Electrician II

Temple University's Facilities Department is searching for an Electrician II!

Hourly Rate: $37.06

Become a part of the Temple family and you will have access to the following:
Full medical, dental, vision coverage
Paid time off
9 Paid Federal Holidays
3 Personal Days
Tuition remission - eligible employees and their dependents can obtain a degree TUITION FREE
A generous retirement plan and so much more!

Position Summary
Reporting to the Electrical Supervisor, the Facilities Management Electrician II is responsible for maintaining and repairing all University electrical systems and controls up to and including 13,200 volts. The electrician troubleshoots problems to make repairs. The electrician responds to routine and emergency calls for corrective maintenance involving building systems and equipment. The electrician works with switching and troubleshooting medium-voltage systems and switchgear. The electrician works on all building systems wiring and terminations. The electrician performs complete operational and serviceability checks to ensure the safe, efficient, and economical operation of all areas of facilities.

Performs other related duties as assigned.

Job Details
* This position requires the following background checks: Department of Motor Vehicles Background Check.
* Offer of employment is conditional upon the successful completion of a pre-employment drug screening.

Required Education and Experience
* Must have proven troubleshooting experience with Motor Control Centers, Variable Frequency Drives, Building Automation Systems, basic building wiring systems, and other electrically controlled mechanical equipment.
* Knowledge of low voltage and control circuiting devices.
* Must have expertise working with and knowledge of National Electrical codes pertaining to industry standards and Federal, State, and local codes and regulations.
*An equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered.

Preferred Education and Experience
* Experience working with, switching, and troubleshooting medium voltage systems and switchgear, in addition to the generator transfer switch and system experience.
* Knowledge of Programmable Logic Controllers.

Required Skills and Abilities
* Must possess proven troubleshooting skills.
* Ability to diagnose and analyze electrical systems.
* Must be able to read drawings, schematics, one-line diagrams, ladder control diagrams, pertinent manufacturer literature, etc., and communicate problems and recommendations.
* Demonstrate knowledge of industry safety practices and their implementations.
* Familiar with OSHA regulations, Arc Flash Protection, and NEC standards.
* Operates and monitors all electrical building systems throughout the institution.
* Ability to perform preventive maintenance on electrical systems and equipment according to skills and abilities, as directed.
* Ability to perform complete operational and serviceability checks to ensure safe, efficient, and economical operation of all areas of facilities.
* Ability to perform corrective maintenance on systems and equipment according to skills and abilities..

Temple University is committed to a policy of equal opportunity for all in every aspect of its operations, including employment, service, and educational programs. The University has pledged not to discriminate on the basis of age, color, disability, marital status, national origin or ethnic origin, race, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or veteran status.

Compliance Statement: In the performance of their functions as detailed in the position description employees have an obligation to avoid ethical, legal, financial and other conflicts of interest to ensure that their actions and outside activities do not conflict with their primary employment responsibilities at the institution. Employees are also expected to understand and be in compliance with applicable laws, University and employment policies and regulations, including NCAA regulations for areas and departments which their essential functions cause them to interact.

Temple University's Annual Security and Fire Safety Report contains statistics, policies, and procedures related to campus safety. Go here to review: https://safety.temple.edu/reports-logs/annual-security-report

You may request a copy of the report by calling Temple University's Department of Public Safety at 215-204-7900.