Electrician

The 900+ positions of the Facilities Division service the students and staff of the University's teaching, research/administrative space and 2,240 acres of infrastructure. The Facilities Division provides design and building services, maintenance, custodial, landscape, solid waste removal, utility, mail, and motor pool services 24 hours a day, 365 days a year. The goal is to deliver cost effective services to the University, ensure completed projects and maintenance that conform to codes and regulations, while minimizing University liabilities and disruptions caused by the maintenance, repair, building, and equipment modifications to the University.

Essential Job Duties

Demonstrate, through work a depth of knowledge and skills for electrical installation, maintenance, alteration, and repair of secondary electrical systems (voltage 550v and below) and equipment. Must be able to communicate effectively verbally with supervisors and the general public and understand verbal and written instructions and other communications regarding work assignments and other matters.

Diagnose/troubleshoot/repair boilers, fan turbines, pumps, condensate receivers, steam lines, expansion joints, strainers, pressure reducing stations; piping insulation air compressors, water softeners and other equipment for generating/controlling steam which requires pipe fitting and other skills.

Other Responsibilities

Must participate in quarterly on-call program, carrying a pager for one week at a time, this occurs every ten to fourteen weeks. Must be able to work overtime and/or alternate shifts when necessary for emergencies and unforeseen circumstances.

Qualifications

Minimum Experience/Education

High school diploma or equivalency; or demonstrated possession of the competencies necessary to perform the work. Some positions may require special licenses or certification(s).

Optional Guidelines: Experience in the trade(s) areas related to the area of assignment may be substituted on a year-for-year basis.

Other Required Qualifications

• Demonstrate through work a depth of knowledge and skills for electrical installation, maintenance, alteration, and repair of secondary electrical systems (voltage 550v and below) and equipment.

• Must be able to communicate effectively verbally with supervisors and the general public and understand verbal and written instructions and other communications regarding work assignments and other matters.

• Diagnose/troubleshoot/repair boilers, fan turbines, pumps, condensate receivers, steam lines, expansion joints, strainers, pressure reducing stations, piping insulation air compressors, water softeners and other equipment for generating/controlling steam which requires pipe fitting and other skills.

• Must be able to lift up to 90 pounds occasionally, with or without reasonable accommodations.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in the trades areas of electrical, HVAC, and plumbing.

Required License or Certification

• Valid driver's license required.
• NC driver's license required within 60 days of hire.

Valid NC Driver's License required Yes Commercial Driver's License Required? No