Electrician II - Facilities

Nevada System of Higher Education•North Las Vegas, NV

6d•Hybrid

About The Position

The College of Southern Nevada (CSN) is recruiting for an Electrician II for the Facilities Management Department. This position is responsible for performing journey-level skilled work in the installation, operation, maintenance, and repair of a wide variety of electrical systems, wiring, distribution panels, and controls. Under general supervision, incumbents perform the full range of duties described in the series concept, and in addition, at the advanced journey level, either function as a lead worker for lower-level Electricians on a regular basis by providing training and technical assistance, assigning and reviewing work, and providing input to performance evaluations; or in a correctional environment, function as a lead worker for an inmate crew on a regular basis and document inmate performance through completion of periodic performance reports. Incumbents are also responsible for implementing security procedures which include securing the work area from unauthorized inmates and accountability for assigned inmates, staff, tools, and equipment. This position requires travel between all main campuses and satellite campuses.

Requirements

Completion of a recognized electrician apprenticeship program followed by one year of journey level electrician experience; OR an equivalent combination of education and experience.

Nice To Haves

A valid Class “C” driver’s license at the time of appointment and as a condition of continuing employment.
A valid Journeyman Electrician License / Certification (or relevant state/municipal electrical credential) OR an equivalent combination of education and experience.

Responsibilities

Troubleshoot and diagnose malfunctions in complex electrical systems, circuits, and machinery using advanced testing equipment like multimeters, amp probes, megohmmeters, and circuit tracers to isolate faults quickly.
Fix or replace faulty switches, receptacles, circuit breakers, fuses, interior/exterior light fixtures, ballasts, and integrated building distribution panels to restore power safely and minimize facility downtime.
Install electrical conduit (EMT, Rigid, PVC), bend and thread piping, run new electrical wiring through walls and ceilings, and properly hook up commercial motors, generators, and transformers.
Calculate electrical loads, determine appropriate wire sizing, conduit fill ratios, and circuit breaker capacities using Ohm's Law and NEC tables to prevent circuit overloading.
Ensure all new installations, modifications, and existing electrical systems conform strictly to the National Electrical Code (NEC), National Fire Protection Association (NFPA 70E) standards, and state regulations.
Routinely inspect facility electrical equipment, subpanels, and distribution centers to proactively identify code violations, wear-and-tear, or potential safety hazards.
Follow strict OSHA safety guidelines, including the mandatory use of Personal Protective Equipment (PPE), arc flash safety boundaries, and standard Lockout/Tagout (LOTO) protocols before servicing any energized equipment.
Interpret and work from complex technical blueprints, wiring schematics, single-line diagrams, and architectural drawings to accurately trace circuits and map out new installations.
Clean, maintain, and properly store specialized electrical tools and testing equipment, and report when material stock runs low.
Document and update facility master blueprints to reflect system modifications, log completed preventative maintenance tasks and accurately track time and materials in a TMA work order system.
Collaborate and coordinate effectively with facility managers, other skilled trades (HVAC, plumbing, ), and city/state electrical inspectors to ensure projects are completed seamlessly and on schedule.

Benefits

PERS retirement plan (a defined benefit plan)
Vacation & sick leave benefits
11 paid holidays
Educational benefits
Health insurance plans that can be added with flexible spending accounts or health savings accounts.
Supplemental options (long term care, short term disability, and legal).
Tuition discounts at the Nevada System of Higher Education (NSHE) institutions.
Tuition discounts for spouses, domestic partners, and dependents.
On campus employee discounts
Professional and personal development opportunities
Statewide employee purchase programs.