Electrician

Posting Details

Posting Details

Requisition Number S2767 Position Number 999482 Position Classification Title Facility Maintenance Technician

• Mechanical Trades Functional Title Electrician Position Type Staff University Information

Located in North Carolina's third largest city, UNC Greensboro is among the most diverse, learner-centered public research universities in the state, with nearly 18,000 students in eight colleges and schools pursuing more than 150 areas of undergraduate and over 200 areas of graduate study. UNCG continues to be recognized nationally for academic excellence, access, and affordability. UNCG is ranked No. 1 most affordable institution in North Carolina for net cost by the N.Y. Times and No. 1 in North Carolina for social mobility by The Wall Street Journal - helping first-generation and lower-income students find paths to prosperity. Designated an Innovation and Economic Prosperity University by the Association of Public and Land-grant Universities, UNCG is a community-engaged research institution with a portfolio of more than $67M in research and creative activity. The University's 1,100 faculty and 1,700 staff help create an annual economic impact for the Piedmont Triad region in excess of $1B.

Primary Purpose of the Organizational Unit

Housing and Residence Life provides a safe, inclusive, and secure residential communities where a diverse and innovative team of professionals encourage students to pursue academic excellence, personal growth, civic leadership, and responsibility. Efficient and effective programs and services are provided by competently trained and reliable department teams in affordable, clean, comfortable, and sound facilities equipped with current technologies. Our diverse residence hall environments promote learning and personal growth through programs that enable students to acknowledge and appreciate diversity through open dialogue, establish a personal sense of interdependence, and prepare them for service as members of the global community. UNCG Housing & Residence Life is committed to following sustainable principles and is rated a Green Office at the 3.0 level.

Position Summary

Re-Post, Previous Applicants Need Not Re-Apply, Still Under Consideration

Under general supervision, perform journey-level work in the installation, maintenance, inspection, modification, remodel, and repair of mechanical electrical equipment and fixtures; and perform all other related work as required. This position is required to maintain, troubleshoot, repair, and/or replace and test electrical systems; assemble, install, and repair wiring, equipment, appliances, apparatus, fixtures, etc. using hand tools and power tools. Inspect completed work for conformance with specifications, requirements, and compliance with applicable building and safety codes and regulations; inspect related work performed by contractors; estimate cost, time, and materials for electrical projects; participate in the maintenance and operations of an electrical shop; clean, maintain and service tools and equipment used in the performance of duties.

Minimum Qualifications

HIGH SCHOOL DIPLOMA OR EQUIVALENCY; OR DEMONSTRATED POSSESSION OF THE COMPETENCIES NECESSARY TO PERFORM THE WORK. SOME POSITIONS MAY REQUIRE SPECIAL LICENSES OR CERTIFICATION. OPTIONAL GUIDELINES: EXPERIENCE IN THE TRADE AREA RELATED TO THE AREA OF ASSIGNMENT MAY BE SUBSTITUTED ON A YEAR-FOR-YEAR BASIS.

Additional Required Certifications, Licensures, and Certificates Preferred Qualifications

• State Electrical License

Alternate Option

If no applicants apply who meet the required competency level and training & experience requirements, then management may consider other applicants. Salary would be determined based on competencies, equity, budget, and market considerations.

Special Instructions to Applicants

Applicants are required to upload a list of at least three (3) professional references that includes:

• Name,

• Company Name,

• Type of reference (Professional, Supervisor, Colleague, Academic, or Personal). One (1) of those references will need to be a current or previous supervisor.

• Email Address

• Contact Phone Number

Recruitment Range $49,485 - $51,349 Org #-Department Housing and Residence Life

• 44502 Work Hours of Position Monday

• Friday 7:30 am

• 4:30 pm Number of Months per Year 12 Posting Requirements Job Family Career Banded Title Facility Maintenance Technician

• Mechanical Trades Open Date 04/08/2024 Close Date 05/24/2024 FTE 1.000 FLSA Non-Exempt If other, please indicate If time-limited, please specify end date for appointment. Salary Grade Equivalency

Key Responsibilities

Key Responsibility

Maintains, repairs and installs electrical and electronic wiring and related fixtures and components

Essential Tasks

• Complete and document work requests in a timely manner.

• Review work orders assigned and prioritize work.

• Performs routine tasks, and checks work for accuracy before completion of tasks.

• This position is required to maintain, troubleshoot, repair, and/or replace and test electrical systems. Review, plans, layout, and installation of electrical and electronic wiring, equipment, and fixtures, based on job specifications and local codes.

• Make recommendations and comments relevant to current trends and potential energy savings.

• Provide preliminary cost estimates for materials and services for facilities renovation projects and new construction.

• Perform duties such as maintaining records, and files, preparing reports, and ordering supplies and equipment for routine facilities maintenance.

Key Responsibility

Provide a safe, secure and comfortable environment

Essential Tasks

• Perform tasks with the proper use of personal protection equipment; diagnose malfunctioning systems, apparatus, and components, using test equipment and hand tools to provide viable repairs and or solutions.

• Make recommendations and advise management of potential safety hazards. Inspect systems, equipment, and components to identify hazards, defects, and the need for adjustment or repair, and to ensure compliance with national, state, and local codes and requirements.

• Test systems, equipment, and fixtures, using test devices to ensure compatibility and safety of the system.

Key Responsibility

Provide customer service to students and staff

Essential Tasks

• Develops and maintains strong relationships with students, staff, faculty, contractors, and other campus partners by listening understanding, and responding to identified needs.

• Interacts with customers clearly and concisely to convey information.

• Responds to various work orders involving electrical systems in the residence halls as well as other systems including but not limited to plumbing, HVAC, mechanical, carpentry, etc.

• Staff will be courteous at all times.

Key Responsibility

Works cooperatively with other trades

Essential Tasks

• Schedule repairs to provide the least interruption in occupied areas.

• Consult with the customer about their service needs and analyze what potential problems occur.

• Demonstrate a thorough knowledge of all aspects of departmental operation.

• Demonstrate and promote good listening skills in order to communicate clearly and effectively with customers.

• Promote an environment of teamwork to accomplish goals and objectives.

• Possesses the ability to effectively communicate verbally, written, and electronically.

• Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out detailed written or oral instructions in order to solve problems.

• Ability to make decisions and work without immediate supervision.

Competency

Competency Knowledge-Technical Competency Description

• Ability to perform a variety of recurring and non-recurring tasks/functions.

• These tasks/functions may involve related or varying processes to test, renovate, overhaul, replace, and perform preventive maintenance on standard mechanical systems.

• Ability to provide technical assistance to others by troubleshooting standard facilities maintenance issues and determining their cause.

• Ability to mentor other technicians.

Competency Level Journey Competency Coordination

• Work Competency Description

• Ability to determine projects/assignments by breaking them down into tasks.

• Ability to set objectives and prioritize activities and tasks; ability to adjust priorities when appropriate.

• Ability to take advantage of available resources (personnel, processes, departments, and tools) to complete work efficiently.

• Ability to anticipate obstacles/roadblocks and prepare alternative plans to ensure timely task accomplishment.

• Ability to use time effectively and not let distractions interfere with the completion of the job/project.

Competency Level Journey Competency Problem Solving Competency Description

• Ability to identify facilities-related maintenance problems that require in-depth analysis, and identify options for solving those problems.

• Ability to solve unusual facility maintenance problems that require the application of journey-level trades knowledge and determine the most effective and efficient course of action.

• Ability to gather and analyze/interpret information to better understand the nature of the problem.

• May seek input from subordinates, peers, and/or managers in the decision-making process in order to solve the problem.

• Ability to evaluate options and choose appropriate action by considering potential outcomes.

• Ability to make sure that the problem is appropriately addressed.

Competency Level Journey Competency Attention to Detail Competency Description

• Ability to ensure all work meets and/or exceeds applicable codes and standards.

• Ability to check and re-check work prior to, during, and after completion.

• Ability to ensure that all parts of a project/task are completed. Ability to use appropriate record-keeping methods.

Competency Level Journey Competency Client/Customer Service Competency Description

• Ability to identify options, develop solutions, and take action when responding to customer requests.

• Ability to satisfy individual customer requests while balancing multiple priorities.

• Ability to assess or check with customers to ensure the solution meets requests.

• Ability to develop effective working relationships with internal/external customers (vendors, subcontractors, etc.) that further the work unit's goals.

• Ability to review customer requests and seek clarification as needed.

Competency Level Journey Competency Communication Competency Description

• Ability to clarify the purpose and importance of directives, instructions, and messages; ability to present information in a clear and concise manner.

• Ability to seek input, listen, and check for mutual understanding; ability to ask for and provide clarification as needed.

• Ability to explain the purpose and procedures of facilities maintenance projects in language easily understood by the customer.

Competency Level Journey Competency Safety and Health Compliance Competency Description

• Ability to identify and resolve potential safety problems and unsafe work practices.

• Ability to demonstrate to employees and others, safe ways to perform job tasks or the use of equipment.

• Ability to inform supervisor of unusual safety concerns and make recommendations for resolution.

• Ability to determine appropriate protective equipment based on established standards.

• Ability to regularly assess site and shop operations for safety.

Competency Level Journey

ADA Checklist

ADA Checklist

"R" for Rare (0-30%), "O" for Occasional (30-60%), "F" for Frequent (60-90%), "C" for Constant (90-100%)

Physical Effort Hand Movement-Repetitive Motions

• F, Holding

• F, Finger Dexterity

• F, Vision-Skilled Trades

• C, Reading

• F, Writing

• F, Eye-hand coordination

• F, Vision-Color Distinction

• F, Vision-Visual inspection

• F, Standing

• F, Walking

• F, Lifting-30-60 lbs.

• F, Pushing/Pulling

• F, Climbing-Stairs

• F, Climbing-Ladders

• F, Bending

• F, Squatting

• F, Crawling

• O, Reaching

• F Work Environment Driving

• Car/Truck

• F, Location

• Roof

• O, Equipment/Machines

• Roofs

• O, Equipment/Machines

• Ladders

• O, Inside

• F, Outside

• O, Exposure to potential Hazardous Conditions

• R, Electrical Hazards

• O, Overtime

• O, Others…

• On Call/Call Backs

Applicant Documents

Required Documents

• Resume/CV
• List of References

Optional Documents

• Cover Letter

Posting Specific Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

• Please indicate how you learned of this vacant position for which you are applying:

• CAA

• NCAA Arts

• ICFAD

• SECCAC

• Arts Council of the African Studies Association

• Professional Job Board

• InsideHigherEd

• Social Media

• Networking

• UNCGjobsearch website

• Other

• If you selected "Other", please provide the name of the resource here.

(Open Ended Question)

• Are you eligible to work in the United States without sponsorship?

• Yes

• No