Electrician, Facilities Management

Western Kentucky University • Bowling Green, KY

2d • Onsite

About The Position

Western Kentucky University (WKU) is seeking an Electrician for its Facilities Management department. WKU is a student-centered, applied-research institution committed to providing a transformative academic and social experience and to elevating its surrounding communities. Founded in 1906, WKU is the third largest public four-year institution in Kentucky with approximately 16,293 students and nearly 2,612 faculty and staff employees. The university is dedicated to empowering its campus community through holistic education and employment experiences that prepare students, faculty, and staff for leadership roles. Located in Bowling Green, KY, WKU offers comprehensive wellness and health benefits, paid time off, and a tuition discount program. The Facilities Management department is responsible for the maintenance and operation of the university's physical campus.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or GED equivalency.
• Must possess and maintain a current Kentucky Journeyman or Master Electricians License and be familiar with local electrical codes.
• At least three years of experience in electrical repair work.
• Must possess and maintain a valid Kentucky driver's license.
• Mechanical & operational knowledge of all machines & tools related to the electrical field.
• Ability to diagnose malfunctioning systems, apparatus or components using test equipment and hand tools to locate the cause of a breakdown and correct the problem.
• Skill to repair machines or systems using the needed tools.
• Ability to provide on-the-job training/coaching to other electricians and area technicians in your field of expertise.
• Basic computer skills to access/send emails and perform data entry into the maintenance work order system.
• Ability to use logic and reasoning to identify the strengths and weaknesses of alternative solutions, conclusions or approaches to problems.
• Ability to read blueprints.
• Ability to monitor and assess performance of yourself to make improvements or take corrective action.
• Ability to talk to others and convey information effectively.
• Ability to manage one's own time effectively and efficiently.
• Must be familiar with and have experience in the use of radio protocol.
• Ability to work effectively in a service-oriented environment subject to frequently changing priorities.
• Ability to work well individually and as a team member.
• Must be able to comply with all requirements of the N.E.C. & NFPA-70E.
• Must be able to work around high voltage and properly use all appropriate Personal Protective Equipment.
• Being reliable, responsible, dependable and able to fulfill obligations.
• Being careful about detail and thorough in completing work tasks.
• Ability to accept criticism and react calmly and effectively with high stress situations.
• Must work rotational "on-call" work assignments as assigned by management.
• Possess basic computer skills, familiar with web/internet navigation, and willingness to learn and utilize new technology based products as applicable.
• Adhere to all University policies and regulations.
• Must be able to work indoors and outdoors in all types of weather.
• Must be able to perform strenuous physical labor, which includes heavy lifting, carrying up to 50 lbs.
• Ability to bend, crawl, reach, kneel, climb ladders & scaffolding, and able to navigate tight spaces, as well as working in hot, noisy mechanical rooms.
• Installation skills for installing equipment, machines, wiring, or programs to meet specifications.
• Skill to perform routine maintenance on equipment and determine when and what kind of maintenance is needed.
• Must be able to wear protective eye wear, gloves, and ear wear during work times for one's safety as the task dictates.

Nice To Haves

• May act as team leader for area maintenance electricians/technicians.
• Promotes safe work practices within team and across campus.

Responsibilities

• Performs electrical work in installing, maintaining, altering and repairing wiring, power appliances, light machinery and electrical circuits.
• Installs new electrical circuits by connecting wires to circuit breakers, transformers or other components.
• Repair or replace wiring, equipment or fixtures using hand tools or power tools.
• Test electrical systems or continuity of circuits in electrical wiring, equipment or fixtures using testing devices such as ohmmeters, voltmeters or oscilloscopes to ensure compatibility and safety of systems.
• Installs, maintains and repairs electric motors, generators and related complex electrical and mechanical equipment.
• Installs electrical fixtures and appliances in newly constructed or remodeled buildings.
• Properly bends and installs all types of electrical conduit.
• Repair motors and electrical systems on the university farms.
• Inspect electrical systems, equipment or components to identify hazards, defects or the need for adjustment or repair and to ensure compliance with codes.
• Locates and corrects power failures, short circuits and other electrical faults.
• Performs electrical work on lighting timers, and photoelectric controls.
• Installs, repairs, and or replaces panel boards & overcurrent devices.
• Make emergency repairs to elevators, generators and other electrical apparatus, appliances and equipment. (Must be available for emergency call-in per university call-in procedures).
• Replaces florescent and HID ballasts.
• Installs underground cables.
• Replaces incandescent, fluorescent, and HID lamps.
• Marks underground utilities for contractors (operates locating equipment).
• Provide cost estimates for assigned work.
• Willing and able to perform work from bucket trucks and other lift devices, as well as, climb light poles with appropriate safety equipment to perform electrical maintenance functions.
• May act as team leader for area maintenance electricians/technicians.
• Promotes safe work practices within team and across campus.
• Operates University vehicles.
• Maintains excellent communication/customer service with Building Coordinators and all other DFM team members.
• Communicates bi-laterally with other DFM team members to coordinate work activities between groups.
• Assists area team with other general maintenance functions as needed.
• Performs other duties as assigned by management.

Benefits

• Comprehensive wellness and health benefits to employees and their families, including domestic partners and other qualified dependents.
• Workplace culture that supports balancing the responsibilities of work and family life.
• Paid-time off for holidays, vacation and sick leave.
• Tuition discount program for employees and dependents.

What This Job Offers

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