Electrician

University of St Thomas•Saint Paul, MN

20d•$37 - $44•Onsite

About The Position

The University of St. Thomas invites qualified candidates to apply for a Journeyman Electrician position within the department of Facilities Management. The schedule for this role is anticipated to be 7:00 AM to 3:30 PM, Monday through Friday, with occasional overtime required. Under the direction of the Electrical Foreman, the journeyman electrician performs reactive repairs and preventive maintenance to high and low voltage electrical systems, lighting fixtures, equipment, and related electro-mechanical systems. They are also responsible for installation and repair of the fire alarm systems, clock systems and provides support for campus events and projects.

Requirements

Must have a high school diploma or GED.
Graduated from a two (2) year electrical apprenticeship program.
Minimum of five (5) years’ experience in the field of commercial electrical construction.
Minimum of two (2) years’ experience in the field of service electrical work.
Hold and maintain a Class A Journeyman’s license.
Accomplished knowledge of procedures, practices, tools and instruments used in the electrical trade.
Knowledge of the occupational hazards and safety precautions associated with the electrical trade including lockout/tagout.
Knowledge of current electrical building codes.
General knowledge of all building related electrical components including electrical distribution systems, inverters, transfer switches, generators, fire alarm systems, clock systems, large commercial HVAC systems, VFD’s and commercial boiler controls.
Must have an acceptable driving record.
Must be able to pass the DOT physical qualifications and obtain a valid medical card.
Must be available to work any shift, including nights and weekends as needed.

Nice To Haves

Preferred experience in trouble-shooting and repairing commercial kitchen equipment and refrigeration systems.

Responsibilities

Maintenance, installation and repair of residential and commercial electrical power systems, including high and low voltage distribution connected equipment such as switch gear, transformers, motors and variable speed drives.
Installation and repair of residential and commercial light fixtures and lighting system controls, both interior and exterior, including high and low voltage distribution and connected equipment like the Nexlight lighting control system, lamps, ballast, exit lights and emergency egress lighting.
Installation, maintenance and repair of the building fire alarm systems including smoke detectors, heat detectors, pull stations, strobes and fire alarm panels.
Maintenance, repair and testing of emergency generators and associated electrical gear (e.g., transfer switches, invertors, batteries).
Work with mechanical maintenance staff to trouble-shoot and repair HVAC equipment including motors, electric and electronic controls for boilers, heating systems, cooling systems, kitchen equipment, athletic equipment and other campus equipment.
Perform location surveys of all University owned utilities.
Provide electrical support for all University events, activities and projects.
Contributes to the overall success of the Facilities Maintenance Department by performing other essential duties and responsibilities as assigned.