Electrician

University of Maryland Eastern Shore • University of Maryland Eastern Shore, MD

12d • $51,069 - $55,000

About The Position

The Physical Plant Department is hiring a full-time, nonexempt Electrician. Under general supervision, this position performs journey-level electrical work, installing, maintaining, and repairing equipment and facilities involving electrical circuits carrying less than 13,000 volts. The salary range is $51,069–$55,000. The position is open until filled.

The Electrician installs, diagnoses, and repairs electrical systems, apparatus, and electrical and electronic components of industrial machinery and equipment. Work is performed in accordance with electrical codes, manuals, schematics, blueprints, and other specifications. The role also involves maintaining electrical trade tools and equipment, preparing estimates and reports, and providing guidance and training to other maintenance personnel.

The position may require work around fixed equipment and machinery, from lifts, ladders, or scaffolding, and in confined spaces, hazardous environments, or adverse weather and temperature conditions. Physical work may involve bending, stooping, reaching, carrying, frequent heavy lifting, manipulating equipment and supplies, and exerting force up to 70 pounds. Personal protective equipment may be required.

Applicants must have four years of progressively responsible experience in the electrical trade. Candidates must communicate effectively and follow directions. A valid Maryland Non-commercial Class C or equivalent driver's license and Maryland State certification as a licensed electrician may be required. Selected candidates may be subject to medical inquiries or examinations. The successful candidate must provide acceptable documentation of authorization to work in the United States without employer sponsorship.

Requirements

• Four years of progressively responsible experience in the electrical trade.
• Comprehensive knowledge and skill in techniques for installing, repairing, and maintaining electrical systems, equipment, and apparatus carrying less than 13,000 volts.
• Thorough knowledge of basic mathematics, including area, volume, and weights, and practical application of fractions, percentages, ratios, and proportions.
• Skill in using and maintaining electrical trade tools and equipment, including testing equipment such as ohmeters, batteries and buzzers, and oscilloscopes.
• Comprehensive knowledge of OSHA regulations related to the electrical trade, electrical codes, and Underwriters Rules for wiring and installation.
• Ability to read, interpret, and work from blueprints, drawings, and specifications.
• Ability to prepare required summaries and reports.
• Ability to communicate effectively and follow directions.
• Ability to work in, on, around, over, and under fixed equipment and machinery; from lifts, ladders, and scaffolding; and in hazardous or irritating environments, confined spaces, and adverse weather or temperature conditions.
• Ability to manipulate heavy equipment, tools, and supplies and exert force up to 70 pounds.
• Ability to wear and work in personal protective equipment.
• Applicants must be able to provide acceptable documentation establishing the right to work in the United States without employer sponsorship.

Nice To Haves

• A valid Maryland Non-commercial Class C or equivalent driver's license may be required.
• Maryland State certification as a licensed electrician may be required.

Responsibilities

• Install, diagnose problems with, and repair electrical systems, apparatus, and electrical and electronic components of industrial machinery and equipment in accordance with codes, manuals, schematics, blueprints, and other specifications.
• Read and interpret plans, blueprints, and specifications for construction or remodeling, and recommend appropriate plan modifications or additions when applicable.
• Connect and repair power supply wires to machines and equipment, as well as cables and wires between machines and equipment.
• Maintain and repair electrical equipment, including fluorescent and incandescent units, lighting fixtures, wiring, conduit boxes and tubing, switches, motors, generators, and climate control systems.
• Prepare estimates of time, labor, and materials.
• Prepare reports reflecting daily operations and project status.
• Operate and maintain electrical trade tools and equipment, and clean the work area when projects are complete.
• Provide guidance and training in electrical work to other maintenance personnel and potentially lead special projects.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Medical, prescription, dental, and flexible spending account benefits.
• Retirement through the State or an Optional Retirement Plan with Fidelity or TIAA.
• Supplemental Retirement Accounts through TIAA, Fidelity, or MSRP-Nationwide, with a $600 annual state match.
• State-sponsored MetLife and USM-sponsored MetLife life insurance plans, and long-term disability insurance.
• Tuition remission.
• Employee Assistance Program.
• Paid holidays.
• Paid leave: nonexempt positions start at 11 annual leave days per year, 15 sick leave days per year, and 3 personal leave days per year.
• Overtime, shift-differential, and on-call pay for nonexempt positions.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed