offers an exciting work environment, competitive salary and excellent benefits, which include medical, dental and vision coverage, as well as a 401(K) plan. Transwestern is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Third Party Agencies/Vendors!
Transwestern recognizes the valued service provided by its recruitment agencies and as such have a Preferred Supplier List, which whom terms of business have been agreed. Only suppliers who have signed these terms can engage with Transwestern and its Family of Companies. If you are interested in becoming a Preferred Supplier vendor, we invite you to email us only at recruittw@transwestern.com. Please provide relevant information about your agency, and our dedicated team will carefully review and approve your submission. We will reach out if we find that there is a potential match and interest in adding your agency to our preapproved recruiting vendors list. Agreements obtained outside of this formal process will not be recognized and will be deemed invalid. We appreciate your understanding and cooperation in adhering to this established procedure. Thank you in advance.
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