General Maintenance II - Electrician
North Central College

Job Info

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Posting Number:

S000858

Position Title:

General Maintenance II - Electrician

Department:

Physical Plant Administration

Division:

Facilities Planning and Operations

Supervisor Title:

Director of Physical Plant

Status:

Full Time Regular

Position Summary:

General Maintenance II - Electrician is primarily responsible for the maintenance of electrical equipment, building wiring and lighting systems. This position is also responsible to ensure that assigned buildings, including furnishings, mechanical, plumbing and electrical systems therein, are functional on a continual basis.

Description of Key Responsibilities:

1. Repair, install, replace, and test electrical circuits, equipment, and appliances using appropriate tools and testing instruments.

2. Lay out, assemble, install, test, repair and adjust electrical fixtures, apparatus equipment, wiring, and new services to include panels, breakers and conduit.

3. Inspect the exterior and appropriate interior areas of assigned buildings on a regular basis, including exterior lighting fixtures. Identify, prioritize and perform or report necessary maintenance activities. Promptly report safety and security concerns.

4. Maintain regular contact with sources of work assignments (i.e. supervisor, assignment board, and the RT Tracker work order tracking system) so that necessary activities are carried out in a timely fashion. Promptly report completion of activities.

5. Extensive electrical experience in servicing, adjusting, repairing, and replacing building components, for systems up to and including three-phase power, based on observed needs, work orders, preventive maintenance schedules, or other sources. Examples of typical activities are: advanced trouble-shooting skills of equipment and systems to determine causes of problems; repair or replace electrical fixtures and/or associated wiring, circuit breakers, transformers, disconnects, and responsible to replace burned-out or broken light bulbs and tubes (interior and exterior), as necessary. Basic knowledge and ability to service; card readers, door operators and opener systems.

6. Troubleshoot and repair electric controls, motor controls, lighting controls and programmable logic controls.

7. Ability to repair worn or damaged walls, floors, doors (including door hardware, cores and keys). Ability to repair blinds, window and hardware, repair damaged or malfunctioning washroom fixtures and associated piping; service and repair HVAC equipment power sources, refrigeration and fire protection systems; and seal water & gas leaks. Report the need for more extensive work by others, including outside contractors, to immediate supervisor.

8. Advanced knowledge and skills required to carry out projects, which involve installations, renovations, remodeling, etc., as directed by supervisor, either individually or in a lead role overseeing other maintenance staff and student workers.

9. Maintain building ingress/egress areas (i.e., sidewalks, stairways) in a serviceable condition by removing debris and snow and ice.

10. Coordinate all activities with building users and contractors (i.e. food service, cleaning services) so as to maximize efficiency and minimize disruption to building activities/services.

11. Flexibility to be assigned to temporarily work at other locations to substitute for personnel not available or to supplement personnel during times of unusually heavy workload.

12. Install and/or repair exterior building appurtenances such as fences and railings.

13. Move or assist in moving equipment, furniture, materials and supplies to/from storage areas or between locations.

14. Capacity to research product, order and travel to vendors to pick up materials and supplies.

15. Perform other job-related duties and tasks as assigned.

OTHER KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

1. Support the College's mission, vision and values, and contribute to the advancement of the College's Strategic Plan.
2. Demonstrate a strong commitment to continuous quality improvement.
3. Demonstrate civil and inclusive behavior when interacting with staff, faculty, students and visitors to the College. Promote a flexible, collaborative and inclusive work and living environment and engage in educational opportunities to increase awareness and understanding of diversity and inclusion.

Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

1. Ability to communicate in the English language, both orally and written, in order to receive and/or disburse assignments and instructions, understand written procedures and cautions, prepare written requests, record work completed, etc.

2. Ability to utilize basic mathematical skills necessary for calculating quantities, preparing estimates, etc.

3. Ability to interpret blue prints; work from sketches, verbal instructions, and apply National Electric Code (NEC) through the full range of commercial and industrial. Knowledge of national and local code, specifically; National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) Life Safety Code, International Code Council (ICC) and requirements.

4. Knowledge of electrical systems including; planning additions or modifications to electrical service panels, proper electrical grounding, and electrical safety requirements Ex. Lock-out/Tag-out (LOTO).

5. Ability to accurately interpret drawings and schematics representing electrical, mechanical, architectural and structural systems. Ability to sketch or provide basic drawings or floor plans for projects.

6. Ability to safely and effectively transport (which may involve lifting up to 50 pounds) and utilize materials and equipment used in facility servicing and maintenance and to work safely from lifts, ladders, scaffolds, and other elevated positions.

7. Advanced ability to perform a variety of building maintenance tasks requiring knowledge and skills working with electrical and mechanical systems (including HVAC), plumbing, carpentry, masonry and painting projects.

8. On occasion, work outdoors in inclement weather and to work other-than-normal and, at times, longer than normal hours.

9. Ability to carry out work efficiently and in a manner, which will minimize interference with building operations.

10. Ability to effectively communicate with, and relate positively to, a variety of people representing various building users.

11. Ability to quickly grasp knowledge of the College organization and operation so as to contribute positively.

12. Ability to use power tools in an appropriate and safe manner.

13. Demonstrate civil and inclusive behavior when interacting with staff, faculty, students and visitors to the College.

14. Promote a flexible, collaborative and inclusive work and living environment and engage in educational opportunities to increase awareness and understanding of diversity and inclusion.

Distinguishing Characteristics:

The condition of the College's buildings has a profound effect on the overall appearance of the campus, as well as on the daily lives of all who live, study and work there. Perhaps most striking is the impact this function has on the quality of life of students, particularly those who reside on campus.

The College's work force which is responsible for buildings and grounds maintenance is generally made up of individuals who each perform a wide variety of duties, and whose work strongly affects a diverse group of users of the facilities. Thus, employees in this area are expected to be multi-skilled, flexible, and able to work cooperatively with each other and with other members of the campus community, often without direct supervision. Because of the nature of the work, reliable and regular attendance is essential.

Because individuals in this position must interact regularly with a wide variety of members of the campus community, as well as, on occasion, inspectors from City and State agencies and the College's insurance carrier; uniforms, furnished by the College, must be worn at times determined by the position supervisor.

Individuals in this position may be required to work at times that are other than, or in addition to, normal hours and days, including responding at any time to severe weather and other emergency conditions.Also, individuals in this position can expect to participate in "on-call" rotation during nights and weekends for specified periods. Individuals must be available by telephone, to report to work, fit for duty during these scheduled rotation periods.

Education/Training:

A high school diploma or GED is required. Electrician certification preferred.

Experience:

Extensive electrical experience is required for this position. A minimum of 5 years of electrical experience and a minimum of 5 years of experience in building maintenance, construction or related field is required.

Licenses or Certifications:

A valid driver's license and acceptable driving record is required.

Is This a Temporary Position?:

No

Employment Conditions:

An offer of employment is contingent upon successful completion of the College's background screening process.

Number of Vacancies:

1

EEO Statement:

North Central College is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to increasing the diversity of our workforce. NCC provides reasonable accommodation to applicants with disabilities where appropriate. If you need reasonable accommodation for any part of the application or hiring process, please notify the Office of Human Resources. Determinations for reasonable accommodation will be made on a case-by-case basis.

Open Until Filled:

Yes

Special Instructions to Applicant:

Applicants who would enrich the diversity of the campus community are strongly encouraged to apply.

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