Location: Bowling Green, KY Category: Staff Posted On: Fri Sep 16 2022 Job Description:

Purpose of Position

Under general supervision of the Area Supervisor, the Electrician works in a multi-functional team made up of plumbers, electricians, and other skilled maintenance team members to provide complete maintenance to a group of buildings across campus. A person participating in this dynamic team environment performs skilled electrical work in the installation, alteration, maintenance and repair of electrical systems, equipment and fixtures. In addition, as a part of the area team, the electrician may also be called upon to assist the team in performing other general maintenance functions. These duties are normally performed on 1st shift; however, weekend or other alternative shifts may be required.

Primary Duties and Responsibilities

The following duties are customary for this position, but are not to be construed as all-inclusive. Duties may be added, deleted and assigned based on management discretion and institutional needs.

• Performs electrical work in installing, maintaining, altering and repairing wiring, power appliances, light machinery and electrical circuits

• Installs new electrical circuits by connecting wires to circuit breakers, transformers or other components

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

• Test electrical systems or continuity of circuits in electrical wiring, equipment or fixtures using testing devices such as ohmmeters, voltmeters or oscilloscopes to ensure compatibility and safety of systems

• Installs, maintains and repairs electric motors, generators and related complex electrical and mechanical equipment

• Installs electrical fixtures and appliances in newly constructed or remodeled buildings

• Properly bends and installs all types of electrical conduit

• Repair motors and electrical systems on the university farms

• Inspect electrical systems, equipment or components to identify hazards, defects or the need for adjustment or repair and to ensure compliance with codes

• Locates and corrects power failures, short circuits and other electrical faults

• Performs electrical work on lighting timers, and photoelectric controls

• Installs, repairs, and or replaces panel boards & overcurrent devices

• Make emergency repairs to elevators, generators and other electrical apparatus, appliances and equipment. (Must be available for emergency call-in per university call-in procedures)

• Replaces florescent and HID ballasts

• Installs underground cables

• Replaces incandescent, fluorescent, and HID lamps

• Marks underground utilities for contractors (operates locating equipment)

• Provide cost estimates for assigned work

• Willing and able to perform work from bucket trucks and other lift devices, as well as, climb light poles with appropriate safety equipment to perform electrical maintenance functions

• May act as team leader for area maintenance electricians/technicians

• Promotes safe work practices within team and across campus

• Operates University vehicles

Secondary Duties and Responsibilities

• Maintains excellent communication/customer service with Building Coordinators and all other DFM team members

• Communicates bi-laterally with other DFM team members to coordinate work activities between groups

• Assists area team with other general maintenance functions as needed

• Performs other duties as assigned by management

Knowledge and Skills Essential for Success

• Mechanical & operational knowledge of all machines & tools related to the electrical field

• Ability to diagnose malfunctioning systems, apparatus or components using test equipment and hand tools to locate the cause of a breakdown and correct the problem

• Skill to repair machines or systems using the needed tools

• Ability to provide on-the-job training/coaching to other electricians and area technicians in your field of expertise

• Basic computer skills to access/send emails and perform data entry into the maintenance work order system

• Ability to read blueprints

• Ability to monitor and assess performance of yourself to make improvements or take corrective action

• Must be familiar with and have experience in the use of radio protocol

• Ability to work effectively in a service-oriented environment subject to frequently changing priorities.

• Must be able to comply with all requirements of the N.E.C. & NFPA-70E

• Must be able to work around high voltage and properly use all appropriate Personal Protective Equipment

• Must work rotational "on-call" work assignments as assigned by management

• Possess basic computer skills, familiar with web/internet navigation, and willingness to learn and utilize new technology based products as applicable

• Adhere to all University policies and regulations

Physical Abilities

• Must be able to work indoors and outdoors in all types of weather

• Must be able to perform strenuous physical labor, which includes heavy lifting, carrying up to 50 lbs.

• Ability to bend, crawl, reach, kneel, climb ladders & scaffolding, and able to navigate tight spaces, as well as working in hot, noisy mechanical rooms

• Installation skills for installing equipment, machines, wiring, or programs to meet specifications

• Skill to perform routine maintenance on equipment and determine when and what kind of maintenance is needed

• Must be able to wear protective eye wear, gloves, and ear wear during work times for one's safety as the task dictates

  Job Requirements:

• High School Diploma or GED equivalency

• Must possess and maintain a current Kentucky Journeyman or Master Electricians License and be familiar with local electrical codes

• At least three years of experience in electrical repair work

• Must possess and maintain a valid driver's license

• Ability to operate from man-lifts

  Additional Information:

Salary Range: $20.00-$23.00/hr

Kentucky state law requires all public institutions of postsecondary education to conduct pre-employment criminal background checks to determine suitability for employment.

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