Electrician

Electrician

University of Wisconsin - Milwaukee

Position Number: 02301071;00886749;01306013

Introduction (Description of School/College/Dept/Program)
Who We Are: UWM, a doctoral/research intensive university, is Wisconsin’s premier public urban university and offers a comprehensive liberal arts and professional education at the undergraduate and graduate level to over 25,000 students. UWM takes pride in being a student-centered institution that is deeply committed to diversity in its student body, faculty and staff, and programs. Our tree-lined, 104-acre campus is located on Milwaukee’s upper-eastside, one of the city’s most attractive residential areas and home to many faculty, staff, and students. For more information, please visit our website at www.uwm.edu What We Offer:

• Innovative, and collaborative
• Challenging and progressive career development
• Excellent comprehensive benefits package
• On-site affordable day care
• Best practice PTO policies and paid holidays
• Open communication, recognition programs, and team-building events
• And much more to motivated, results-oriented individuals who want to make a real difference in their community and role

Job Summary
Installs, maintains, and repairs electrical wiring, equipment, and life safety and electrical control systems to ensure adequate, safe, and operable institutional facilities.

The University of Wisconsin (UW) System offers a comprehensive benefits package to meet the diverse needs of our community. The University contributes towards the cost of several benefit plans. Employees also receive a vacation package starting at 104 hours during first year(prorated in first year based on start date), sick leave (with no expiration), and paid legal holidays.

The wage for this position is $47.80 per hour.

Minimum Qualifications
Applicants for this vacancy must:

• Demonstrate knowledge and ability to read electrical diagrams, schematics, construction plans and the ability to implement.
• Possess a valid Wisconsin Driver license (or other such valid operator’s permit recognized by the Wisconsin Department of Transportation) and be able to meet or exceed the minimum requirements for driving on state business as detailed here: https://uwm.edu/risk-management/drivers/
• Hold a High School Diploma
• Have completed a registered apprenticeship program approved by the Wisconsin Department of Workforce Development as a Electrician - Journey (please upload card in Other documents 1) as defined on DWD website

Preferred Qualifications
Highly qualified candidates will also have:

• Demonstrated ability to perform a variety of computer functions including but not limited to word processing, proprietary/industry-specific software and Computerized Maintenance Management Systems.
• Demonstrated knowledge of operations, maintenance and repair of electrical alarm systems and apparatus commonly used in institutional buildings.
• Evidence of possessing technical skills in the troubleshooting of electrical problems
• Evidence of having completed OSHA 10 training
• Experience working within a commercial/institutional environment
• Possession of an Electrician Masters license as defined by DWD
• Evidence of the ability to work independently and well-organized

Application Instructions
Interested applicants are required to apply online and provide: A cover letter addressing your education/experience as it applies to all minimum and preferred qualifications, A resume, A copy of your Journeyman/Master card and a document listing the names and contact information for three professional references.

In instances where the Search and Screen Committee is unable to ascertain from a candidate’s application materials whether she/he meets any of the qualifications, they will be evaluated as not meeting such qualifications. UWM will not consider paper, emailed or faxed applications. Apply electronically at: https://jobs.uwm.edu/postings/33883 by the application deadline as listed in the instructions above.

Finance & Administrative Affairs is required to conduct Post-Offer Pre-Employment screenings on all selected candidates for Electrician positions. Employment is contingent upon successfully passing the screening.

This is a continuous recruitment. Screening begins on March 28, 2022 and will continue until the position is filled. Applications received after March 27, 2022 may not receive consideration.

Application Notes
For this position, applicants are required to apply online. UWM will not consider paper, emailed or faxed applications. Additionally, applicants must complete all required fields and attach any required documents. The process is complete when the message “Your application has been submitted” is displayed and you receive a confirmation number.

Legal Notices AA/EO Statement

UWM is an AA/EO employer: All applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, disability, or protected veteran status.

Reasonable Accommodations

UWM provides reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities who are employees or applicants for employment. Employment opportunities will not be denied because of the need to make reasonable accommodations for a qualified individual with a disability. If you need assistance or accommodation in applying because of a disability, please contact uwm-jobs@uwm.edu or 414-229-4463. This job announcement and other material on this site will be made available in alternate formats upon request to an individual with a disability.

Confidentiality of Applicant Materials

UWM is a State agency and subject to Wisconsin’s Open Records Law. UWM will not, however, reveal the identities of applicants who request confidentiality in writing except as may be required by Wisconsin’s Open Records law. In certain circumstances, the identities of “final candidates” and/or the identity of the appointed applicant must be revealed upon request.

CBC and Reference Check Policy

Employment will require a criminal background check. UWM takes the prevention of sexual misconduct seriously. As such, you and your references will be required to answer questions regarding any past findings of sexual violence and sexual harassment or any pending allegations of sexual violence or sexual harassment.

Annual Security and Fire Safety Report (Clery Act)

For the UWM Annual Security and Fire Safety Reports (i.e., Clery Report), which includes statistics about reported crimes and information about campus security policies, see http://www.cleryact.uwm.edu/, or call UWM’s Dean of Students Office, Student Union 345 at (414) 229-4632 for a paper copy.

Employment Authorization

In compliance with federal law, all persons at the time of their start date will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employment eligibility verification form upon hire.

Title and Total Compensation Project

The University of Wisconsin System is engaged in a Title and Total Compensation (TTC) project to redesign job titles and compensation structures. As a result of the TTC project, official job titles on current job postings may change in 2021. Job duties and responsibilities will remain the same. For more information please visit: wisconsin.edu/ohrwd/title-and-total-compensation-study/

To apply, please visit: https://jobs.uwm.edu/postings/34097


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