Trades Specialist 2 (Electrician)

Summary**Position installs, maintains, repairs and troubleshoots electrical devices, components, and systems for a University campus consisting of approximately 180 buildings. Position's primary purpose is to ensure that all electrical systems and auxiliary components are in good working order and that any repairs are completed promptly, properly, and safely. Hours for this position are 7:00 am-3:30 pm, Monday through Friday. **Job Description**Essential Duties:- Reviews job orders and blueprints or drawings; inspects site and consults with client; determines best method to complete project.- Estimates amount of materials and equipment needed to complete project; arranges for materials to be at job site.- Performs complex repair or installation on University facilities and property using expertise acquired through specialist training in a skilled trade.- Assists outside contractors as needed; assists craftpersons from other trades as needed.- Maintains and cleans tools and equipment; maintains work area in a clean and orderly manner.- May prepare some paperwork; may maintain files. Minimum Requirements:- Requires nine months training beyond high school in a skilled trade and two years of experience in that trade, or an equivalent combination of education and experience- Driver's license required Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and Worker Characteristics:- Knowledge of the procedures and equipment of a particular skilled trade- Mechanical aptitude- Ability to read and understand blueprints and/or mechanical diagrams Working Conditions:- Frequent standing and walking with some climbing and lifting of materials weighing 50-75 pounds- Frequent operation of equipment- Somewhat unpleasant working conditions- Some exposure to unpleasant elements which are particularly disagreeable- Some element of personal risk and exposure to accidents **Additional Position Information (if applicable)** **Special Instructions (if applicable)**None **Additional Information**A criminal background check is required. All campuses are smoke- and tobacco-free campuses. This organization participates in E-Verify. **Remote Work**For positions that are approved for remote work: Remote work is not a right, it is a work arrangement that can be modified or revoked by Miami University at any time for any reason, including the convenience of the University.**Reasonable Accommodations**Requests for reasonable accommodations for disabilities related to employment should be directed to [...]{target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"} or .... Questions and follow-ups regarding requests should also be directed here. **Miami University Values Statement**[Miami University]("_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"} is a scholarly community whose members believe that a liberal education is grounded in qualities of character as well as of intellect. We respect the dignity of other persons, the rights and property of others, and the right of others to hold and express disparate beliefs. We believe in honesty, integrity, and the importance of moral conduct. We defend the freedom of inquiry that is the heart of learning and combine that freedom with the exercise of judgment and the acceptance of personal responsibility. For more information on Miami University's mission and core values, please visit the