Electrician I

Emory University•Atlanta, GA

6h•Onsite

About The Position

Emory University is a leading research university that fosters excellence and attracts world-class talent to innovate today and prepare leaders for the future. We welcome candidates who can contribute to the excellence of our academic community. Description JOB DESCRIPTION: Conducts general electrical repair work and troubleshooting. Performs preventive maintenance, installation services and construction work in accordance with organizational and national safety and fire codes. Reads and interprets blueprints and schematic drawings for material take-off and to complete work assignments. Installs new electrical systems, fixtures, equipment, wiring, and circuits in accordance with blueprint design. May repair and maintain fire alarms. Records kilowatt hour readings from monthly meter inspections to ensure accurate billings and accounting records. Takes the necessary precautions, in keeping with OSHA standards and other applicable regulations, when working with hazardous chemicals, materials, and power equipment. Uses personal protective equipment as required. Orders and obtains materials and equipment necessary for project completion. Utilizes electrical trade tools and tests equipment. Ensures proper maintenance and safeguarding of materials and tools against theft or vandalism. Troubleshoots and repairs fixtures and components of electrical systems. Performs visual inspections, pinpoints faulty parts and repairs electrical equipment. Drives utility vehicles to and from work sites; is responsible for their safety, maintenance and cleanliness. Performs related responsibilities as required.

Requirements

A high school diploma or equivalent.
Four years of electrical work experience.
May require a valid Georgia driver's license and insurable driving record.
Some positions within this classification may require CPR certification upon employment.
NOTE: Position tasks are required to be performed in-person at an Emory University location; working remote is not an option. Emory reserves the right to change this status with notice to employee.

Responsibilities

Conducts general electrical repair work and troubleshooting.
Performs preventive maintenance, installation services and construction work in accordance with organizational and national safety and fire codes.
Reads and interprets blueprints and schematic drawings for material take-off and to complete work assignments.
Installs new electrical systems, fixtures, equipment, wiring, and circuits in accordance with blueprint design.
May repair and maintain fire alarms.
Records kilowatt hour readings from monthly meter inspections to ensure accurate billings and accounting records.
Takes the necessary precautions, in keeping with OSHA standards and other applicable regulations, when working with hazardous chemicals, materials, and power equipment.
Uses personal protective equipment as required.
Orders and obtains materials and equipment necessary for project completion.
Utilizes electrical trade tools and tests equipment.
Ensures proper maintenance and safeguarding of materials and tools against theft or vandalism.
Troubleshoots and repairs fixtures and components of electrical systems.
Performs visual inspections, pinpoints faulty parts and repairs electrical equipment.
Drives utility vehicles to and from work sites; is responsible for their safety, maintenance and cleanliness.
Performs related responsibilities as required.