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Electrician

Employer
Colby College
Location
Maine, United States
Salary
Salary Not Specified
Date posted
Oct 13, 2020

Job Details

Job Description
Department:
Mechanical and Electrical Services
Pay Rate Type:
Hourly
Employee Type:
Job Summary:The electrician will construct, maintain, and repair electrical systems common to college campuses. Systems include primary and secondary power, fire alarm, energy management, telephone/data, card access, lighting controls, power plant wiring, and increasingly complicated control systems. The electrician is responsible for answering and solving customer issues, work orders, and after hours calls. We encourage inquiries from candidates who will contribute to the diversity of our College, including its cultural and ethnic diversity.

Electrician

Facilities Services

Full-Time, Non-Exempt, Hourly, Support Staff Appointment

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS AND RESPONSIBILITIES :

  • Construct, maintain, and repair electrical systems as found in commercial and institutional buildings, residence halls, classrooms, and administrative buildings
  • Work on high voltage primary electrical systems and secondary power systems including primary switch gear and motor starters
  • Maintain and repair low voltage systems such as fire/security, energy management systems, card access systems, and fume hoods
  • Work with highly technical electrical, electronic, and control systems found in the central heating plant, scientific laboratories, and automated building systems
  • Locate and identify underground utilities including water mains, electrical lines, phone/fiber lines, and sewer lines
  • Respond to emergency calls at all hours to correct electrical problems on a rotating call in list
  • Complete work safely in accordance with local, state, and federal regulations
  • Assist the project management team with specifying technical equipment and performance standards during planning and design of new buildings or the renovation of existing ones, including external infrastructure considerations
  • Perform electrical inspections as assigned and replace lamps as necessary
  • Maintain elevators and related power systems
  • Effectively operate all power tools and equipment currently used in the electrical shop
  • Report major malfunctions immediately to the supervisor
  • Complete work in a prompt, neat, and professional manner that displays common sense, planning, and thoughtfulness
  • Work in a positive, cooperative manner with other department personnel and the campus community
  • Participate in training programs
  • Perform additional duties as assigned; duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice


QUALIFICATIONS :

  • High school diploma or equivalent required; professional coursework or post-secondary education are a plus
  • State of Maine Electrician’s License preferred
  • Ability to work with computers and Microsoft Office programs required
  • Experience working with electrical and control systems found in a heating/power plant required
  • Must have experience installing, repairing, and troubleshooting control systems and electrical systems found on college campuses including systems found in institutional buildings, power plants, and commercial kitchens
  • Proficiency with construction, maintenance, and repair of primary (12,470V) and secondary (120V, 208/240V, 277V and 480V) electrical systems preferred
  • Knowledge/experience with energy efficient systems and sustainable building practices desired
  • Capable of working on and troubleshooting low voltage systems like fire alarm, card access, and energy management systems
  • Experience with elevator controls and power systems associated desired
  • Ability to operate all power tools and equipment currently used in the electrical shop
  • Excellent interpersonal, communication, and organizational skills with a high level of motivation
  • Must be able to work independently, exercise judgment, and manage projects with minimal supervision as well as to adjust as new projects are assigned
  • Ability to make an impact through work as a member of a team and diverse community
  • Valid driver’s license required and must meet the College’s Fleet Safety Policy requirements


KEY RELATIONSHIPS :

The electrician reports to the supervisor of mechanical and electrical services and interacts regularly with faculty, staff, students, and visitors.

WORKING CONDITIONS/PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS :

The work environment characteristics described herein are representative of those encountered while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to perform the essential functions.

Position hours are Monday to Friday, 7 a.m. to 3:30 p.m., with overtime as necessary to support operations. General indoor and outdoor campus environment. Position involves frequent movement, must be able to walk, bend, stoop, and lift up to 50 lbs. Driving of College vehicles required. Computer and tool usage involving repetitive hand/wrist motion is also necessary. The position requires a pre-employment physical.

TO APPLY :

Interested candidates should apply electronically by clicking the "Apply" button on the Colby College website. Please submit a letter of interest, resume, and the contact information of three professional references. Materials should be addressed to:

Electrician - Search Committee
Office of Human Resources
Colby College
5500 Mayflower Hill
Waterville, ME 04901-8855


A review of applications will begin immediately and will continue until the position is filled.

Company

Colby College

Founded in 1813, Colby College is the 12th oldest liberal arts college in the United States.

Distinctive in its offerings, Colby provides an intimate, undergraduate-focused learning environment with a breadth of programs presenting students and faculty with unparalleled opportunities. A vibrant and fully integrated academic, residential, and cocurricular experience is sustained by a diverse and supportive community. Located in Waterville, Maine, Colby is a global institution with students representing nearly every U.S. state and approximately 70 countries.

Colby’s model provides the scale and impact of larger universities coupled with intensive learning in a community committed to scholarship and discovery, multidisciplinary approaches to integrated learning, study in the liberal arts, and leading-edge programs addressing the world’s most complex challenges. Its network of partnerships with prestigious cultural, research, medical, and business institutions extends educational and scholarly collaborations, providing students with unmatched experiences leading to postgraduate success.

The College’s wide variety of programs and labs provides students and the community access to unique experiences: the Colby College Museum of Art, the finest college art museum in the country, and the Lunder Institute for American Art have made the College a nationally and internationally recognized center for art scholarship; DavisConnects prepares students for lifelong success by combining a forward-thinking liberal arts education with extensive internship, research, and global opportunities for all students regardless of their personal networks and financial circumstances; and the 350,000-square-foot Harold Alfond Athletics and Recreation Center, is the most advanced and comprehensive NCAA D-III facility in the country. In fall 2021, Colby opened the Davis Institute for Artificial Intelligence, the first such institute at a liberal arts college. Colby’s new Island Campus, consisting of Allen and Benner islands, gives Colby a significant presence on the coast of Maine for a wide range of academic programs and activities and undisturbed environments ideal for conducting interdisciplinary experiences.

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