Electrician

University of Akron • Akron, OH

1d • Onsite

About The Position

Under general supervision from supervisor perform semi-skilled and skilled electrical installations, repair electrical equipment and perform maintenance on electrical system. This is a Union position with a salary Grade of 07B. Salary determination is subject to the CWA Collective Bargaining Agreement.

Requirements

• Requires high school diploma or GED.
• Valid Ohio Driver’s License.
• Requires completion of a 2-year University of Akron or other state approved sponsored apprenticeship program for trade OR a minimum of 5 years of electrician trades experiences.
• Ability to operate and use standard powered and nonpowered tools and equipment typically associated with the electrical trade required.
• Ability to perform mathematics associated with trade applications (fractions, ratios, percentages) required.
• Ability to read, write and accurately follow oral, written and graphic instructions required.

Responsibilities

• Install, maintain and repair all electrical systems.
• Troubleshoot electrical systems by using test equipment and problem-solving skills.
• Replace faulty electrical components (e.g. relays, switches, transformers and detectors) and replace damaged wires/cables.
• Observe functioning of installed equipment or systems to detect need for adjustments, relocation, replacement or repair.
• Replace defective breakers, switches, fuses and electrical wiring to repair installed units.
• Disassemble defective electrical equipment, replace defective or worn parts and reassemble equipment.
• Install electrical wiring, feeders and sub-boxes following electrical code and blueprints.
• Complete work, time and material usage reports.
• Perform other duties as assigned by superintendent/supervisor.
• Responsible for directing and monitoring the work of student and/or temporary workers.

Benefits

• Low-cost health, dental, vision, life insurance, and disability coverage.
• State Pension Plan - The university contributes 14% to your retirement, per the union agreement.
• Paid Time Off - Vacation, Sick leave, and 11 paid holidays (union benefit).
• Paid Parental Leave - 20 paid days for maternity/paternity leave.
• Tuition Remission - Available for employees and dependents.
• Uniform & Tool Allowances - Provided at no cost.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED