Electrician

Position Information

The Physical Plant Department invites applications for a full-time, nonexempt position with benefits. Under general supervision, performs electrical work at the journey level. Installs, maintains, and repairs equipment and facilities involving electrical circuits carrying less than 13, vols.

Salary and Benefits Information: Salary Range:$51, -$55,Benefits: Generous benefits include health benefits (medical, prescription, dental, flexible spending accounts), Retirement (State or Optional Retirement Plan with Fidelity or TIAA), Supplemental Retirement Accounts (TIAA, Fidelity, or MSRP-Nationwide) with $ annual state match, Life Insurance (state sponsored MetLife, USM sponsored MetLife Plan, life insurance and long-term disability insurance), Tuition Remission, Employee Assistance Program, paid holidays, paid leave (Non-exempt positions start at 11 days annual per year, sick leave 15 days per year, personal leave 3 days per year). Overtime, shift-differential and on-call pay (non-exempt positions only) Responsibilities Installs, diagnoses problems, and repairs electrical systems, apparatus, electrical and electronic components of industrial machinery and equipment following electrical code, manuals, schematic diagrams, blueprints and other specifications.Reads and interprets plans, blueprints and specifications for construction or remodeling, and may recommend appropriate modifications or additions to plans.Connects and repairs power supply wires to machines and equipment, and the cables and wires between machines and equipment.Performs maintenance and repairs to electrical equipment including fluorescent and incandescent units, lighting fixtures, wiring, conduit boxes and tubing, switches, motors, generators, and climate control systems; prepares estimates of time, labor, and materials.Prepares reports reflecting daily operations and project status; operates and maintains tools and equipment of the electrical trade; and cleans work area upon completion of project.Provides guidance and training in electrical work to other maintenance personnel and may have lead responsibility for special projects.Performs other related duties as assigned. Classification 37- Building and Grounds Cleaning and Maintenance Occupations Required Qualifications Four years progressively responsible experience in the electrical trade.Note: Candidates selected for employment may be subject to medical inquiries and/or medical examinations to determine ability to perform the job.Must be able to communicate effectively and follow directions.Valid Maryland Non-commercial Class C or equivalent driver’s license may be required.Possession of Maryland State certification as a licensed electrician may be required. Preferred Qualifications Required Knowledge, Skills, Abilities Comprehensive knowledge and skill in the techniques used in the installation, repair and maintenance of electrical systems, equipment and apparatus carrying less than 13, volts.Thorough knowledge of and skill in basic mathematics including area, volume, and weights and the practical application on fractions, percentages, ratios, and proportions.Skill in the use and maintenance of the tools and equipment of the electrical trade including testing equipment such as ohmeters, battery and buzzer and oscilloscopes.Comprehensive knowledge of OSHA regulations related to the electrical trade and of electrical codes, and Underwriters Rules for wiring and installation.Ability to read, interpret, and work from blueprints, drawings, and specifications .Ability to prepare summaries and reports required.Must be able to work in, on, around, over an under fixed equipment and machinery.Must be able to work from lifts, ladders, and scaffolding; to manipulate heavy equipment, tools, and supplies and/or exert force up to 70 lbs.Must be able to work in hazardous or irritating environments, confined spaces, adverse weather or temperature conditions, and to wear and work in personal protective equipment. Certifications/Registrations N/A

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