Electrician

The University of Akron • Akron, OH

31d • 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 role involves installing, maintaining, and repairing all electrical systems, troubleshooting electrical issues, replacing faulty components, and ensuring adherence to electrical codes and blueprints. The position also requires completing work reports and performing other assigned duties.

Requirements

• Requires high school diploma or GED.
• Valid Ohio Driver’s License.
• Completion of the 2-year University of Akron or other state approved sponsored apprenticeship program for trade or Requires 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.
• Satisfactory completion of a criminal background check.
• Work performed in Ohio.

Nice To Haves

• Some positions may require additional credit investigation and a pre-employment driving record search.

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.
• Directing and monitoring the work of student and/or temporary workers.

Benefits

• Full Benefits
• Pension & Paid Time Off
• State Pension Plan- The university contributes 14% to your retirement, per the union agreement
• Comprehensive & Affordable Benefits- Low-cost health, dental, vision, life insurance, and disability coverage
• 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

What This Job Offers

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