Electrical Apprentice

**About Us**:
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Georgia Southern is a dynamic university with three vibrant campuses in Hinesville, Savannah and Statesboro serving the communities in Southeast Georgia. As a Carnegie Doctoral/R2 institution, our world-class scholars instruct about 26,000 students in associate's, bachelor's, master's and doctoral level degree programs. Whether you are seeking the charm of a small town, the traditions of a historical/urban destination near the beach or supporting our military service members and their families, Georgia Southern offers its faculty and staff the best of all worlds

Beyond an ideal location, there is a place for you to work in an exciting environment abounding with opportunities for personal and professional growth. We are steeped in tradition and devoted to academic distinction in teaching, scholarship and service. In 2018 Forbes Magazine listed Georgia Southern, along with 10 other Georgia companies or institutions, as one of America's Best Midsize Employers. Georgia Southern University is passionate about serving our region while preparing our students to be lifelong scholars, leaders, and responsible stewards of their communities and the world.

**Location**:
Statesboro Campus - Statesboro, GA

**Department Information**:
Mechanical Maintenance

**Job Summary**:
The Apprentice assists skilled workers in the performance of duties related to the electrical trade by performing routine and semi-skilled repair work with assistance of a skilled tradesman.

**Responsibilities**:

- Perform basic lighting installations, runs new circuits, troubleshoots electrical problems and supports other shops in electrical tasks (i.e., plumbing, HVAC)
- Assist skilled workers in the performance of duties related to building maintenance trades, supply tools, equipment, and materials to skilled workers
- Operate trucks and other equipment required to complete tasks
- Keep daily log of time spent on each job and materials used
- Maintain, repair, and clean tools, equipment, assigned service vehicle, and work areas
- Follow all safety and other risk management policies in performance of work

**Required Qualifications**:
**Educational Requirements**
- High school diploma or equivalent

**Required Experience**
- One (1) year of related work experience

**Required Qualifications**:

- Resume
- Cover Letter
- Two (2) Professional References

**Preferred Qualifications**:
**Preferred Experience**
- Two (2) or more years of electrical (commercial) experience

**Proposed Salary**:
$14.86 - $18.17 per hour

**_ This is a non-exempt position paid on a bi-weekly basis._**

**Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities**:
**ABILITIES**
- Consistently exhibit engaging customer service
- Ability to work well in a diverse environment
- Ability to operate a University vehicle
- Ability to obtain a low voltage license and related certification after apprenticeship
- Ability to use basic math skills daily
- Ability to analyze while multi-tasking
- Provide technical advice to non-technical and technical audiences
- Willingness to learn

**KNOWLEDGE**
- Adhere to University policies and procedures to meet Institutional goals and support University's mission for student success
- Understanding of procedures and willingness to follow University policies to meet institutional goals

**SKILLS**
- Demonstrate commitment to inclusiveness by working well with diverse populations
- Demonstrate appropriate organizational skills as required for specific position
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills
- Demonstrated organizational and human relation skills
- Demonstrated collaborative problem-solving skills
- Attentive to detail
- Adept at testing, modifying and re-testing

Open Until Filled

**_ Application review may begin as early as June 12, 2024._**

**Contact Information**:
**USG Core Values**:
**Conditions of Employment**:
Legally authorized to work in the United States for the duration of employment without assistance from the University.

Must be able to perform duties and responsibilities with or without reasonable accommodation.

Georgia Southern University is a Tobacco and Smoke-Free Community.

Proof of valid driver's license upon and throughout employment.

**Equal Employment Opportunity**:
Georgia Southern University provides equal opportunities to all employees and applicant for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, religion, age, veteran status, political affiliation, or disability. Individuals in need of reasonable accommodations under the America with Disabilities Act to participate in the search process should notify Human Resources: (912) 478-6947.

**Background Check**:

- Standard + DMV

**Other Information**:

- Must be able to perform duties and responsibilities with or without reasonable accommodation.
- Workweek may occasionally extend beyond 40 hours
- Occasional travel may be required