Senior Electrician - San Angelo, United States - Angelo State University

Description

Job Title Senior Electrician Position Number Department Facilities Management Salary $45,500 Job Summary/Description

Under general supervision of a licensed electrician, assist in repairing electrical systems and devices related to facility maintenance work of moderate difficulty.

Typical Duties/Job Duties

• Reads work orders or receives instructions from supervisor/licensed electrician concerning assignments or projects; plans and organizes tasks to ensure completion of project in an efficient and timely manner.
• Performs preventative maintenance on electrical equipment as directed.
• Assist licensed electricians on staff in replacing faulty light switches, electrical outlets, fire alarm devices, detectors, and electrical appliance motors; installs and repairs a variety of kitchen equipment and appliances; installs power distribution systems, such as raceways, conduits, and bus ways.
• Communicates in a professional, service-oriented manner with staff, faculty, and others contacted in the course of work.
• Locates inoperative lighting and determines type of lamp or bulb needed; uses ladder or lift equipment, if necessary, to reach and repair light fixtures; replaces fluorescent, HID, mercury-vapor, and incandescent lamps, as required.
• Troubleshoots, programs, and repairs electrical circuits such as lighting, electrical outlets and master clock controls and other similar devices.
• Utilizes test equipment such as multi-meter to determine the presence of electrical power and proper grounding; utilizes hand tools such as screwdrivers, drills, and saws.
• Replaces fuses, photoelectric cells, timers, and ballasts, as needed; replaces faulty wiring in electrical systems.
• Repairs light fixtures, switches, and electrical outlets, following manufacturer instructions and NEC code requirements.
• Performs after hour, holiday and weekend calls on a rotating schedule and makes repairs as needed in the event of emergencies or to accommodate university schedules.
• At the direction of the departmental supervisor performs regular light checks at night.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Knowledge of basic electrical maintenance practices and procedures;
• Knowledge of electricity and the hazards associated with this trade;
• Knowledge of the use of common hand tools such as screwdrivers, drills, and saws;
• Knowledge of basic test equipment used in this position;
• Knowledge of the occupational hazards and safety precautions of the building maintenance occupation;
• Knowledge of applicable University policies and procedures;
• Ability to troubleshoot and repair electrical devices and systems;
• Ability to perform basic electrical and related building maintenance work in a variety of climatic conditions;
• Ability to follow written and verbal instructions and complete work as assigned;
• Ability to read, understand and utilize installation and maintenance instructions;
• Ability to utilize ladders and lifts and work up to 50 feet above ground.

Minimum Qualifications

Completion of a recognized electrician apprenticeship or trade/vocational school program or have a minimum of three years of on the job experience under a licensed electrician.

State of Texas electrician license is NOT required however the university will support efforts by the employee to obtain a license.

Contingent upon university resources.

Must have a valid Texas driver's license and have a driving record acceptable to the University's insurance company.

Candidate must pass a pre-employment physical.

Must pass a background check.

Preferred Qualifications Physical Requirements

Requires sitting, standing, walking, bending over, stooping, twisting, talking, hearing, climbing ladders, using stairs, reaching overhead, crouching, kneeling or crawling.

Pushing or pulling 10-50 pounds, lifting 10-80 pounds, carrying 10-50 pounds, repetitive use of arms and legs, driving, balancing, manual dexterity-fine manipulation or grasping.

EEO Statement

Angelo State University is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to promoting and ensuring equal employment opportunity for all individuals without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, sexual orientation, disability, or veteran status.

In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), Angelo State University is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to ensure equal access to employment opportunities for qualified individuals with disabilities.

We are committed to ensuring that a qualified individual with a disability has the same rights and privileges in employment as non-disabled employees.

If an accommodation is requested for the job application process, please contact our office at or email us at

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Posting Detail Information

Posting Number S743P Open Date 09/18/2023 Close Date Desired Start Date 10/02/2023 Review Start Date Open Until Filled Yes Special Instructions to Applicants Required Number of References