Mechanic III Electrician

Howard Community College•Columbia, MD

49d•$26 - $34

About The Position

Under general supervision of the MEP/BMS Supervisor, performs routine repairs and maintenance on electrical systems which includes panels, transformers, branch circuits, lighting control systems, interior and exterior lighting and medium voltage distribution equipment. To provide an environment that is comfortable, safe, healthy and conducive to teaching, learning and working.

Requirements

High School or equivalent
Experience Required 5
High school graduate and must possess an active Journeyman card and journeyman level skill in maintenance and repair procedures including preventive maintenance, breakdown repair and trouble-shooting, construction, installation and fabrication techniques typical in trade.
Perform mathematical computations of trade.
At least five years' experience at journeyman's level in the electrical trade.
Ability to lead skilled building trades and support workers; to perform journey level work in one of the building trades; to work cooperatively with others; to train and instruct others in the work; to communicate effectively orally and in writing to maintain equipment records.
Working knowledge of 13,000 volt distribution systems.
Skill in using the tools, equipment and materials of the electrical trade.
Good working knowledge of the National Electrical Code.
Skilled in all areas concerning the electrical industry.
Knowledge of controls.
Ability to maintain strict confidentiality.
Ability to communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing.
Regular attendance is a requirement of this job.
Ability to effectively work individually or in teams as well as with diverse groups.
Ability to work effectively in a service oriented environment subject to frequently changing priorities.
Ability to follow through and carry out assignments.
Problem-solving skills and sound judgment.
Ability to understand and apply College and Departmental policies and procedures.
Performs all duties while considering the impact of any actions on the college's sustainability initiatives in the areas of environmental stewardship, social responsibility, and economic prosperity.
Manual dexterity; visual color discrimination (ability to match or detect difference between colors, including shades of color and brightness); near vision (ability to see details at close range); ability to work from scaffolds, lifts and ladders. Ability to lift 75 lbs. from grand to waist, 40 lbs. from floor to overhead and walk 10 feet caring 50 lbs.

Responsibilities

Repairs, installs, replaces and tests electrical circuits, equipment and appliances using necessary hand tools and testing instruments.
Performs tasks in various trades assigned and scheduled by the supervisor to maintain college buildings and equipment.
Perform work in other trades within skills attained through previous training.
Recommend materials and make material lists to be used for prices and estimates.
Inspects and tests electrical lighting, signal, communication and power circuits and equipment.
Will be required to use the preventive maintenance system while preforming daily, weekly, monthly, seasonal and annual inspections of electrical equipment to maintain complete records.
Responsible for the maintenance and repair of motor relays, magnetic starters, transformers, etc.
Responsible for the repair, maintenance, altering, or installation of any wiring apparatus
Maintain a detailed and comprehensive knowledge of the electrical systems in the college.
Responsible for the installation of electrical circuits for new equipment.
Perform similar duties and assignments as required.
Responsible for emergency response to critical situations.
Identifies defects in wiring, switches, motors and other electrical equipment, using suitable testing instruments.
Examines and tests elements of electrical systems to locate obvious faults, such as blown fuses, short circuits, broken wires, loose connections, and worn motor brushes.
Reads, understands and interprets blueprints, drawings, floor plans, schedules and manufacturers operating and/or maintenance specifications as they relate to electrical , mechanical and special equipment, building structures and finishes.
Performs routine and preventive maintenance work to include operating, cleaning, inspecting, troubleshooting, adjusting, calibrating, testing, tightening, replacing, lubricating, reporting problems, and other similar tasks on a wide variety of electrical equipment.
As required, estimates materials needed and records time and materials expended on each work order.
Evaluates available electrical products, standardizes products and hardware to achieve economy.
Submits Purchase Requisitions in accordance with established electrical schedules to ensure ready availability of materials, supplies and equipment required.
May be called upon to assist other maintenance personnel in the completion of their work to include Electricians, Plumbers, Carpenters, Maintenance Technicians, Sheet Metal Workers, and others.
Responds to requests for maintenance and service from building occupants to include emergencies, maintenance problems, requested installations, modifications, tests, calibrations, evaluations, repairs, adjustments, and other similar tasks.
Performs other duties and responsibilities as assigned or directed by facilities management and supervision.
Acts in role of essential personnel for emergencies.
Performs preventive maintenance of assigned equipment.
Determine and monitor Stock Inventory levels which pertain to the Electrical Department.
Responsible for the inventory and safe usage of equipment and tools assigned to the Electrical Department.

Benefits

Howard Community College offers competitive salaries, excellent medical and dental selections, tuition reimbursement and paid leave programs.
As a participating member of the Maryland Retirement and Pension System, HCC offers two retirement options: The Pension, which requires a 7% employee contribution and The ORP, a 403(b) with a 7.25% employer contribution only.
Employees in positions that do not require a bachelor's degree must participate in The Pension.
Employees that possess a bachelor's degree and hold professional positions that require a bachelor's degree may choose to participate in either The Pension or The ORP.

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