Electrician II

Location: Bar Harbor, ME

Job Summary: Our facility in Bar Harbor, ME, is seeking a Licensed Electrician to undertake complex electrical work involving the installation, modification, operation, maintenance, troubleshooting, and repair of electrical systems. This includes primary (high voltage) and secondary circuits, normal and emergency power distribution systems, UPS, diesel generators, low voltage control systems and more.  This roles primary focus will be on the installation of low voltage control systems.

Key Responsibilities:

Implement low voltage electrical work for building automation system upgrades and new construction projects, focusing on the wiring infrastructure essential for controlling PLCs, actuators, and sensors based on standard designs.Actively participate in the learning and mastery of the facility’s standard automation designs and procedures under the guidance of experienced personnel.Provide input on design improvements and innovations where applicable to enhance system efficiency and performance.Install, maintain, troubleshoot, and repair facility electrical systems, including primary and secondary circuits, normal and emergency power distribution, UPS, and variable frequency drives.Assist engineers with the installation and implementation of electrical systems, devices, and components tailored for automation and control systems.

Qualifications:

A two-year degree in Electrical Technology or a related field is required.Minimum of five years of experience in an industrial or commercial environment, with a strong preference for those familiar with automation systems; State of Maine Journeyman Electrician certification required Masters preferred.Proficient in reading electrical schematics, prints, and ladder diagrams.  Demonstrated understanding of relay-based logic and circuitry.Strong computer literacy required, with the ability to use software tools effectively for business processes, maintaining departmental records, and interacting with automated systems.The ability to use a respirator and/or specialized personal protective equipment is required to access certain confined spaces.Excellent written and verbal communication skills.Ability to participate in an on-call rotation that may require work outside of normal business hours.Ability to work as a team player with minimal supervision.Willingness and ability to be trained by qualified personnel on the facility's specific standards and procedures.Candidates will be expected to work up to their personal ability level in other maintenance trades, as necessary.

Travel Requirements: Periodic travel will be required to work at other JAX sites, attend FAT for new equipment, training, or other functions related to the position.

Pay range: $28.57 - $41.43

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About JAX:

The Jackson Laboratory is an independent, nonprofit biomedical research institution with a National Cancer Institute-designated Cancer Center and nearly 3,000 employees in locations across the United States (Maine, Connecticut, California), Japan and China. Its mission is to discover precise genomic solutions for disease and empower the global biomedical community in the shared quest to improve human health.

Founded in 1929, JAX applies over nine decades of expertise in genetics to increase understanding of human disease, advancing treatments and cures for cancer, neurological and immune disorders, diabetes, aging and heart disease. It models and interprets genomic complexity, integrates basic research with clinical application, educates current and future scientists, and provides critical data, tools and services to the global biomedical community. For more information, please visit www.jax.org​​​​​​​.

EEO Statement:

The Jackson Laboratory provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment in all job classifications without regard to race, color, religion, age, mental disability, physical disability, medical condition, gender, sexual orientation, genetic information, ancestry, marital status, national origin, veteran status, and other classifications protected by applicable state and local non-discrimination laws.