Maintenance Electrician
Cushman Wakefield Multifamily, San Jose, CA, United States
Job Title
Maintenance Electrician
Job Description Summary
Installs, maintains, repairs and tests electrical equipment for the generation, distribution, or utilization of electric energy throughout our clients' facilities.
Essential Responsibilities
Trouble shoot and repair electrical systems and equipment.
Plan and lay out work projects from wiring diagrams, schematics, sketches, blueprints and/or verbal instructions.
Select the correct materials to complete work assignments.
Establish test procedures related to lead requirements of wiring or electrical equipment.
Maintain electrician's tools and equipment in good working order.
Be cross trained in all trades.
Work in a rotating on‑call schedule.
Technical Requirements
Possess a valid Electrician License or be in the process of obtaining licensure.
Coordinate and execute repairs on all indoor and outdoor electrical systems.
Perform maintenance repair and troubleshooting for electrical systems and apparatus.
Coordinate and execute preventive maintenance inspections and repairs in all facilities.
Repair power to all Main Power Distribution Systems and Panel Boards.
Repair outdoor facility lighting including signs, parking areas and security lighting.
Respond to emergency power failures and emergency backup systems.
Monitor and test various electrical systems.
Repair electrical systems for chillers, HVAC, pumps, generators, etc.
Repair online voltage of equipment including freezers, refrigerators, computer stations, cubicles, booster heaters, disposals, heat pumps and others.
Repair line voltage for all HVAC systems.
Understand state and local building codes, and know OSHA, Environmental Protection Agency, and other electrical regulations.
Heavy lifting over 50 pounds, climbing ladders, enclosed spaces, etc.
Perform other job‑related duties as assigned.
Additional Responsibilities
Monitor and record average readings at each facility’s main electrical switchgear.
Troubleshoot blown circuit breakers and fuses.
Adhere to established electrical work order preventive maintenance schedules.
Replace lamps and ballast as required.
Perform other facility‑related tasks as required.
Key Competencies
Familiar with all areas of the national electrical code.
Good communication skills.
Capable of analyzing and solving problems with various electrical controls and systems.
Work Environment
This job operates in a professional office environment. This role routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, phones, photocopiers, filing cabinets and fax machines. Regularly required to travel outside between properties in varying weather conditions.
Physical Demands
Must have the ability frequently lift a minimum of 50 lbs of equipment (pumps, tools, ladders) and safely install rigging/lifting devices.
Regularly required to crouch and reach to install/move equipment by bending forward at the waist or by bending legs and spine.
Involves movement between departments, floors, and properties to facilitate work.
AAP/EEO Statement
C&W provides equal employment opportunity to all individuals regardless of their race, color, creed, religion, gender, age, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by state, federal, or local law. Further, the company takes affirmative action to ensure that applicants are employed and employees during employment are treated without regard to any of these characteristics. Discrimination of any type will not be tolerated.
Cushman & Wakefield also provides eligible employees with an opportunity to enroll in a variety of benefit programs, generally including health, vision, and dental insurance, flexible spending accounts, health savings accounts, retirement savings plans, life, and disability insurance programs, and paid and unpaid time away from work. In addition to a comprehensive benefits package, Cushman and Wakefield provide eligible employees with competitive pay, which may vary depending on eligibility factors such as geographic location, date of hire, total hours worked, job type, business line, and applicability of collective bargaining agreements. The compensation that will be offered to the successful candidate will depend on factors such as whether the position is covered by a collective bargaining agreement, the geographic area in which the work will be performed, market pay rates in that area, and the candidate's experience and qualifications. The company will not pay less than minimum wage for this role. The compensation for the position is: $40.86 - $48.07
In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act Amendments Act (ADAAA), if you have a disability and would like to request an accommodation in order to apply for a position at Cushman & Wakefield, please call the ADA line at
1-888-365-5406
or email. Please refer to the job title and job location when you contact us.
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Maintenance Electrician
Job Description Summary
Installs, maintains, repairs and tests electrical equipment for the generation, distribution, or utilization of electric energy throughout our clients' facilities.
Essential Responsibilities
Trouble shoot and repair electrical systems and equipment.
Plan and lay out work projects from wiring diagrams, schematics, sketches, blueprints and/or verbal instructions.
Select the correct materials to complete work assignments.
Establish test procedures related to lead requirements of wiring or electrical equipment.
Maintain electrician's tools and equipment in good working order.
Be cross trained in all trades.
Work in a rotating on‑call schedule.
Technical Requirements
Possess a valid Electrician License or be in the process of obtaining licensure.
Coordinate and execute repairs on all indoor and outdoor electrical systems.
Perform maintenance repair and troubleshooting for electrical systems and apparatus.
Coordinate and execute preventive maintenance inspections and repairs in all facilities.
Repair power to all Main Power Distribution Systems and Panel Boards.
Repair outdoor facility lighting including signs, parking areas and security lighting.
Respond to emergency power failures and emergency backup systems.
Monitor and test various electrical systems.
Repair electrical systems for chillers, HVAC, pumps, generators, etc.
Repair online voltage of equipment including freezers, refrigerators, computer stations, cubicles, booster heaters, disposals, heat pumps and others.
Repair line voltage for all HVAC systems.
Understand state and local building codes, and know OSHA, Environmental Protection Agency, and other electrical regulations.
Heavy lifting over 50 pounds, climbing ladders, enclosed spaces, etc.
Perform other job‑related duties as assigned.
Additional Responsibilities
Monitor and record average readings at each facility’s main electrical switchgear.
Troubleshoot blown circuit breakers and fuses.
Adhere to established electrical work order preventive maintenance schedules.
Replace lamps and ballast as required.
Perform other facility‑related tasks as required.
Key Competencies
Familiar with all areas of the national electrical code.
Good communication skills.
Capable of analyzing and solving problems with various electrical controls and systems.
Work Environment
This job operates in a professional office environment. This role routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, phones, photocopiers, filing cabinets and fax machines. Regularly required to travel outside between properties in varying weather conditions.
Physical Demands
Must have the ability frequently lift a minimum of 50 lbs of equipment (pumps, tools, ladders) and safely install rigging/lifting devices.
Regularly required to crouch and reach to install/move equipment by bending forward at the waist or by bending legs and spine.
Involves movement between departments, floors, and properties to facilitate work.
AAP/EEO Statement
C&W provides equal employment opportunity to all individuals regardless of their race, color, creed, religion, gender, age, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by state, federal, or local law. Further, the company takes affirmative action to ensure that applicants are employed and employees during employment are treated without regard to any of these characteristics. Discrimination of any type will not be tolerated.
Cushman & Wakefield also provides eligible employees with an opportunity to enroll in a variety of benefit programs, generally including health, vision, and dental insurance, flexible spending accounts, health savings accounts, retirement savings plans, life, and disability insurance programs, and paid and unpaid time away from work. In addition to a comprehensive benefits package, Cushman and Wakefield provide eligible employees with competitive pay, which may vary depending on eligibility factors such as geographic location, date of hire, total hours worked, job type, business line, and applicability of collective bargaining agreements. The compensation that will be offered to the successful candidate will depend on factors such as whether the position is covered by a collective bargaining agreement, the geographic area in which the work will be performed, market pay rates in that area, and the candidate's experience and qualifications. The company will not pay less than minimum wage for this role. The compensation for the position is: $40.86 - $48.07
In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act Amendments Act (ADAAA), if you have a disability and would like to request an accommodation in order to apply for a position at Cushman & Wakefield, please call the ADA line at
1-888-365-5406
or email. Please refer to the job title and job location when you contact us.
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