Electrician, Senior

Georgia State University•Valdosta, GA

21h•Onsite

About The Position

These are exciting times in the Maintenance and Operations Department. We are growing and we are thrilled that you are interested in being a part of our team. We are surrounded by individuals empowered to use their expertise and talents to achieve our mission to pursue excellence. Are you ready for us? Are you seeking an opportunity with purpose and direction? If you are, we have the perfect opportunity for you! We hire great people from a wide variety of educational, career, and personal backgrounds, not just because it is the right thing to do but because it makes us a stronger team. The Maintenance and Operations Department seeks (1) an Electrician, Senior to join the already awesome team, taking the Building Maintenance Department to the next level of excellence!

Requirements

Technical or vocational degree and three years of related experience; or a combination of education and related experience.

Nice To Haves

Knowledge of the electrical trade's practices, procedures, and safety precautions.
Knowledge of local electrical codes.
Effective oral and written communication skills.
Effective time management skills.
Ability to read and interpret blueprints.
Ability to operate tools and equipment used in the electrical trade.
Ability to access confined spaces.
Ability to climb ladders and scaffolds and interpret building drawings.

Responsibilities

Installs conduits, wiring, pull boxes, switchboards, etc., necessary for additions, extensions, or alterations to electrical systems.
Assists and instructs other electricians on projects.
Serves as the lead person at times.
Monitors electrical equipment for needed repairs and maintenance.
Services and repairs lighting, power, heating, cooling, and communication systems.
Monitors the functioning of installed equipment or systems to detect hazards and needed adjustments.
Repairs, installs, and tests safety devices, such as fire alarms, ground fault interrupters, circuit breakers, and fuses.
Repairs and replaces parts in motors, generators, pumps, storage batteries, switchboards, etc.
Drills holes for wiring; splices wires by stripping insulation, soldering wires together, and applying tape or terminal caps.
Replace fuses, light bulbs, and switches.
Troubleshot electrical equipment for preventative repairs and maintenance.
Gathers tools and supplies for the work site; cleans work areas, tools, and equipment.
Maintains tools and equipment.
Performs other related duties as assigned.