Electrical - Maintenance Mechanic

The position is on 1st shift which is from 6:00 am to 2:00 pm. The schedule will be Tuesday through Saturday (with Sunday and Monday off).

Compensation:

• Maximum - Based on experience
• Minimum - $23.76

What You'll Do:

• Assist with routine maintenance, troubleshooting, and repairs on electrical systems in landside areas (e.g. terminal buildings).

• 3 Phase; 4,160 volts, 480/277 volt and 208/120 electrical systems

• A variety of pumps, from 1 hp to 100 hp throughout the airport

• All the lighting throughout RDUAA campus. Including fluorescent and HID using ladders and aerial lifts bucket trucks, and scaffolding

• Checks operation. performs preventive maintenance, and repairs to automatic sliding door systems and UPS systems

• Repair or replace wiring, equipment, and fixtures using hand tools and power tools.

• Ensure proper functioning of lighting systems, signage, power supply systems, and electrical infrastructure.

• Install new electrical equipment or systems, including lighting, power outlets, circuit breakers, transformers, and more.

• Conduct safety inspections of landside electrical systems to identify hazards, defects, or the need for adjustment or repair.

• Maintain accurate records of electrical system maintenance, inspections, and repairs.

• Coordinate with contractors and vendors for specialized electrical work, including large-scale repairs or new system installations.

• Inspect and maintain emergency power systems, including backup generators and uninterruptible power supplies (UPS) to ensure they function properly during power outages.

• Checks operation, performs preventative maintenance, and assists with repairs for:

• Emergency power generators, automatic transfer switches, generator paralleling switchgear and distribution system

• Electrical switchgear, transformers, bus duct, motor control centers, and variable frequency drives

• Test emergency systems periodically to confirm operational readiness.

• Respond to electrical emergencies in landside operations, ensuring minimal disruption to airport operations.

• Assist with routine maintenance, troubleshooting, and repairs on electrical systems in landside areas (e.g. terminal buildings).

What You Need:

Education:

Required:

• High School diploma or equivalent

Preferred:

• Associate degree or Apprentice Program

Experience:

Required:

• 2 or more years of experience in the Electrical trade

Preferred:

• 4 or more years of experience in the Electrical trade

Licenses or Certifications:

Required:

• Valid NC Driver's License
• CDL class B License (or ability to obtain within 9 months)

Preferred

• NC Registered Journeyman's Certificate

RDU Benefits:

At the Authority, we appreciate you and care about your health, happiness, and future. Our benefits start on day one, including medical, dental, vision, tuition assistance, employee discounts, and perks like an on-site gym, a dedicated wellness team, and frequent company and team outings. For a full list of benefit offerings, check out the RDU.com Careers Page

A detailed job description will be provided during the interview process.