Electrician III

University of Florida•Gainesville, FL

1d•Onsite

About The Position

This position is responsible for maintaining, repairing, replacing, and installing electrical systems and their components. This includes determining conditions and malfunctions, installing, maintaining, troubleshooting, and repairing electrical motors, generators, distribution systems, control systems, and related electrical and mechanical equipment involving voltages up to 480V AC or DC. The role also involves maintaining, altering, and repairing power appliances, light machinery, lighting fixtures, and electrical circuits in existing facilities, as well as installing fixtures and appliances in new construction. Additionally, the Electrician III will maintain, alter, and repair existing wiring, install conduit for electrical systems in accordance with the National Electric Code (NEC), assist in pulling cable for primary systems, and install new wiring. The position requires analyzing blueprints, schematics, and drawings of electrical systems for the purpose of repairing or determining the efficient installation of new or upgraded systems. General administrative functions include inputting and processing work order requests, recording detailed descriptions of work performed, monitoring building automation systems, and assisting with training and guidance for staff on position expectations and safe equipment use. The role also involves assisting in maintaining inventory of materials, supplies, tools, and/or equipment, performing general cleaning duties after maintenance tasks, and maintaining tools, vehicles, and equipment. Other duties as assigned, including special tasks or projects and operation of state vehicles, are also part of the responsibilities.

Requirements

High school diploma (or equivalent) and completion of three (3) years (or equivalent) of an Electrician apprenticeship program or three (3) years of experience in electrical related work: appropriate vocational/technical training may substitute at an equivalent rate for the required experience.
Prolonged periods standing and walking
Must be able to lift, push or pull up to 50 pounds at times
Ability to climb stairs and ladders
Frequently reaching above shoulders
Repeated bending, kneeling, pulling and pushing
Operating mechanical and electrically powered equipment (e.g. drills, circular saws, grinders, pipe benders, core drills, and hand tools)
Working in confined spaces, dusty conditions, and/or heat for extended periods
Other types of physical exertion necessary for task completion

Nice To Haves

Six years as an electrician or recognized trade.
Completion of an approved apprenticeship program or passed journeyman examination
Working knowledge of Florida State Building codes and other relevant codes and standards
Working knowledge of the National Electrical Code
Knowledge in electrical systems, equipment, appliances, and electrical circuits
Proficient in the use of AutoCAD and Revit
Demonstrated proficiency with computers and basic software applications (e.g. Microsoft Office Excel, Word, PowerPoint, and Outlook)
Demonstrated communication skills (verbal and written) and ability to communicate with various levels of staff
Demonstrated attention to detail, professionalism, dependability, and timeliness
Demonstrated customer service and interpersonal skills
Ability to read blueprints and schematic drawings
Ability to use high reach equipment and work overhead
Demonstrated ability to function effectively in a fast-paced environment with frequent interruptions
Demonstrated ability to handle multiple projects or tasks simultaneously
Demonstrated ability to understand, interpret, and apply rules, regulations, policies, and procedures
Demonstrated ability to work as part of a team in a multi-faceted environment

Responsibilities

Install, maintain, troubleshoot, and repair electrical motors, generators, distribution systems, control systems, and related electrical and mechanical equipment involving voltages up to 480V AC or DC.
Maintain, alter, and repair power appliances, light machinery, lighting fixtures, and electrical circuits in existing facilities; install fixtures and appliances in new construction.
Maintain, alter, and repair existing wiring; install conduit for electrical systems in accordance with the National Electric Code (NEC); assist in pulling cable for primary systems; and install new wiring.
Install conduit and other wiring raceways.
Recommend and complete preventive maintenance.
Analyze blueprints, schematics, and drawings of electrical systems for the purpose of repairing or determining the efficient installation of new or upgraded systems.
Input and process work order requests utilizing web-based work order management system.
Record detailed descriptions of work performed and notate preventative maintenance information.
Monitor building automation systems.
Assist with training, continuing education, and guidance for staff on position expectations, safe use of equipment; ensure staff follow prescribed policies and procedures.
Assist in maintaining inventory of materials, supplies, tools and/or equipment throughout area of responsibility; ensure organized workstations and storage closets with necessary materials as directed.
Perform general cleaning duties after the completion of maintenance tasks within buildings or properties.
Maintain tools, vehicles, and equipment and keep parts and supplies in order.
Perform other duties as assigned, including special tasks or projects.
Operation of state vehicles.