FT Electrician - Senior Technician Sierra Vista Campus

Position Summary

Position Summary:The Electrician - Senior Technician is responsible for the installation, repair and maintenance of electricallypoweredsystemsandequipment,includingdistribution,controlandemergencypowersystems. Responsiblefortheinspecting,planning,programmingandimplementingofthepreventativemaintenance electrical program.

Essential Functions:As defined under the Americans with Disabilities Act, may include any of the following tasks, knowledge, skills, and other characteristics. This list is ILLUSTRATIVE ONLY, and is not a comprehensive listing of all functions and tasks performed by incumbents of this class.

Note: Cochise College requires a post offer, pre-employment background screening of all employees.

This position is open until filled, with applications reviewed upon receipt. The job posting may close at any time.

Marketing Statement:

Cochise College serves the residents of Cochise County from two campuses and four centers throughout Southern Arizona with panoramic views of five different mountain ranges. The college has been recognized nationally for its cost, return on investment, and high success rate; providing over 90 general and technical education programs leading to a variety of workforce certificates and associate degrees. The college is accredited by the Higher Learning Commission and is a designated Hispanic-Serving Institution (HSI).

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Duties and Responsibilities

Duties and Responsibilities:Withinthescopeofcollegepoliciesandprocedures,thisposition:

Installs, maintains and repairs wiring, motors, transformers, generators, control circuits, lighting, appliances and other electrical systems; troubleshoots electrical issues using appropriate testing devices and hand tools; studies plans, drawings, specifications and work orders to determine work requirement and sequence of repairs and/or installations; takes appropriate electrical safety precautions and follows National Electric Code, as well as state and local building regulations

Develops, coordinates, establishes and executes an electrical preventative maintenance and corrective action program to ensure operational reliability of electrical equipment, distribution and control systems; evaluates efficiency of electrical components and systems and makes recommendation for operational and hardware changes; maintains appropriate stock inventory levels; standardizes products and hardware to ensure ready supply of materials, supplies and equipment

Oversees and maintains electrical services to assure safety and functionality; coordinates with supervisors and other department employees to ensure availability of facilities, and/or minimize disruption, during maintenance and repair activities; assists with assessing electrical loading needs for specific applications, various operational environments, as well as renovation and improvement projects; makes recommendations to address power supply shortfalls; receives notification of power issues, locates and determine causes of malfunctions or outages

Provides electrical support services for HVAC-R equipment and appliances, fire alarm and riser systems, surveillance and access control systems, irrigation control and grounds equipment, potable water and chlorination systems, computer and networking equipment; assists with electrical design and installation of electrical/data drops, cables, receptacles, switches and other related devices

Provides electrical support services for HVAC-R equipment and appliances, fire alarm and riser systems, surveillance and access control systems, irrigation control and grounds equipment, potable water and chlorination systems, computer and networking equipment; assists with electrical design and installation of electrical/data drops, cables, receptacles, switches and other related devices

Oversees and maintains emergency backup power systems to assure uninterrupted access and operation of telecommunication and data management systems, lighting, well and potable water systems, and network equipment and servers

Reviews construction, renovation and improvement project drawings for accuracy and scope of work, and recommends changes, as needed; determines necessary equipment, materials estimate, and work schedule ensuring timely completion and quality work; obtains quotes and development of bid specifications for capital projects

Oversees monitoring of contractor tradesman and vendors for performance and/or products used engage contractual services and monitor work in progress to ensure compliance with quality expectations and completion schedules

Responds to emergency calls, tasks and work orders, as assigned by supervisor

General Expectations:Employees are expected to accomplish assigned duties in an efficient, effective and competent manner, and to strive for improvement and excellence in all work performed. Additionally, employees must understand the comprehensive role of the community college, and cooperate and work harmoniously with students, faculty, staff, and the public. Employees will follow all college policies, rules, regulations and guidelines as they relate to this position.

Education and Experience; Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

Education and Experience Requirements:

Associate's degree from an institution accredited by an institutional accrediting body of higher education recognized by the US Department of Education

Possesses an electrical certification related to the trade completed in an accredited Electrician School or workplace apprentice to Journeyman program

Valid Arizona drivers' license and ability to obtain clearance to drive under the college's insurance policy

Anequivalentcombinationofcertification,educationand/orexperiencefromwhichcomparable knowledge, skills and abilities have been achieved may be considered

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

Knowledgeofandabilitytofollowcollegepoliciesandprocedures

Knowledge of practices and procedures of the methods, materials and tools used in the electrical trade Knowledgeofcommercialbuildingtradeskills,includingbutnotlimitedto,plumbing,carpentryand HVAC-R

Knowledgeofpreventativemaintenanceprogramsandcomputerizedmaintenancemanagementsoftware Skilled in maintenance and repair of low and high voltage electrical systems and equipment

Skilledinreadingconstructiondrawingsandelectricalschematics

Abilitytofollowwrittenandoralinstructionsandtoworkfromplansandspecificationsusingmethodsand practices followed in the maintenance of tools, machinery, and equipment

Abilitytoanalyzeproblems,identifysolutions,and takeappropriateactionsto resolveproblemsusing independent judgment and decision-making processes

Abilitytoworkindependentlywhilecontributingtoateamenvironment

Abilitytoorganize,prioritize,andfollowmultipletasksthroughtocompletion with an attention to detail

Abilitytousesafetyprecautionsinthemaintenanceandinstallationofelectronicsandmechanical equipment

Abilitytocommunicateeffectively,verballyandinwriting,andtorelatetoothersinaprofessional,helpful manner

Ability to relate to a diverse population and to maintain composure when faced with difficult situations

Work Environment & Physical Requirements

Work Environment:Work is primarily performed under limited supervision and may require working early morning shifts in a variety of climatic conditions. Work may result in exposure to potentially hazardous chemicals that could include, but are not limited to, cleaning agents, sanitizers, fertilizers, pesticides, and herbicides. Work may involve travel, early morning, evening, and weekend work.

PhysicalRequirements:Essentialfunctionsofthispositionrequire:manualdexterity,fineandlargemotor skills, ability to communicate, lifting, kneeling, squatting, climbing, crawling, stooping, turning/twisting, balancing, reaching and handling with varying frequencies.

Heavy work: Occasional lifting and carrying objects up to 75 pounds, Frequent lifting and carrying, pushing, or pulling objects weighing up to 50 pounds; and/or continuous lifting, carrying, pushing, or pulling 10-20 pounds.

MentalApplication:Utilizesmemoryfordetails,verbalinstructions,emotionalstability,criticalthinking, adaptability and creative problem-solving skills are important

Reportsto:Assistant Director of Facilities