Job Description
Using National Electric Code standards electricians performs skilled work in the installation operation maintenance modification service and repair of electrical systems and related controls and devices. The electrician troubleshoots problems using hand and power tools and precision measuring and testing devices to make adjustments or repairs in accordance to work orders or verbal instructions. Skilled Low Voltage Electrician. The ideal candidate will be responsible for installing maintaining and repairing low voltage electrical systems including but not limited to: Security systems Fire alarms CCTV systems Access control systems and Data and communication cabling. Collaborate with other team members and contractors. This position is classified as Electrician I for applicants without a valid Electrical Journeymans license. Applicants holding a valid license (e.g. HVAC Electrician Plumbing) will be considered for the Electrician II level. This position performs a wide range of skilled maintenance tasks including carpentry plumbing electrical and HVAC . The practices preventive maintenance of tools and equipment and follows federal regulations governing safety environmental protection hazardous waste disposal and the use of chemicals and materials common to facilities maintenance or construction. General Duties: Applies electronic theory principles of electrical circuits electrical testing procedures mathematics physics and related subjects to test troubleshoot repair and modify all electric and/or electronic equipment on University owned properties. Repairs installs and troubleshoots all control systems for motors lighting etc while working with other trades. Repairs/installs and inspects high and low voltage electrical distribution equipment wiring and associated hardware inside and outside buildings. Repairs/installs electrical conduit tubing wire mold raceways and associated accessories including pulling of electrical wiring cable for computers and telephone. Repairs/installs circuit breakers fuses substation switch gear and transformers. Provides means of access through walls floors and other structures as may be required by dismantling or cutting through structural and other physical barriers in order to gain access for repairs or for new installations. Restores assigned work sites to their original condition at the completion of work by removing tools materials and debris drop cloths and tarpaulins used during the project returning furniture and equipment to their proper location setting up equipment that had been dismantled and coordinating the cleaning painting or replacing tile(s) and other structural effects through which holes have been cut. Installs and repairs life safety systems consisting of emergency lighting exit signage and backup power generation. Assures adequate proper and safe distribution of electrical systems from primary utility emergency power through end use. Includes all safety devices switch gear and emergency systems. Inspects and repairs wires and auxiliary equipment such as circuit breakers fuses insulators and switches for capacities and working condition. Installs and where applicable repairs test equipment laboratory equipment laundry and kitchen equipment as required within the university setting. Inspects and repairs carpet cleaners vacuums shop vacs electric power tools floor buffers and assorted electronic appliances. Trouble shoots electrical issues for other trades. Installs and maintains outside/security lighting on campus. Reads and interprets schematics blueprints and manufacturers specifications. Troubleshoots and repairs electric/electronic equipment to ensure efficient day to day operation of the university. Maintains an organized work area which includes cleanliness safety and security of materials. Works with supervisor on assignments for labor and material expectations. Completes truck and shop inventories as assigned. Required overtime for athletic events student activities and emergency call out situations. Operates multi-meters voltmeters amp meters power meters electric tracking equipment frequency counters AC and DC power supplies soldering and de-soldering equipment. Operates power tools hand tools air compressors jackhammers backhoes ditch witch man lifts. Performs other duties as assigned deemed necessary to meet the needs of Marshall University including performance of work in support of other shops/trades.