Wiring and Fixtures Technician

Bernalillo County is seeking a skilled Electrical Systems Specialist to join our team. As an Electrical Systems Specialist, you will be responsible for planning, installing, and repairing electrical systems and fixtures in our facilities.

• Plan and design new or modified electrical installations to meet standard specifications and local electrical codes.
• Prepare detailed sketches and diagrams to ensure electrical installations and removals are consistent with the Uniform Electrical Code.
• Measure, cut, bend, thread, assemble, and install electrical conduits using proper hand or power tools.
• Connect wiring from electrical fixtures to the main source and test continuity of circuits to ensure electrical compatibility and safety.
• Examine and repair faulty electrical systems or equipment.
• Determine the amount of work and material required for each assignment and submit project schedules as needed.
• Inform the department head of any complications, changes, or adjustments on work assignments.

• High school diploma or GED, plus five (5) years of experience working in electrical systems and fixtures.
• Journeyman electrical license from the State of New Mexico required.
• Knowledge of accepted principles and practices of electrical systems, electricity, and electrical equipment.
• Ability to exercise judgment, evaluate problem areas, and use initiative to reach solutions.
• Ability to communicate well with others and carry out safety rules and policies established by the department.
• Ability to communicate in both oral and written English.

• Duties are performed indoors and outdoors, with exposure to natural weather conditions.
• Work hazards or potential work hazards include exposure to high voltage, adverse weather conditions, and other mechanical hazards.
• Worker is exposed to snow, wind, possible lightning, and extreme cold and heat.
• Work may include those of a correctional facility environment with exposure to noise and dangerous situations that could involve serious bodily injury and other health hazards.

• Employee handles writing utensils, various paperwork, files, and reports in the documentation of work.
• Employee operates a County vehicle.
• Employee utilizes various hand tools, voltmeter, ohmmeter, and other test instruments.
• Employee handles ladders, scaffolds, drills, hand tools, pipe benders, saws, fish tape, and fuse pullers.
• Employee operates two-way radio, utilizes beeper, and safety equipment, including glasses, safety shoes, hard hats, back support belts, vests, fire extinguishers, first aid kits, and electrical gloves.