Electrician

This position is primarily responsible for all electrical maintenance to academic buildings but will also be required to provide service for residence halls as needed. Duties will include corrective and preventive maintenance. This position requires full aptitude in electrical and working knowledge of HVAC & Plumbing that is not the major discipline. Functioning specialist electrician with the ability to perform tasks in other trades.

Knowledge - Technical
Performs a variety of recurring and non-recurring tasks/functions. These tasks/functions may involve related or varying processes to test, renovate, overhaul, replace, and perform preventive maintenance on standard mechanical systems. Provides technical assistance to others by troubleshooting standard facilities maintenance issues and determining their cause. Ability to mentor other technicians.

Problem Solving
Identifies facilities-related maintenance problems that require in-depth analysis, identifies options for solving those problems. Solve unusual facility maintenance problems that require the application of journey level trades knowledge and determines the most effective and efficient course of action. Gathers and analyzes/interprets information to better understand the nature of the problem. May seek input from subordinates, peers, and/or managers in the decision-making process in order to solve the problem. Evaluates options and chooses appropriate action by considering potential outcomes. Makes sure that problem is appropriately addressed.

Communication
Clarifies the purpose and importance of directive, instructions and messages; presents information in a clear and concise manner. Seeks input,listens and checks for mutual understanding;asks for and provides clarification as needed. Explains purpose and procedures of facilities maintenance projects in language easily understood by the customer.

Safety and Health Compliance
Identifies and resolves potential safety problems and unsafe work practices. Demonstrates to employees and others, safe ways to perform job tasks or the use of equipment. Informs supervisor of unusual safety concerns and makes recommendations for resolutions. Determines appropriate protective equipment based on establish standards. Regularly assesses site and shop operations for safety.

Client/Customer Service
Identifies options, develops solutions and takes action when responding to customer requests. Satisfies individual customer requests while balancing multiple priorities. Assesses or checks with customer to ensure solution meets request. Develop effective working relationships with internal and external customers,(vendors, sub-contractors, etc.)that further the work unit's goals. Reviews customer requests and seeks clarification as needed.

Decision Making
Ability to ensure all work meets and/or exceeds applicable codes and standards. Ability to check and re-check work prior to, during, and after completion.
Ability to ensure that all parts of a project/task are completed.
Ability to use appropriate record keeping methods.

This organization operates and maintains the buildings of the university

1600 Lowery St

High school diploma or equivalency; or demonstrated possession of the competencies necessary to perform the work. Some positions may require
special licenses or certification.
Optional Guidelines:
Experience in the trade(s) areas related to the area of assignment may be substituted on a year-for-year basis.

3-5 Years experience in electrical work is preferred. Any trade school training, certifications, and license is preferred.

Vaild Driver's license.

12 months

Please Note: A criminal background check will be conducted on candidate finalist prior to the offer of employment.

If no applicants apply who meet the required competency and T&E requirements, then management may consider other applicants. Salary would be determined based on competencies, equity, budget, and market considerations.

Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of completing an electronic application. The application must be competed in full detail (including work history) for your qualifications to be considered.

Failure to complete the application completely may result in you not being considered for the vacant position.

Your application for the position will not be complete until you receive an online confirmation number at the end of the process of applying for a position.

If you have general questions about the application process, you may contact Human Resources at OHR@wssu.edu. Individuals with disabilities requiring disability-related accommodation in the application and interview process, please call 336-750-2834

Performs a variety of recurring and non-recurring tasks/functions. These tasks/functions may involve related or varying processes to test, renovate, overhaul,replace, and perform preventive maintenance on standard mechanical systems. Provides technical assistance to others by troubleshooting standard facilities maintenance issues and determining their cause. Ability to mentor other technicians.

Identifies facilities-related maintenance problems that require in-depth analysis,identifies options for solving those problems. Solve unusual facility maintenance problems that require the application of journey level trades knowledge and determines the most effective and efficient course of action.Gathers and analyzes/interprets information to better understand the nature of the problem. May seek input from subordinates,peers,and/or managers in the decision-making process in order to solve the problem. Evaluates options and chooses appropriate action by considering potential outcomes. Makes sure that problem is appropriately addressed.

Clarifies the purpose and importance of directive, instructions and messages; presents information in a clear and concise manner. Seeks input,listens and checks for mutual understanding;asks for and provides clarification as needed. Explains purpose and procedures of facilities maintenance projects in language easily understood by the customer.

Identifies and resolves potential safety problems and unsafe work practices. Demonstrates to employees and others, safe ways to perform job tasks or the use of equipment. Informs supervisor of unusual safety concerns and makes recommendations for resolutions. Determines appropriate protective equipment based on establish standards. Regularly assesses site and shop operations for safety.

Identifies options, develops solutions and takes action when responding to customer requests. Satisfies individual customer requests while balancing multiple priorities.Assesses or checks with customer to ensure solution meets request.Develop effective working relationships with internal and external customers,(vendors, sub-contractors, etc.)that further the work unit's goals.Reviews customer requests and seeks clarification as needed.

Ability to ensure all work meets and/or exceeds applicable codes and standards. Ability to check and re-check work prior to, during, and after completion.
Ability to ensure that all parts of a project/task are completed.
Ability to use appropriate record keeping methods.