Job Summary Under general supervision of the Supervising Electrician, works independently or as a team member to perform the full range of skilled journey-level electrical work including the installation, maintenance, modification and repair of electrical apparatuses, equipment and systems. Inspect, isolate, troubleshoot and repair electrical malfunctions. Plan the layout and perform wiring of new or remodeled installations. Operate electrical power-generating plants and other electrical equipment and systems. Maintain and repair low voltage systems including fire, alarm and access systems. Test electrical equipment for safety and efficiency. Fabricate electrical parts. Inspect completed work for conformance with specifications, requirement and compliance with applicable building and safety codes and regulations. The incumbent uses a computerized maintenance system to ensure the preventive maintenance program objectives are met and provides safety instructions and directions to unskilled or semi-skilled assistants.
The Maintenance & Operations unit of Facilities Development & Operations provides maintenance and operations services to a University campus spread across multiple sites comprised of +150 acres, 81 buildings, and more than six million gross square feet. The Electrical Shop is one of seven skilled trades’ shops within Maintenance & Operations and is comprised of a supervising electrician and eight journey-level electricians. The Shop reports up, through the supervising electrician who provides supervision, oversight, and guidance.
Key Responsibilities - Performs the full range, at a journey level, of skilled electrical work including the installation, maintenance, modification and repair of electrical apparatuses, equipment and systems
- Install, inspect, isolate, troubleshoot and repair electrical malfunctions using various test instruments; operate electrical power-generating plants and other electrical equipment and systems
- Test electrical equipment for safety and efficiency
- Plan the layout and wiring of new or remodeled installations
- Fabricate electrical parts; perform incidental welding as necessary to complete electrical work
- Advise in the selection and storage of electrical equipment
- Participate in the maintenance and operations of an electrical shop: clean, maintain and service tools and equipment used in the performance of duties
- Operates hand and power tools for installing, removing, and cleaning parts and hardware
- Read, interpret and work from blueprints, plans, drawings, and specifications including making rough sketches where needed to facilitate work efforts
- Operates utility cart, pick-up truck, welding equipment, scissor lift, forklift and other equipment, as certified, to access, repair, and transport personnel, equipment and materials
- Consults, coordinates, and works with other trade workers, trades shops and FD&O units, as needed, to successfully complete repairs and maintenance work assignments on schedule
- Responds promptly to, and assists with urgent needs in order to prevent injury, damage or further incident
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities - Thorough knowledge of electrical theory and the methods, materials, tools and equipment used in the electrical trade for the installation, maintenance and repair of electrical apparatuses, equipment and systems
- Thorough knowledge of applicable state and federal codes and regulations pertaining to the electrical trade, including the California Electrical Code and Electrical Safety Orders of the Division of Industrial Safety of the State of California
- Ability to assemble, install, maintain and repair electrical apparatuses
- Ability to organize assigned work and carry forward assignments based on operational priorities as defined by the appropriate administrator and/or operating guidelines with a focus on efficiently performing duties required to complete assignments successfully and within given deadlines
- Ability to operate all applicable tools and equipment necessary to perform skilled electrical work
- Ability to make rough sketches and to estimate the cost, time and materials of assigned work
- Ability to maintain records and retrieve data related to work performed using manual and computerized record-keeping systems, and to prepare standard reports
- Ability to communicate effectively and work harmoniously with a diverse group of individuals throughout the organization as well as those outside of the organization who are directly or indirectly involved with projects and/or assignments
Required Qualifications - Any combination of progressively responsible experience which demonstrates achievement of journey-level skills equivalent to that acquired through completion of a standard 8000 hour (4 year) electrician’s apprenticeship program
- Requires the possession of a valid California Driver’s License for the operation of any vehicle or equipment required for position and in any emergency. Must participate in all OSHA required physicals and examinations
License A valid driver's license is required for this position. Out of state candidates selected for the position must obtain a State of California driver's license within 10 days of hire in accordance with the California Department of Motor Vehicles regulations.
Once hired the employee must successfully complete the Defensive Driver Training Program provided by the State of California for California State University campuses.
Preferred Qualifications - Education equivalent to that achieved within the electrical trade that would lead one toward achieving journey level status in or any equivalent combination of training and experience which demonstrates the achievement of journey-level skills equivalent to that acquired through completion of an applicable apprenticeship program
- Certification indicating completion of an applicable apprenticeship program in the electrical trades
- Evidence of current certification as an electrician in the State of California
- Five years of journey level work experience in the maintenance, repair, or construction of electrical systems
- Commercial or university campus experience
Compensation Classification: Electrician
Anticipated Hiring Range: $6,204/month - $6,391/month
CSU Salary Range: $6,151/month - $7,942/month
San José State University offers employees a comprehensive benefits package typically worth 30-35% of your base salary. For more information on programs available, please see the Employee Benefits Summary .
Application Procedure Click Apply Now to complete the SJSU Online Employment Application and attach the following documents:
- Resume
- Letter of Interest
This position is open until filled.
Work Schedule Selected candidates will be placed in one of the following shifts based on operational needs.
Monday - Friday, 7:30 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.
Sunday - Thursday, 7:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
Contact Information University Personnel
jobs@sjsu.edu
408-924-2252
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