Electrician II - Ames National Laboratory

Iowa State University • Ames, IA

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About The Position

Ames Laboratory is seeking candidates for an Electrician II position within the Facilities and Engineering Services (FES) department. Ames Laboratory is a U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) funded National Laboratory operated through a contractual agreement with Iowa State University (ISU). Under general supervision, the incumbent applies knowledge, skills, and abilities at the journey level to maintain, install, calibrate, troubleshoot, repair and operate electronic control systems, electrical systems, and related equipment and devices (generally less than 600V). The incumbent will demonstrate Journeyman Electrician qualifications, training, experience, and technical knowledge, and follow recognized procedures and techniques in the completion of work. The incumbent will assume responsibility for the coordination and accomplishment of maintenance, operations, and modifications. The Electrician II will utilize special tools, equipment, and processes (such as insulation testers, thermal imaging cameras and Thermal/Infrared (TIR) Predictive Testing procedures) to collect, perform initial diagnostics, and respond to data through established guidelines for preventive and predictive maintenance to ensure equipment reliability. The successful candidate must have the ability to communicate effectively with staff, scientists, students, and the public in order to provide excellent customer service. Knowledge of occupational hazards and the ability to incorporate appropriate safety precautions is important to success in this position. The ability to attend required courses regarding personal protective equipment (PPE), wear and maintain PPE, and fully adhere to the requirements set forth in the Personal Protective Equipment Program are required by the duties of this position. Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the U.S. on an ongoing basis without sponsorship. Immigration sponsorship is not available for this position.

Requirements

• Requires State of Iowa Class A Journeyman Electrician license with at least four years as an apprentice plus two years of experience as a journeyman electrician; or State of Iowa Class B Journeyman Electrician license with eight years in the electrical trade in maintenance or construction.
• Must possess a valid driver’s license and meet University’s Fleet Safety Program.
• Drivers License
• Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the U.S. on an ongoing basis without sponsorship.

Nice To Haves

• Experience in other skilled trades
• Experience in a research, construction, or educational environment
• Experience that provides knowledge of safety precautions and PPE
• Experience using computer programs for data collection and word processing (i.e. Word, Excel)

Responsibilities

• Maintain, install, calibrate, troubleshoot, repair and operate electronic control systems, electrical systems, and related equipment and devices (generally less than 600V).
• Assume responsibility for the coordination and accomplishment of maintenance, operations, and modifications.
• Utilize special tools, equipment, and processes (such as insulation testers, thermal imaging cameras and Thermal/Infrared (TIR) Predictive Testing procedures) to collect, perform initial diagnostics, and respond to data through established guidelines for preventive and predictive maintenance to ensure equipment reliability.
• Communicate effectively with staff, scientists, students, and the public in order to provide excellent customer service.
• Incorporate appropriate safety precautions.
• Attend required courses regarding personal protective equipment (PPE), wear and maintain PPE, and fully adhere to the requirements set forth in the Personal Protective Equipment Program

Benefits

• Iowa State Employees enjoy comprehensive health and work-life benefits, including medical and dental
• Retirement benefits including defined benefit and defined contribution plans
• Generous vacation, holiday and sick time and leave plans
• Onsite childcare (Ames, Iowa)
• Life insurance and long-term disability
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Various voluntary benefits and discounts
• Employee Assistance Program
• Wellbeing program
• Iowa State offers WorkFlex options for some positions. WorkFlex offers flexibility on when, where, and how you do your work.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees