Electrician Entry

Entry


Job Location:

Gainesville, FL - USA

Hourly Salary: $ 16 - 17
Posted on: 11 hours ago
Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Classification Title:

Electrician - Entry

Classification Minimum Requirements:

High school diploma (or equivalent) and one year of appropriate experience in electrical work; appropriate vocational/technical training may substitute at an equivalent rate for the required experience. High school diploma (or equivalent) required for Facilities Services*

Job Description:

Inspects electrical systems and their components; determines malfunctions and conditions; identifies and makes repairs; recommends and completes preventive maintenance. Installs and repairs electrical systems and components including (but not limited to) wires lighting controllers panels switches outlets generators circuits motors signs and compressors. Installs conduit and other wiring raceways. Uses equipment including (but not limited to) volt/amps/ohmmeters and other electrical test equipment with inspections repairs and installations. Operates UF vehicle(s).

Participates in meetings workshops trainings and seminars (as assigned) for conveying and/or gathering information required to perform job functions. Encourages and promotes a team philosophy and safe work environment; communicates and maintains a professional attitude and rapport with supervisors co-workers departmental staff members resident students university staff members and vendors.

Analyzes blue prints schematics and drawings of electrical systems for repairing or determining the efficient installation of new or upgraded systems.

Maintains tools vehicles and equipment; keeps parts and supplies in order.

Uses computer software for maintenance work orders timecards and other items (as directed).

Valid Florida driver license is required.

Criminal background check and physical evaluation required.

NORMAL WORK SCHEDULE:

Monday through Friday 08:00 a.m. to 04:30 p.m.
May be required to be available for on-call emergency maintenance via telephone
Overtime may be required during peak periods

Expected Salary:

$16.00 to $17.00 Hourly based on experience.

Required Qualifications:

High school diploma (or equivalent) and one year of appropriate experience in electrical work; appropriate vocational/technical training may substitute at an equivalent rate for the required experience. High school diploma (or equivalent) required for Facilities Services*

Preferred:

EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE
Completion of an approved apprenticeship program in a recognized trade and appropriate experience to total six years; or a high school diploma and six years of appropriate experience
Successful completion of a journeyman level proctored competency exam

KNOWLEDGE
Working knowledge of the National Electrical Code and National Electrical Code and National Fire Protection Associations Electrical Safety in the Workplace (NFPA 70E)
Knowledge in the operation of hand tools drills grinders volt/amp/ohmmeters and other electrical test equipment
Knowledge of repairing small motors and component parts
Knowledge in electrical systems equipment appliances and electrical circuits

SKILLS
Skills in bending and installing conduit and pulling wire
Computer skills

ABILITIES
Ability to read blueprints and schematic drawings
Ability to use high reach equipment climb ladders and stairs work overhead push and pull and bend and kneel
Ability to operate volt amps ohm meters other electrical test equipment drills grinders and other hand tools
Ability to receive and execute instructions from immediate supervisor and/or lead worker
Ability to plan organize and coordinate work assignments
Ability to work independently
Ability to work collaboratively and cooperatively with electrician team
Ability to drive a state vehicle
Ability to communicate both verbally and written to immediate supervisor and/or lead worker
Ability to maintain effective working relationships with supervisors co-workers vendors departmental staff and university staff

PHYSICAL QUALIFICATIONS
Ability to lift heavy objects; move items weighing 50 pounds or more
Ability to climb (including stairs and ladders daily)
Ability to reach above shoulders frequently
Ability to kneel
Ability to bend repeatedly
Ability to pull and push repetitively
Ability to stand for up to seven hours daily
Ability to work in direct sunlight and heat for extended period
Ability to work in confined space
Ability to work in dusty conditions
Ability to perform other types of physical exertion necessary for task completion

OTHER QUALIFICATIONS: None noted

Special Instructions to Applicants:

Application must be submitted by 11:55 p.m. (ET) of the posting end date.

Health Assessment Required:Yes

Classification Title:Electrician - EntryClassification Minimum Requirements:High school diploma (or equivalent) and one year of appropriate experience in electrical work; appropriate vocational/technical training may substitute at an equivalent rate for the required experience. High school diploma (...

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