Electrician I

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Job Summary

The Electrician I installs, maintains, operates, repairs and / or initiates repairs on building systems such as; electric, electronic, electro-mechanical controls, card access / security, fire alarm, communication equipment and their related devices and performs other related work as required, including but not limited to, repairs and / or initiates repairs on building systems such as; control systems, heating and ventilation (HVAC) systems, cooling towers, pumps and related equipment. Employing the use and need of specialized testing and monitoring, diagnostic equipment; works synchronously with Control Technicians / trade personnel maintaining the building systems integrity, exercises functional supervision of other employees of lower grade performing related repair and maintenance activities.

Essential Functions

• Inspects, maintains, repairs, instructs, advises and mentors employees, technicians and journeyman, in the operation and maintenance of the Campus electrical systems, Security Card Access and Fire Alarm systems and their related components including but not limited to, electric controls, electronic controls, electro-mechanical controls, and computer software programs.
• Acts as a first responder inspecting, testing, trouble-shooting, repairing and initiating repairs for all control systems, including but not limited to electric : electronic, electro-mechanical, software program controls in context with the building's Electrical, Security Card Access and Fire Alarm systems and their related controlled devices. This requires using electrical, electronic testing, and micro-processor diagnostic equipment. Interacts with contractors and campus customers relating to the operation, maintenance, and repair of various Electrical, Security and Fire Alarm controls.
• Provides preventive maintenance and preventive maintenance services on electric, electronic, and electro-mechanical controls. Documents work performed in the equipment maintenance history file. Utilizes computer programs that operate, maintain, and adjust building Electrical, HVAC, Fire Alarm, and Card Access systems.
• Maintains and develops operational, procedural and emergency response standards for Electrical, HVAC, Security Card Access and Fire Alarm systems and their related equipment to provide timely systems failure notification and repair response, minimizing equipment down time. This requires using micro-processor and diagnostic equipment.
• Assists Engineering staff in drawing review, inspection, trouble-shooting as part of the acceptance of new Electrical, HVAC, Security Card Access and Fire Alarm Systems, equipment, upgrades and equipment replacement, and associated software support.
• Drives a motorized vehicle around campus to various campus buildings.
• Installs, repairs, alters, and maintains pumps; estimates labor and materials needed to do the work.
• Cuts and threads pipe, using stocks and dies, power threading machines, wenches, power saws, safety equipment, and other related tools.
• Drills or cuts holes through floors, walls, or ceilings containing asbestos in performance of work assignments.
• Performs related duties such as erecting scaffolding, riggings, and / or ladders, laying out drop clothes, fabricating miscellaneous metal products; sharpening and tempering various tools; cleaning tools and equipment; preparing work reports; and training other employees on the job.

Other Functions

Performs other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications (Knowledge, Skills, Abilities, Education, Experience, Certifications, Licensure)

Physical Demands / Working Conditions

Additional Details

This is a maintenance function, which includes overtime and returning to work between shifts when directed or called. Incumbent responsible for updating service desk with current phone number.

Work Schedule

Monday-Friday, 6am-2pm.

Salary Information

AFSCME Pay Grade 17, special recruitment rate : step 6.

Classified Step Scale

Special Instructions to Applicants

Along with the application, please submit a resume. References will be checked at the finalist stage. Please be prepared to provide contact information for three (3) professional references.

The University of Massachusetts Amherst welcomes all qualified applicants and complies with all state and federal anti-discrimination laws.