Housing Electrician

California State University, SacramentoSacramento, CA
$5,998 - $8,737Onsite

About The Position

Under general supervision, the Housing Electrician performs a full range of skilled journey-level electrical and related work. This includes repairing and replacing electrical devices, troubleshooting, and resolving complex issues.

Requirements

  • Thorough knowledge of electrical theory and the methods, materials, tools, and equipment used in the electrical trade for the installation, maintenance, and repair of electrical apparatuses, equipment, and systems.
  • Thorough knowledge of applicable state and federal codes and regulations pertaining to the electrical trade, including the National Electric Code and Electrical Safety Orders of the Division of Industrial Safety of the State of California.
  • Ability to assemble, install, maintain, and repair electrical apparatuses.
  • Ability to operate all applicable tools and equipment necessary to perform skilled electrical work.
  • Ability to read, interpret, and work from blueprints, plans, drawings, and specifications.
  • Ability to make rough sketches.
  • Ability to estimate the cost, time, and materials of electrical work.
  • Ability to maintain records and retrieve data related to work performed using manual and computerized record-keeping systems.
  • Ability to prepare standard reports.
  • Ability to provide instruction to unskilled and semi-skilled assistants.
  • Ability to analyze and respond appropriately to emergency situations.
  • Ability to read and write at a level appropriate to the position.
  • Ability to perform arithmetic calculations as required by the position.
  • Ability to use a computerized maintenance management system.
  • Ability to use standard office software (e.g. Microsoft Word, Excel).
  • Strong knowledge of applicable state and federal codes and regulations pertaining to the electrical trade, including the National Electric Code, National Fire Alarm and Signaling Code and Electrical Safety Orders of the Division of Industrial Safety of the State of California.
  • Ability to inspect, isolate, troubleshoot, and repair electrical malfunctions using various test instruments.
  • Working knowledge of fire alarm systems’ design and maintenance requirements.
  • Ability to communicate information clearly and accurately.
  • Knowledge of the configuration and maintenance of high voltage systems (e.g., substations, primary and secondary gear).
  • Ability to use appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE).
  • Thorough knowledge of electrical theory and the methods, materials, tools, and equipment used in the electrical trade.
  • Ability to assemble, install, maintain, and repair electrical apparatuses using all applicable tools and equipment for skilled electrical work.
  • Commitment to maintaining a welcoming and inclusive work environment with diverse colleagues and constituents including faculty, students, staff, and members of the community.
  • Possession of a current California General Electrician certification with the State of California, Department of Industrial Relations.
  • Possession of a valid driver’s license and maintenance of a good driving record.
  • Ability to occasionally lift and carry equipment and supplies up to 50 pounds maximum.
  • Ability to wear appropriate PPE.
  • Satisfactory completion of the background check process.
  • Must reside in the State of California.
  • Must furnish proof of eligibility to work in the U.S.

Nice To Haves

  • Four years of experience as a journey-level electrician.

Responsibilities

  • Performs a full range of skilled journey-level electrical and related work.
  • Repairs and replaces electrical devices.
  • Troubleshoots and resolves complex electrical issues.
  • Assembles, installs, maintains, and repairs electrical apparatuses.
  • Operates all applicable tools and equipment necessary to perform skilled electrical work.
  • Reads, interprets, and works from blueprints, plans, drawings, and specifications.
  • Makes rough sketches.
  • Estimates the cost, time, and materials of electrical work.
  • Maintains records and retrieves data related to work performed using manual and computerized record-keeping systems.
  • Prepares standard reports.
  • Provides instruction to unskilled and semi-skilled assistants.
  • Analyzes and responds appropriately to emergency situations.
  • Inspects, isolates, and troubleshoots electrical malfunctions using various test instruments.
  • Maintains fire alarm systems.
  • Maintains high voltage systems (e.g., substations, primary and secondary gear).
  • Uses appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE).
  • Assembles, installs, maintains, and repairs electrical apparatuses using all applicable tools and equipment for skilled electrical work.
  • Maintains a welcoming and inclusive work environment with diverse colleagues and constituents including faculty, students, staff, and members of the community.

Benefits

  • Best-in-class Benefits
  • CSU Total Compensation
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